About
Monica’s primary practice areas are corporate and M&A, capital markets and intellectual property. Her background includes diverse experience in other areas such as privatizations and energy. Monica has advised on some of the most significant M&A and capital markets transactions in Romania in the past years, as well as on complex software development and licensing agreements
Highlights of his activity include assisting:
- a financial investment company with solid experience on the Romanian market, in the acquisition of a significant shareholding in the Romanian software producer MWARE Solutions, a company specialized in Big Data, unstructured data, artificial intelligence and digitalisation solutions;
- an universal bank in the transfer of part of BCR Fleet Management’s operational leasing business to the Arval group;
- an innovation-driven specialty pharmaceutical company, in relation to the sale of its pharmaceutical retail and wholesale operations in Romania to Dr. Max Group, a pharmacy chain owned by Penta Investments;
- one of the largest privately-owned business groups in Romania in relation to the exercise of exit rights arising from the joint-venture concluded with Unicredit Bank Austria AG in relation to Unicredit Tiriac Bank SA;
- the largest platform of extra-salary benefits for employees in Romania in its acquisition by Edenred, the world leader in prepaid service vouchers, during all the stages of the process;
- a private limited company in connection with the sale of the majority packages of shares held in EcoPaper SA and EcoPack SRL, part of a top integrated packaging and paper group in Romania, to DS Smith Plc, a leading British-based international packaging business for €208m;
- a Romanian entrepreneur in relation to the acquisition of a Romanian company active in the postal services from the Austrian Post.
“Monica Statescu is extremely well prepared and is able to stand her ground in difficult negotiations. Great understanding of all concepts, mechanics and their real impact on the transaction and business.”
Legal 500, 2024
"Monica Stătescu delivers high-quality and sharp advice and possesses a deep understanding of the tech business landscape. She is always available on very short notice, demonstrating her commitment and reliability."
Legal 500, 2025

