Ștefan Botezatu

Romania

Ștefan Botezatu

Stefan Botezatu is a trusted adviser with over 25 years of experience in Energy, Competition, Tech & Digital, and Dispute Resolution. He is renowned for his expertise in regulatory matters across electricity and gas trading, supply, production, and infrastructure for e-mobility. Stefan Botezatu represents leading companies in energy arbitration and antitrust cases and is highly regarded for his role in complex corporate restructurings and business transfers. Trusted by industry leaders, Stefan advises clients such as E.ON Group, Pluxee, and Teva Pharmaceuticals.

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  • Legal career spanning more than 25 years
  • In 2017 he assisted the seller in the largest M&A deal in the energy sector on the local market since privatisation.
  • Regular speaker at high-profile local and international conferences.
  • Supervisor of the team that developed two legal mobile apps, unique on the market.
  • Consistently highly recommended as leading lawyer in Energy & Natural Resources by Chambers & Partners and The Legal 500
  • Steadily recommended lawyer in EU and Competition by The Legal 500
  • Repeatedly recognised as "Notable Practitioner" in Project Development by IFLR 1000
  • "Ştefan Botezatu has impressive market and industry knowledge." (Chambers & Partners, 2025, Energy & Natural Resources)
  • "Our go-to energy lawyer and one of the most seasoned professionals in the legal arena. His comprehensive understanding of the sector and dedicated service to our business make him an invaluable asset." (Client Referee for The Legal 500, 2024, Energy and Natural Resources)
  • "Stefan, a prominent figure in the EU and Competition team, combines business insight with legal excellence. His direct involvement ensures we receive the personalized attention and tailored advice we seek. Stefan's dedication to bridging the gap between business and legal aspects contributes significantly to our success." (Client Referee for The Legal 500, 2024, EU and Competition)
  • "Ştefan Botezatu is one of the best lawyers in town and is fully deserving of recognition." (Chambers & Partners, 2024, Energy & Natural Resources)
  • "Stefan Botezatu stands out for his unparalleled experience in the sector, breadth of knowledge and business sense." (The Legal 500, 2023, Energy and Natural Resources)
  • "Having worked in the energy space for years, highly credentialed Stefan Botezatu definitely offers top-of-the-line quality advice in energy law. His work is always on a high professional level – he is skillful, resourceful and an excellent team leader. He has in-depth knowledge and understanding of both legal and business issues, the combination of which gives an unparalleled value to his advice." (Client Referee for The Legal 500, 2023, Energy and Natural Resources)
  • "He is well connected to the market." (Chambers & Partners, 2023, Energy & Natural Resources)
  • "Stefan Botezatu leads the team at act legal Romania, which has a strong background in corporate and regulatory energy issues, for major clients including E.ON." (The Legal 500, 2022, Energy and Natural Resources)
  • "Stefan Botezatu, has a strong track record for white-collar crime matters, particularly when representing energy sector clients." (The Legal 500, 2022, White-Collar Crime)
  • "He knows the energy market and its legal challenges inside out, so he is able to provide the best and most pragmatic advice." (Chambers & Partners, 2022, Energy & Natural Resources)
  • "An excellent strategist." (Chambers & Partners, 2022, Dispute Resolution: Litigation)
  •  "His negotiation and argumentation skills are impressive and he is very calm and rational, yet decisive and assertive." (Chambers & Partners, 2022, Dispute Resolution: Litigation)
  • Co-founder of act legal Romania
  • Member of the Romanian Union of Lawyers
  • Member of the Bucharest Bar Association.
  • Board Advisor to Juridice.ro, leading Romanian legal publication
  • University of Bucharest – Bachelor of Laws – 1998
  • Harvard Law School Executive Education – Leadership in Law Firms – 2014
  • Former Partner of the international law firm Gide and CEE law firm Kinstellar
  • Romanian
  • English
  • French

The Legal 500 2024 – Ștefan Botezatu – Energy & Natural Resources

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The Legal 500 2024 – Ștefan Botezatu – Energy & Natural Resources
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The Legal 500 2025 – Ștefan Botezatu – Energy & Natural Resources
Stefan Botezatu was mentioned as a recommended Lawyer in Energy & Natural Resources
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The Legal 500 2025 – Ștefan Botezatu – EU & Competition
Stefan Botezatu was mentioned as a recommended Lawyer in EU and Competition
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The Legal 500 2024 – Ștefan Botezatu – EU & Competition

