Where can I find an English-speaking lawyer in Romania?

Pantilimon Avocat provides Romanian-law assistance in English for foreign investors, entrepreneurs and private clients. Communication and document review can be coordinated online, while Romanian filings and proceedings follow the applicable formal requirements.

How much does an English-speaking legal assistance in Romania?

Fees depend on the documents, complexity, urgency and stages required. Before work begins, the scope and fee arrangement are set out in writing.

Can a foreign lawyer practice in Romania?

EU lawyers can practice in Romania under the EU Services Directive. Non-EU lawyers need to partner with a Romanian-licensed attorney. Pantilimon Avocat frequently acts as local counsel for international law firms handling cross-border matters.

Do I need a lawyer to start a business in Romania?

Legal assistance is not mandatory for every incorporation step, but a Romanian lawyer can review the chosen structure, documents, mandates and ongoing obligations. Many steps can be coordinated remotely, depending on the case.

What areas of law do your English-speaking lawyers cover?

We cover: company formation, tax advisory, M&A, employment law, real estate, immigration, GDPR, intellectual property, debt recovery, insurance claims, commercial litigation, and banking & finance law.

Can I get legal advice remotely without visiting Romania?

Yes. Initial consultations and document review can take place online. When representation or formal documents are needed, we explain whether a power of attorney, certified translation, apostille or physical presence is required.

How do I verify a Romanian lawyer's credentials?

Romanian lawyers are registered through the professional bar system. The lawyers presented on this site practise through the Mureș Bar, and their professional information can be checked through official bar sources.

What languages does the firm speak?

The office communicates in English, Romanian and Hungarian. Where an authority requires a certified translation, we explain the applicable document and translation formalities.

Do you work with international law firms?

The office can act as Romanian counsel in cross-border matters and coordinate in English with foreign counsel. The scope, Romanian-law questions and communication channel are agreed for each mandate.

What is the typical response time?

Initial inquiries are reviewed on business days during office hours, Monday–Friday, 10:00–16:00 local time. The response time depends on urgency and the documents supplied.

Pantilimon Rikhárd-Árpád · Mureș Bar

English-Speaking Lawyer in Romania

Legal services in English for foreign investors, entrepreneurs, and expats. Company formation, tax advisory, M&A, employment law, immigration — all handled remotely. 18 years of legal experience since 2008. Remote assistance and fees agreed in writing.

Consultation office@pantilimon.ro

Online consultations • Monday–Friday 10:00–16:00 Romania time

Meet the lawyers and verify professional credentials

Legal Services We Provide in English

Full-service legal support for foreign investors and international businesses operating in Romania

Company Formation

Romanian SRL, SA, branch and subsidiary documentation for foreign founders, with the applicable filing steps explained in English.

Corporate & Commercial Law

Romanian contracts, governance, transactions, compliance and commercial disputes for international companies.

Tax Advisory

Romanian tax, VAT, permanent-establishment and transfer-pricing questions reviewed against the rules applicable to your situation.

Contract Drafting

Commercial contracts, SaaS agreements, NDAs, employment contracts in English and Romanian.

Employment Law

Hire employees in Romania: labor contracts, ReGES, work permits, EU Blue Cards.

Foreign Investment

Market entry, due diligence, entity setup and ongoing Romanian legal support for foreign investors.

GDPR & Data Protection

EU data protection compliance, DPO services, breach notifications, privacy policies.

Immigration & Visas

Work permits, EU Blue Cards, digital nomad visas, residence permits for investors.

Real Estate

Property acquisition, due diligence, construction permits and lease agreements.

How We Assist Foreign Clients

Legal services since 2008 — 18 years of experience in Romanian law

Romanian legal support for cross-border company formation and operations

English, Romanian and Hungarian communication

UNBR registered — Romanian National Bar Association

Scope and fees agreed in writing before work begins

Full remote service — no travel to Romania needed

Online consultation and document review for clients abroad

Office in Târgu Mureș with nationwide representation

Years Experience

Working Languages

For International Companies

Visit the Foreign Investors Hub

Country-specific guides (Germany, Italy, Israel, UK post-Brexit) plus dedicated pages on posted workers (Law 16/2017), VAT fiscal representation, GDPR Art. 27 representation and registered office in Romania — all in English.

Finding the Right English-Speaking Lawyer in Romania

Foreign founders, investors, companies and private clients often need Romanian-law advice before signing documents, dealing with authorities or starting court proceedings. Clear English communication and a documented scope of work make it easier to coordinate a Romanian matter from abroad.

An English-speaking lawyer in Romania serves as your bridge between international business practices and Romanian legal requirements. From company formation and tax optimization to employment contracts and real estate acquisitions, having a qualified legal partner who communicates fluently in English ensures nothing is lost in translation — legally or commercially.

At Pantilimon Avocat, the firm communicates in English, Romanian and Hungarian with foreign investors and businesses across the EU and beyond. We provide comprehensive legal services entirely in English, with all documents drafted bilingually for official Romanian requirements.

How Romanian Legal assistance Are Agreed

Fees depend on the documents, complexity, urgency and procedural stages. The mandate, exclusions and fee arrangement are confirmed in writing before legal work begins.