New: our case results page
We have started publishing selected cases handled by our lawyers – restitution, inheritance, immigration, debt collection and criminal law – without client names. New cases are added every month.
Practice Areas
Legal services in Romania: our practice areas
A full-service law firm in Bucharest providing legal counsel for companies and individuals across commercial, real estate, criminal and litigation matters in Romania.
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Corporate & Commercial
Company formation, corporate governance, mergers and acquisitions, contracts and ongoing commercial advice.
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Real Estate & Construction
Title due diligence, land book checks, sale-purchase and lease contracts, building permits and construction disputes.
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Litigation
Representation before Romanian courts and arbitral tribunals in civil, commercial, insolvency and employment disputes.
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Immigration
Visas, residence permits and employment of non-EU nationals, EU registration certificates and Romanian citizenship.
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Family Law
Divorce, child custody and maintenance, division of property and succession matters.
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Intellectual Property
Trademark, design and patent registration with OSIM and EUIPO, copyright protection and infringement claims.
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Criminal Law
Defence in criminal investigations and trials, including economic and tax offences, and representation of victims.
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Energy Law
Authorisations and permits for solar, wind and other energy projects, power purchase agreements and regulatory advice.
Learn moreAbout the firm
A Romanian law firm in Bucharest since 2006
Darie, Manea & Associates is a professional limited liability law firm. We advise and represent companies and individuals, from Romania and abroad. Our team: 2 managing partners, 4 partner lawyers and a legal assistant, working in English, French and Romanian.
2006year founded
2,000+clients served
150+countries our clients come from
4.7★from 196 Google reviews
For individuals
How we work
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Free case evaluation
Send us your case and learn your options, the risks and the next steps.
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Your lawyer
You work directly with the lawyer handling your file.
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Confidentiality
Everything you tell us is protected by professional secrecy.
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From anywhere
Email, phone or WhatsApp; documents can be signed through a power of attorney.
For foreign clients
English-speaking lawyers in Romania for foreign clients
Since 2006 we have worked for more than 2,000 clients from over 150 countries. A large part of them live outside Romania or are foreign companies doing business here. We work with them in English or French, from the first message to the final court decision or signed contract.
Most matters can be handled without travelling to Romania. We sign the legal assistance contract with you remotely, and on that basis your lawyer represents you before Romanian courts, the Trade Register, land registry offices, ANAF and the immigration authorities under the lawyer's power of attorney (împuternicire avocațială). A notarised power of attorney is needed only when documents must be signed in your name, for example a notarial deed.
Foreign clients usually come to us for:
- Company formation in Romania and buying a shelf company
- Real estate lawyers in Romania: land book checks, due diligence and sale-purchase contracts
- Immigration lawyers in Romania: work and residence permits, family reunification, Romanian citizenship
- Divorce and inheritance with a foreign element, and recognition of foreign judgments (exequatur)
- Debt collection and litigation against Romanian companies
Cristian Darie
Founder & Managing Partner
Why clients choose our Romanian lawyers
Darie, Manea and Associates is a Bucharest-based law firm serving Romanian and international clients since 2006. Our team combines deep technical expertise with a clear, practical approach to every matter.
We focus on what matters for our clients: clear advice, predictable timelines, and outcomes that protect their interests.
Whether you need to incorporate a company in Romania, handle a real estate transaction, defend a criminal case or pursue a commercial dispute, you work directly with senior counsel.
Our Advocates
Our lawyers in Bucharest
Client reviews
Client reviews: 4.7★ from 196 Google reviews
4.7based on 196 Google reviews
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I’ve worked with RoLegal for six years, and their service has been excellent from start to finish. When I first considered doing business in Romania from the UK, I had some concerns about transparency and trust. However, those worries were completely unfounded. Doing business in Romania has actually been better than in the UK in terms of trust, transparency, and value for money. Special thanks to Marcela and Darie, who were both incredibly helpful throughout the process. I highly recommend RoLegal, whether you’re local or international. Their service is truly top-notch!
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I had a very good experience with Darie, Manea and Associates law firm. My lawyer, Oana Darie, was very skilled at dealing with the ANRP through the various hurdles on the way to the successful conclusion of our case. She was also very helpful in assisting with complications that arose with the transfer of funds overseas. I highly recommend the firm and especially Ms. Darie for her exceptional expertise in resolving restitution cases.
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I hired Darie, Menea, and Associates to assist me in creating my Romanian company in 2024 and they were very helpful. This year, they assisted me in getting my Romanian residency. I'm Canadian, and with their help it was incredibly easy, and very affordable. I will be using them for all of my legal needs going forward and I highly recommend.
