State aid law has become increasingly relevant in recent years, particularly following the measures adopted in response to the Covid-19 pandemic and the initiatives addressing rising energy costs. In practice, any transfer of public resources, in any form, can qualify as state aid, while privatisations of state-owned companies or assets are equally subject to the same rules. Moreover, state-owned companies are required to comply fully with EU state aid obligations.
For businesses, it is essential to identify potential state aid risks at an early stage and to secure tailored legal advice in order to safeguard their interests and avoid future challenges.
Our team assists clients with a wide range of matters in this area, including the structuring of projects that involve public funding, advising on privatisation processes, preparing and submitting complaints regarding potentially unlawful aid, and supporting stakeholders in the correct application of state aid rules under Romanian and EU law.
With our expertise, clients benefit from practical, strategic guidance that ensures compliance and protects their position in a complex and highly scrutinised legal environment.
Key features of the state aid framework include:
Oversight by the European Commission and the Romanian Competition Council (as national contact point).
Covers any advantage granted through state resources that may distort competition and affect trade between Member States.
Most state aid measures must be notified to and approved by the European Authorities or the national authority before their implementation.
Unlawful or incompatible state aid may be subject to recovery by the granting authority, together with interest accrued from the date of disbursement.
We ensure that state aid measures are compliant, transparent, and strategically structured, helping clients achieve their policy or business objectives within the limits of EU law.
We focus on competition law, merger control, and foreign direct investment (FDI) screening. In short, we help companies grow safely and strategically while staying compliant with competition and investment regulations.
Not necessarily. While we frequently assist international groups, we also advise Romanian companies seeking to align with competition law requirements or prepare for complex transactions.
Yes. We work with trusted partner firms across the EU and beyond for cases involving multi-jurisdictional filings, coordinated merger notifications, or cross-border investment reviews.
Both. Many of our clients involve us early, for compliance audits or internal training, to avoid risks before they arise. But we also represent companies during investigations and proceedings before authorities.
Yes. We design and deliver tailored training sessions for management and commercial teams to help them understand and apply competition law correctly in their daily activities.
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