Established in 2008, Kinstellar is a corporate law firm with an office in Bucharest, Romania. It is part of the international law firm Kinstellar with offices in 11 countries in Central and Eastern Europe and Central Asia, and more than 250 lawyers.

Focusses / specialisms

The firm is active in all areas of corporate law and project development.

In banking and finance the firm advises borrowers and lenders on direct financing, acquisition financing, project financing and it has a prolific track record in the area of secured financing transactions.

Its capital markets team is active in debt, assisting issuers with bond issues and notes issues, as well as providing advice on structuring, capital markets and financial services regulatory matters.

In corporate and M&A the firm advises buyers and sellers on acquisitions, spin-offs and corporate matters. It advises clients coming from various industries such as IT, technology, private equity, life sciences and banking.

In project development the firm advises bidders and developers on PPP projects in engineering, construction and oil and gas.

Key clients

Among its clients are CCC, Business Lease Group, United Petfood Romania, Dura Automotive, Citibank, Banca Comerciala Intesa Sanpaolo Romania, ING Bank, UniCredit Bank, Prodigy Finance, Santander Consumer Bank, American Express, MasterCard, JP Morgan Chase and Citibank.

Client Feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023)

Banking and finance

“Great service, very connected firm showing good industry and practical knowledge. They often also cover other jurisdictions and provide a seamless service between the different teams and offices.”

M&A

“Very knowledgeable, highly experienced and readily available when needed.”