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The Legal 500 2024 – Ștefan Botezatu – EU & Competition
Stefan Botezatu was mentioned as a recommended Lawyer in EU and Competition
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Chambers & Partners Europe 2025 – Ștefan Botezatu – Energy & Natural Resources
Ștefan Botezatu was highly recommended by Chambers & Partners Europe 2025 as leading lawyer in Energy & Natural Resources.
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Chambers & Partners Europe 2024 – Ștefan Botezatu – Dispute Resolution
Ștefan Botezatu was recommended by Chambers & Partners Europe 2024 as leading lawyer in Dispute Resolution
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The Legal 500 2023 – Ștefan Botezatu – EU & Competition
Stefan Botezatu was mentioned asa recommended Lawyer in EU and Competition
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The Legal 500 2022 – Ștefan Botezatu – White Collar Crimes

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The Legal 500 2022 – Ștefan Botezatu – White Collar Crimes
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The Legal 500 2023 – Ștefan Botezatu and Laura Estrade – Energy & Natural Resources
Stefan Botezatu and Laura Estrade were mentioned as recommended Lawyers in Energy & Natural Resources
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The Legal 500 2022 – Ștefan Botezatu – Energy & Natural Resources
Stefan Botezatu was mentioned as a recommended Lawyer in Energy & Natural Resources
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IFLR 1000 2023 – Ștefan Botezatu – Notable Practitioner in Project Development

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IFLR 1000 2023 – Ștefan Botezatu – Notable Practitioner in Project Development
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IFLR 1000 2022 – Ștefan Botezatu – Notable Practitioner in Project Development

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IFLR 1000 2022 – Ștefan Botezatu – Notable Practitioner in Project Development
Ștefan Botezatu was recommended as a “Notable Practitioner” in Project Development
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IFLR 1000 2021 – Ștefan Botezatu – Notable Practitioner in Project Development

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IFLR 1000 2021 – Ștefan Botezatu – Notable Practitioner in Project Development
Ștefan Botezatu was recommended as a “Notable Practitioner” in Project Development
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Chambers & Partners Europe 2023 – Ștefan Botezatu – Dispute Resolution
Stefan Botezatu was highly recommended by Chambers & Partners as leading lawyer in Dispute Resolution.
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Chambers & Partners Europe 2022 – Ștefan Botezatu – Dispute Resolution
Stefan Botezatu was recommended by Chambers & Partners as leading lawyer in Dispute Resolution.
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Chambers & Partners Europe 2023 – Ștefan Botezatu – Energy & Natural Resources
Stefan Botezatu was highly recommended by Chambers & Partners as leading lawyer in Energy & Natural Resources
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Chambers & Partners Europe 2022 – Ștefan Botezatu – Energy & Natural Resources
Stefan Botezatu was highly recommended by Chambers & Partners as leading lawyer in Energy & Natural Resources
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Chambers & Partners Europe 2021 – Ștefan Botezatu – Dispute Resolution

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Chambers & Partners Europe 2021 – Ștefan Botezatu – Dispute Resolution
Stefan Botezatu was recommended by Chambers & Partners as leading lawyer in Dispute Resolution.
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Chambers & Partners Europe 2024 – Ștefan Botezatu – Energy & Natural Resources
Ștefan Botezatu was highly recommended by Chambers & Partners Europe 2024 as leading lawyer in Energy & Natural Resources.
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Chambers & Partners Europe 2020 – Ștefan Botezatu – Energy & Natural Resources
Ștefan Botezatu was highly recommended by Chambers & Partners Europe 2020 as leading lawyer in Energy & Natural Resources.
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Chambers & Partners Europe 2020 – act legal Romania – Energy & Natural Resources
Ranked by Chambers & Partners Europe 2020 in Energy & Natural Resources.
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IFLR 1000 2020 – Ștefan Botezatu – Notable Practitioner in Project Development
Ștefan Botezatu was recommended as a “Notable Practitioner” in Project Development
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Chambers & Partners Europe 2019 – Ștefan Botezatu – Energy & Natural Resources
Ștefan Botezatu was highly recommended by Chambers & Partners Europe 2019 as leading lawyer in Energy & Natural Resources.
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Chambers & Partners Europe 2017 – Ștefan Botezatu – Energy & Natural Resources
Ștefan Botezatu was highly recommended by Chambers & Partners Europe 2017 as leading lawyer in Energy & Natural Resources.
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Chambers & Partners Europe 2018 – Ștefan Botezatu – Energy & Natural Resources
Ștefan Botezatu was highly recommended by Chambers & Partners Europe 2018 as leading lawyer in Energy & Natural Resources.
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