Legal 500
“Oana Albotă has a unique combination of qualities: extremely intelligent, with excellent knowledge of law, she is strong, sharp, but very kind at the same time”.
“Albota Law Firm, founded by former Peli Filip practice head Oana Albota in May 2014, acts for clients such as Atenor Group, Conarg Group and SKV Properties. The five-strong team advised Czech developer Green Gate Development on the leasing of 31,000sqm of office space.“
‘Highly sophisticated’ real estate boutique Albota Law Firm has ‘top know-how in complex real estate transactions. Oana Albota is ‘an extremely dedicated professional who is always there to help with a valuable knowledge base’. She advised SKV Properties on the development of 124 apartments”
“Albota Law Firm handles construction matters and significant transactions. Leasing highlights included advising Atenor Group on letting office space to Mondelēz and other tenants. The firm also advised Kiz and Heitman on the sale of Euro 11m of retail space. Oana Albota heads the team.”
“Albotă Law Firm is well known for handling lease agreements, construction projects and transactional matters. Highlights included assisting K&S Electric Power Point with selling Electroputere Parc to Braila Winds Concept via a business transfer agreement. Oana Albota is ‘very experienced and level headed’.”
“Albotă Law Firm is praised for its ‘expertise regarding leasing contracts, acquisition of new sites, dispute resolution and real estate development’. The real estate and construction boutique is headed by Oana Albota, who is ‘one of the most prominent business lawyers in the practice area of real estate’. She advised Atenor Group on the Dacia One project development, consisting of a 12,500sqm class A office building in Calea Victoriei.”
“Albota Law Firm is a highly rated real estate law boutique with a strong track record handling complex, high-value acquisitions and disposals, and development projects. Transactions often have a cross-border and corporate element. Clients include major developers and investors. Name partner Oana Albotă is very involved in all aspects of the transaction, with extensive practical experience.“
“The firm has an excellent understanding of real estate and construction and particularly with the application of the FIDIC contract.”
“The team has a great capability of working together with the client, in depth knowledge of sensitive interpretations of law and contract and extensive knowledge of case studies.”
“One of the impressive strengths is the willingness and success of understanding technical aspects which are normally outside lawyers’ understanding.”
“Oana Albotă is very involved in all aspects of transaction, with extensive practical experience.”
‘Fast reaction and adaptability to any situation. The answers are correctly and explicit, with a straightforward approach.’
‘Very task oriented with out-of-the box solutions for their clients’
‘Knowledgeable, good and timely delivery, and accurate opinions.’
‘Excellence in service, real estate expertise and knowledge combined with a long history in the real estate market.’
‘Oana Albota – I appreciate her personal devotion and rely upon her expertise given her long history in the market.’
‘Good understanding of the industry specifics, and a very good track record.’
Albota Law Firm is a top-notch commercial real estate boutique that provides ‘high-quality legal services‘ in a ‘prompt and clear fashion‘. The firm covers all corners of the market, from office, residential and retail developments and transactions, through to related contentious proceedings. Clients rate the ‘very experienced and competent’ lawyers who ‘are very pro-business and always accommodate our requests‘. First among these is the ‘very dedicated and experienced‘ founding partner Oana Albota, who is praised for being ‘very knowledgeable, efficient, very involved and supportive‘. Her team of senior lawyers includes the ‘very responsive and responsible‘ Radu Simion, the ‘competent, organized and prompt‘ Diana Badea, and Bogdan Roșcaniuc (‘a great professional with wide view over the legal issues‘). Ana-Maria Mincu is also singled out for being ‘very good on corporate matters‘.
”Albota Law Firm has currently one of the most prolific and efficient teams acting in the real estate market. We are pleased to benefit from their professional services and support within our complex developments. They have proven strong detailed knowledge on the business practice and legal implications, being able to forecast and provide in time advice on the complete project development starting from the first land acquisition due diligence up to the project commissioning and sale transaction. They are continuously connected with the latest legislation and technology required in their field of practice, thus being an efficient collaborator with immediate reactions to any requirement raised within the project evolution. ”
”They are a very dedicated team. Their main focus is to help you to close the deal, not to break it. They have very high knowledge of Romanian real estate and construction laws.”
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“Oana Albotă of Albota Law Firm previously led the real estate practice at PeliFilip, and draws praise for her “good knowledge and understanding of the real estate and construction legislation.” She has experience of advising numerous real estate developers, providing assistance with acquisition and leasing matters, including recently advising Atenor on the leasing of a building to various blue-chip tenants. Clients appreciate Albota’s “organisation, promptness and vast experience,” adding: “She has a good sense of how to navigate negotiations, and makes sure everything is done in a reasonable period of time.”
“Department head Oana Albota has a wide-ranging property practice, which includes assisting clients with the purchase and disposal of real estate, including land acquisitions and exit transactions, and advising on construction agreements. She has notable expertise in FIDIC matters, including associated dispute resolution. According to clients, she is “always punctual, detailed in her explanations and proactive in her attitude.“
“The team provides a structured overview of the legal possibilities, and everything is always done on time”
“Oana co-ordinates flawlessly. The quality I appreciate most is her drive and approach, and her focus on key problems first.“
” Albotă Law Firm is a reliable partner with particular strength in understanding our business needs, and reacts quickly to particular situations.”
