Legal advice for businesses in Romania: contracts, GDPR and compliance
We help you make informed decisions before you sign, invest or enter a dispute, through one-off advice or an ongoing retainer.
Most disputes start with a contract drafted in a hurry, a template downloaded from the internet or a verbal arrangement. A clear contract, which states exactly who does what, by when, with what guarantees and what happens if one party fails to perform, costs far less than the court case it can prevent. The same applies to the general terms you accept from suppliers, banks or platforms without reading them closely.
We work with entrepreneurs, small and medium-sized companies, foreign investors and individuals. Some ask for a one-off review before an important signature; others prefer an ongoing retainer, so they have a lawyer who already knows their business and can answer day-to-day questions quickly. In both cases you receive clear written answers, focused on the decision you have to make.
Beyond contracts, we support you with data protection compliance, the protection of trademarks and other intellectual property, and negotiations. For foreign clients we work in English and explain how Romanian law differs from the system they are used to. The aim is always the same: decisions taken with full knowledge of the facts and the risks identified early.
Advisory and drafting services
- Drafting and negotiating commercial, civil and service contracts
- Reviewing contracts proposed by partners, with risks explained clause by clause
- Ongoing legal advice for businesses on a monthly retainer
- GDPR compliance: privacy notices, data processing agreements, records, information notices
- Trademark registration and strategies to protect trade names and logos
- Copyright, licensing, software and IT services agreements
- Terms and conditions and policies for online shops and digital platforms
- Formal notices, demand letters, powers of attorney and other legal documents
- Written legal opinions on specific issues, for business or investment decisions
- Legal due diligence before acquiring a company or an asset, or entering into a partnership
- Assistance in negotiations and mediation of disputes before going to court
- Legal assistance in English for foreign investors and companies
When it pays to consult us
- You are about to sign an important contract drafted by your partner and are unsure of the risks.
- You are launching an online shop and need terms and conditions and GDPR documents.
- You have noticed a competitor using a name almost identical to your trademark.
- Your company is growing and needs quick legal answers without hiring an in-house lawyer.
- A foreign investor wants to work with a Romanian company and needs explanations in English.
- You want to buy shares in a company and need to know what debts or disputes exist.
How we work
Understanding your needs
We find out what you want to achieve, which risks concern you and when you need an answer.
Analysis
We study the documents and the applicable law and identify the sensitive points.
Written solution
We draft the contract, comments or legal opinion, with explanations in plain language.
Continued support
We assist with negotiation, signing and any later amendments.
Frequently asked questions
How does a legal retainer work?
We agree the expected volume of work and a fixed monthly fee, set out in a legal assistance agreement. Within the agreed limits, you can ask us to review contracts, draft documents and answer everyday questions without negotiating each request separately. Litigation and complex projects can be covered by a separate agreement. The retainer is tailored to the size and activity of your business.
Is a contract template from the internet good enough?
A template can be a starting point, but it rarely fits the actual situation. It usually lacks key clauses on deadlines, acceptance, penalties, limitation of liability or termination, and some provisions may even conflict with Romanian law. A legal review before signing is generally far cheaper than a dispute.
What does a small business need to do for GDPR compliance?
It needs to know which personal data it processes, for what purpose and on what legal basis, inform the people concerned, sign agreements with providers processing data on its behalf and take appropriate security measures. The amount of documentation depends on the business. We start from what you actually do and prepare the right documents, without unnecessary formalities.
Do you work with foreign clients in English?
Yes. We provide advice, correspondence and drafting in English for foreign companies and individuals. We explain how Romanian law and procedures work, and where the law requires documents in Romanian we work with certified translators. Contracts can also be drafted in a bilingual Romanian and English format.
Other practice areas
Do you need a lawyer?
Tell us briefly about your situation. We will tell you honestly what can be done and what the next steps are, anywhere in Romania.