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Selected cases
Commercial litigation · Shareholder from the UK
Hotel worth over EUR 2 million returned to a Romanian company for a British shareholder
Our British client's Romanian business partner had taken over a hotel owned by their joint company. We represented the client and brought the hotel back into the company's assets.
Result:Hotel worth over EUR 2 million returned to the company.
Read about this service →Criminal law · Victims from abroad
Dozens of foreign victims of online romance fraud represented in Romania
The scammers, presenting themselves as women from Romania, asked for money under various pretexts: buying a house, medical emergencies, a death in the family. We filed criminal complaints, joined the criminal proceedings as civil party and pursued recovery of the damage.
Result:Money recovered for the victims.
Read about this service →Criminal law · Client from the USA
Bitcoin taken by a business partner in Romania: representation of an American client
We represented a client from the USA seeking to recover bitcoin misappropriated by a former business partner in Romania: criminal complaint, civil claim and steps to trace and secure the assets.
Read about this service →Latest news
Darie, Manea & Associates is now listed on Lawzana, Expat.com and Europages
Clients from abroad can now find our firm, our practice areas and verified contact details in three international directories: Lawzana, the Expat.com business directory and Europages.
Contact us faster: email or WhatsApp in one field
Our contact and free case evaluation forms are now shorter: leave either your email address or your phone/WhatsApp number, and a lawyer will get back to you.
Frequently asked questions about hiring a lawyer in Romania
What are the services available with Darie, Manea and Associates and what are your areas of expertise?
We offer consultancy, legal assistance and representation to natural persons and companies. Our areas of expertise are corporate and commercial law, family law, real estate and construction law, intellectual property law, criminal law, energy law, and immigration law.
How can I request your legal services?
We are available via phone, e-mail, and the contact form on our site.
How do I start?
Send us a short description of your case through the free case evaluation form, by email or on WhatsApp. We tell you your options, the risks and the next steps.
Do your lawyers speak English?
Yes. We work in English, French and Romanian. Documents in other languages are handled with sworn translators.
Do I need to come to Romania?
In most cases, no. We sign the legal assistance contract remotely, and your lawyer represents you before courts and authorities on the basis of the lawyer's power of attorney (împuternicire avocațială). A notarised power of attorney, signed at a notary or a Romanian consulate abroad, is needed only when documents must be signed in your name.
Do you offer online legal support?
We can offer a free case evaluation online; however, to determine the course of action in a specific case, we will need you to schedule a meeting at our office.
Who will handle my case?
A lawyer from our team. You work directly with them, not through an intermediary.
Does the client-attorney privilege apply in Romania?
Yes. All communication with your lawyer is protected by professional secrecy, from the first message.
How much do you charge?
Our fees depend on the nature and complexity of the case, and the legal service you need. The costs will be discussed during the first meeting for full transparency.
What documents should I prepare for a first meeting?
You should have all the documents relevant to your case, which can include contracts, invoices, correspondence, and any other relevant paperwork. Detailed information will be provided when we set up the meeting.
Is there any possibility to settle a case outside a court of law?
In certain cases, yes. Negotiation through one of our Romanian lawyers, mediation and arbitration can be used to settle a dispute outside a court of law.
Do you offer support in drafting and/or verifying commercial contracts?
Yes, we help in business-to-business (B2B) and business-to-consumer (B2C) contracts.
Do you offer representation in divorce cases?
Yes, we represent clients in amicable and disputed divorce proceedings, division of assets, child custody and maintenance, as well as alimony payments.
Do you offer representation in succession matters?
Yes, feel free to rely on us if you are disputing an inheritance or need to take possession of one.
Do you perform legal checks in real estate acquisitions?
Yes, if you want to buy a property and want to make sure it is free of encumbrances, we can perform all due diligence checks.
Can you represent me in court anywhere in Romania?
Yes. Romanian lawyers can plead before any court in the country, and we handle cases outside Bucharest as well.
How long does it take to settle a case in Romania?
There are no specific deadlines, as the time to resolve a case depends very much on the case, procedure, and, when court proceedings are involved, on the court schedule. What we can do is offer an estimate based on your case. We will also do our best to advise on the least time-consuming procedure.
How much does a lawyer in Romania cost?
It depends on the type of matter. After the free case evaluation we send you a price quote, before any work starts.
Is what I tell you confidential?
Yes. All communication with your lawyer is protected by professional secrecy, from the first message.
Talk to a lawyer in Romania
Speak with a lawyer immediately via WhatsApp or phone, or send us your inquiry using the form below. We represent clients throughout Romania.
Or submit your request using the form below.
Office
Bulevardul Unirii 61, Bl. F3, Sc. 4, Et. 2, Ap. 208, Sector 3, București 030828