Romania’s mergers and acquisitions market is shaping its trajectory on an upward curve, despite political, social, and economic uncertainties.While a few spectacular transactions set the statistical tone, the true pulse of the market is dictated by small and medium-sized deals.Strategic investors still lead the game, with private equity funds complementing the landscape through consistent activity. Success is measured by the achievement of strategic objectives, flawless execution without legal risks, and the sustainability of synergies. At the same time, FDI screening adds time and complexity, while ESG is gaining genuine weight in due diligence and valuation.

Clifford Chance Badea, the local office of global law firm Clifford Chance, strengthens its Corporate M&A and Real Estate practice by recruiting Flavia Petcu-Ciurel as Senior Associate.Flavia has significant experience in managing complex real estate mandates, advising high-profile clients in projects such as leasing agreements, acquisitions, sales, and development projects. In recent years, she has been involved in some of the largest real estate transactions in Romania in sectors such as office, renewable energy, logistics, retail, agriculture, and forestry.  Nadia Badea, Partner and head of the Corporate M&A and Real Estate practice with the Bucharest Clifford Chance office, says: “A constant concerns of ours is strengthening our senior layer with talented lawyers who have proven track records, experience and ability to respond to our clients’ needs and expectations. We welcome Flavia to our dynamic and talented team, which is a trusted advisor to the most representative investors and financiers in the region, advising on landmark transactions in strategic areas, with local and multi-jurisdictional impact.” Clifford Chance Badea has some of the most important local and regional deals in its portfolio, advising multinational companies, investment funds, and global financial institutions on both sell side and buy side mandates.