Next Generation Partners

Leading Associates

TMT: gambling law in Romania

Baciu Partners

The gambling practice at boutique firm Baciu Partners houses a team with 'expert knowledge' of a broad range of matters relevant to the sector. Clients include payment service providers, gaming platforms and land-based and online betting companies. Key areas of instruction for the group include licensing, regulatory and compliance matters, and related litigation. Ana-Maria Baciu has ‘exceptional knowledge in her field'; she co-heads the department with Andrei Cosma, who is sought after for his experience in handling regulatory matters relating to global online betting.

Praxisleiter:

Ana-Maria Baciu; Andrei Cosma


Referenzen

‘Highly effective professionals with deep knowledge of the gaming industry in Romania.’

‘Highly efficient, knowledgeable and work to the client’s needs, demands and timelines. They have delivered fully on everything we have asked of them.’

‘Client focused and always available. They are also easy to get on with, which makes doing business very easy and enjoyable. They are all highly knowledgeable.’

Kernmandanten

Flutter/Betfair


MaxBet Malta


Maxbet Romania


Promatic


New Gambling Solutions (Winner)


TechSpirit Espana (part of Dafabet)


Monterizo


Worldpay


Blureva


Brite


Push Gaming


Octoplay


3Oaks Gaming


GLI


Rubyplay


Gaming Innovation Group


Highlight-Mandate


  • Advised Betfair on the process of obtaining a new gambling authorisation in Romania.
  • Assisted Promatic with a successful application for a B2B software license in Romania.
  • Represented Winner.ro before the National Audiovisual Council concerning gambling advertising on social media platforms.

WH Simion & Partners

WH Simion & Partners has 'a team of experienced lawyers who are absolutely dedicated to achieving the best results'. The group's 'expertise in gaming and gambling is extensive'; licensing, compliance, regulatory and enforcement matters are core areas of strength. The practice is also widely recognised for its solid track record in handling cases concerning the interpretation of gaming law legislation. Under the leadership of Cosmina Maria Simion, the group works closely with the Romanian National Gambling Office to assist international gambling operators, gaming companies, and service providers. Alina Tace is 'personable and knowledgeable', and Petrus Partene's workload includes data protection matters.

Praxisleiter:

Cosmina Maria Simion


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Alina Tace; Petrus Partene


Referenzen

‘Great team of professionals who provide informed advice.’

‘WH Simion & Partners has a team of experts regarding gambling activities, regulations and laws in Romania. They provide 360-degree legal and regulatory advice to their customers.’

‘The lawyers and associates in the firm are always very responsive and polite, and can manage our group’s needs. I very much appreciate WH Simion & Partners’ engagement and high work ethic.’

Kernmandanten

State Tech OU (ST8)


Entain/Sportingbet


Evoke plc (888)


Maxbet Group


Playtech


Microgaming (Prima Networks)


Evolution


Nuvei


Digitain


Balkanix


iGaming (Conzap)


e-Cogra


Inspired Gaming


Development MT Limited (Kajot)


Highlight-Mandate


  • Assisted 888 with all day-to-day regulatory and legal matters concerning its operations on the Romanian market.
  • Assisted Maxbet with an AML and GDPR audit on its land-based operations.
  • Advised Balkanix on regulatory and legal matters concerning its local operations.

Nestor Nestor Diculescu Kingston Petersen

Nestor Nestor Diculescu Kingston Petersen's gambling team, which is co-headed by Gabriela Cacerea and Ruxandra Bologa, has an excellent reputation for advising on a broad range of complex matters. The practice collaborates cross-departmentally with the firm's tax, IP and data protection groups to assist with compliance, licensing, and regulatory issues, as well as handling the enforcement and interpretation of gaming legislation. Clients include online betting operators and payment service providers. Mihai Fifoiu is a key contact for B2B providers in the gambling field.

Praxisleiter:

Gabriela Cacerea; Ruxandra Bologa


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Mihai Fifoiu


Referenzen

‘They are very attentive and always provide us with their legal point of view in a professional manner whenever we need it.’

‘Clear, fast and effective communication.’

‘The team have always been happy to help, and they are understanding, kind and very professional.’

Tuca Zbârcea & Asociatii

Led by Horia Ispas, the gambling team at Tuca Zbârcea & Asociatii has 'outstanding expertise' in acting for domestic and international gambling operators and software entities in a wide spectrum of matters. Ispas is well known for handling regulatory and compliance mandates. Sergiu Crețu stands out for his ‘impressive knowledge’ of gambling licensing matters.

Praxisleiter:

Horia Ispas


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Sergiu Crețu


Referenzen

‘Integrated approach to clients’ issues.’

‘Customer-oriented and interested in solving the client’s problem.’

‘The team has outstanding expertise in gambling matters, and a perfect understanding of client needs and timelines.’

Kernmandanten

TSG Interactive Plc (PokerStars)


TSG Platforms Ltd


Amelco UK Ltd


Apco Systems Ltd


Kambi Malta Ltd


Pariplay Malta Ltd


Realistic Games Limited


BTB Betlab Holdings Ltd


Chargeads S.R.L.


Ibus Media Limited


Bet Live Studios S.R.L.


Highlight-Mandate


  • Acting as counsel to PokerStars on a broad range of compliance and regulatory issues specific to the performance of online gambling in Romania.
  • Assisting Booming Games Malta with all regulatory matters applicable to Romanian B2B gambling suppliers.