Romania

Leroy & Asociaţii is a full-service Romanian firm established in 1998 after a spin-off from Gide Leroy & Asociaţii.The firm has a particular focus on banking and finance and project development work but is also highly active in M&A work. The firm also has a particular specialism in assisting with financial services regulatory questions in these practice areas.

Highlights 

The firm advised Raiffeisen Bank International (RBI) in connection with Romanian netting and financial collateral issues when entering into repo transactions with sovereign-owned entities such as CEC Bank.

The firm is advising Suez International on the $100 million Bucharest Waste Water Treatment & Mud Incinerator Plant project.

Key clients 

The International Swaps and Derivatives Association, The International Capital Market Association, The International Securities Lending Association, European Federation of Energy Traders, and UniCredit Bank.

Testimonials 

(2024/2025)

“Good commercial approach and solution oriented, flexible and supportive in finding solutions to move beyond sticking points. very good technical knowledge and experience which proved helpful to support the negotiation and drafting.” (Bank lending client) 

“Professional excellence, attention to detail, effective communication and empathy.” (Project development client)  

“He assists Andreea Toma for the preparation of claims and correspondence in view of the upcoming arbitration procedure with the Client. He is very proactive and assists us in drafting the legal correspondence.” - Mihnea-Ioan Ratiu, Project development Senior Associate 

“Solid legal knowledge, intuitive, always available.” - Adriana Spataru, Banking and finance counsel. 

“Creative problem solving, commercial awareness, persuasive communication.” - Andreea Toma, Firm partner 

“She provides legal counsel for the preparation of claims and correspondence in view of the upcoming arbitration procedure with the Client. She has in-depth knowledge of contracts and industry; she provides excellent counseling and is very proactive.” - Andreea Toma, Firm partner