“They replied promptly to our requests. The communication was excellent from the beginning and we had all the support needed in the process.”
“Oana Albota is widely reputed for her construction expertise and often advises clients on the drafting and negotiation of construction agreements. Her skills in negotiation are appreciated by clients, who say that she “was exceptional in handling tough procedural negotiations.” One client notes her “commercial awareness, technical knowledge, and good explanations and communication.”
What the team is known for Domestic boutique firm focusing on real estate and construction. Represents contractors and investors in contentious cases and acts on real estate transactions, due diligence and permitting matters. Regularly handles projects involving commercial, residential and public buildings. Also assists companies with lease and swap agreements.
Strengths Sources praise the team’s “excellent understanding of the construction business,” as well as its “excellent time for responses to any request.”
Another source notes: “The team is very pragmatic and solution-oriented,” adding: “They mitigate red flags quickly and appropriately.”
Work highlights Assisted Atenor with the development of an office building.
Notable practitioners
Department head Oana Albota is recognised for her extensive construction expertise and frequently handles negotiations within real estate acquisitions. Sources praise her dedication and expertise, with one client adding: “She has a deep knowledge and understanding of the legal process and is good at the nuances of permitting and construction agreements,” and also praising Albota’s “commercial awareness.”
What the team is known for Domestic boutique focusing on real estate and construction. Acts for developers on the acquisition of land that is earmarked for residential projects, and assists with the negotiation of related title insurance policies. Advises on the negotiation of commercial lease agreements.
Strengths “It is a very diligent team and they are always on time with the advice,” says one client.
“What I appreciate most is the degree of involvement of the partner,” states another interviewee, adding: “Every matter is treated with a high degree of attention.”
Work highlights Assisted London Partners with its acquisition of a land plot and related permits for the next stage of the Belvedere Residences residential development in Bucharest.
Notable practitioners
Oana Albota is “highly organised and knowledgeable,” according to clients. She advises on a wide range of real estate issues, including cross-border transactions and development projects. “She is personally involved in the work, so our communication with the firm is excellent,” reports one interviewee.
What the team is known for
Domestic boutique focusing on real estate and construction. Acts for developers on the acquisition, development and sale of residential, retail and commercial projects. Assists with the negotiation of related title insurance policies, as well as the negotiation of construction agreements and commercial lease agreements. Represents clients in disputes concerning real estate contracts.
Strengths
A client appreciates the firm’s “very good responsiveness on all matters,” adding that the services are “executed in due time.”
Work highlights
Advised Atenor Group on the development and sale of a residential complex in Bucharest.
Notable practitioners
Oana Albota is noted for her expertise in a range of mandates, including commercial and residential developments, transactions, leasing agreements and contractual disputes. She is widely lauded by clients, who note that she is “dedicated, hands-on, provides strong leadership and has impressive knowledge on multiple disciplines.”
What the team is known for
Albota Law Firm is a domestic boutique that focuses on real estate and construction. It acts for developers on the development and sale of residential, retail and commercial projects. The law firm assists with issues relating to title insurance policies, as well as the negotiation of construction agreements and commercial lease agreements. It represents clients in disputes with contractors.
Strengths
An interviewee observes: “The quality of the legal services derives from the firm’s market knowledge and excellent legal know-how. We appreciate the efficiency of the firm’s service and the fast reaction time.”
Work highlights
Advised White Star Real Estate on the development and sale of a residential project in Cluj-Napoca.
Notable practitioners
Oana Albota is noted for her experience handling real estate transactions, development projects and FIDIC matters. A client appreciates her “client-oriented attitude, impressive knowledge of the law and fast reaction time,” adding that “she has always offered practical solutions to our legal problems.”
What the team is known for
”Albota Law Firm is a domestic boutique that focuses on real estate and construction. It acts for developers on the development and sale of residential, retail and commercial projects. The law firm assists with issues relating to title insurance policies, as well as the negotiation of construction agreements and commercial lease agreements. It represents clients in disputes with contractors.”
Strengths
”Having a broad experience in the real estate sector, they are always aware of the implications of legal aspects on the businesses and are capable of providing solutions in accordance with our business objectives.”
”The team is very involved in all matters, finding the right solutions to clients’ problems.”
”The team responds fast. Our agreed deadlines are always met.”
Notable Practitioners
Oana Albota is noted for her experience handling real estate transactions, development projects and FIDIC matters.
”Oana is the lawyer who always identifies the best solutions for her clients, being very close to clients’ needs, very professional and giving the best advice.”
”She is very involved and hands-on.”
”She delivers on time and focuses on key issues first, without losing the client’s time on non-important items.”
”Oana is very innovative in finding solutions to complex matters and negotiating deals.”
