Debt Recovery and Agreements
The firm advises Romanian and international creditors on the recovery of commercial claims against debtors in Romania. The team covers the full life cycle of a claim, from the preliminary assessment of the debtor and the pre-litigation stage to special and ordinary court proceedings, precautionary measures and enforcement. Each mandate begins with an assessment of the debtor's solvency, so that the client's resources are directed towards steps with a realistic prospect of recovery. In November and December 2025, the team recovered more than EUR 150,000 for clients, in cases before the courts of Bucharest, Timisoara and Oradea.
Overview
Areas of assistance
- Preliminary assessment of the claim and the debtor, including its financial position, pending litigation and insolvency risk
- Formal notices to the debtor and negotiation of instalment agreements
- Payment order proceedings and the small claims procedure
- Claims in court and ordinary commercial litigation
- Precautionary measures, namely precautionary attachment and garnishment
- Enforcement and defence of the creditor in enforcement challenges
- Filing of claims in the debtor's insolvency proceedings
- European order for payment and European small claims procedure for cross-border claims
Creditors based abroad
The firm regularly acts for companies from the European Union and beyond against Romanian debtors. Representation is based on a power of attorney and does not require the client's representatives to travel to Romania.
Interest and ancillary amounts
In addition to the principal, the firm claims contractual penalties or, failing these, statutory late payment interest, which between businesses equals the National Bank of Romania reference rate plus 8 percentage points. The creditor is also entitled to a fixed compensation of at least the RON equivalent of EUR 40 for recovery costs. These amounts are awarded only if expressly claimed.
Relevant experience
- Recovery of more than EUR 150,000 in commercial claims, including penalties and interest, in November and December 2025, through negotiation, precautionary measures and enforcement, in cases before the courts of Bucharest, Timisoara and Oradea
Other Services
Non-Resident Employer Registration and Remote Payroll
Legal representation for registering the foreign employer and managing monthly payroll for staff working remotely from Romania, with no local entity needed.
ONJN Compliance for Class II Licensees
Ongoing legal assistance for ONJN Class II license holders: monthly reporting under Law 141/2025, notification of significant changes, AML and GDPR obligations for B2B providers.
Obtaining ONJN Class II License
Legal assistance and representation for B2B providers in the gaming industry seeking the Class II license issued by ONJN: activity classification, documentation preparation and licensing procedure management.
ONJN Class II Licence
Licensing for suppliers of gambling-related services, with the file prepared and filed by us.
Return of Seized Property
Recovery of property seized in criminal proceedings, from the request through to the decision.
Child Return (Hague Convention)
Representation in child return proceedings, from the application to the court's decision.
Transcription of Civil Status Records
Legal representation in transcribing foreign birth, marriage and death certificates into the Romanian registers.
Registered Office Hosting
A registered office at our practice, with the ONRC file prepared, filed and renewed on time.
Joint-Stock Company Formation (S.A.)
Setting up a joint-stock company, from the share capital structure to registration with ONRC.
Renunciation of Romanian Citizenship
The full renunciation procedure, handled on a special power of attorney, with no travel to Romania.
Trademark Registration with OSIM
Protecting the trademark in Romania through OSIM registration, followed through to the decision.
EU Trademark Registration (EUIPO)
Protecting the trademark across all EU member states through a single EUIPO registration.
Recognition of Professional Certificates
Recognition in Romania of vocational training certificates obtained abroad.
Tracing Civil Status Records
Legal representation in tracing birth, marriage or death certificates in the registers of Romania, Ukraine and Moldova.
Criminal Record, Apostille, Translations
Legal representation for the Romanian criminal record certificate, apostille and certified translation.
NGO and Foundation Formation
Setting up the association or foundation, from the articles to entry in the National Register.
Tax Registration for Non-Residents (NIF)
Legal representation for the tax registration of non-resident individuals (NIF), remotely.
Administrative and Tax Law
Challenging administrative and tax decisions, with representation before authorities and courts.
Insolvency and Bankruptcy
Turnaround for businesses in difficulty and representation in insolvency and liquidation proceedings.
Criminal Law
Defence and representation in criminal cases, at the investigation stage and at trial.
Social Media, Terms and Conditions
The legal documentation of online business: terms of use, GDPR policies and promotion agreements.
Real Estate and Construction
Legal due diligence and contracts for real estate transactions and construction projects.
Commercial Law and Company Formation
Assistance across the company's legal life, from incorporation to transactions and mergers.
Start-up
Legal support for founders at the start, from the corporate form to protecting the idea.
Accident Compensation
Recovery of material and moral damages after road accidents or accidents at work.
Immigration Law
Assistance with visas, residence permits and Romanian citizenship, for individuals and for companies.
Employment Law
Solutions across employment relations, from contracts and internal procedures to litigation.
Civil Law
Advice and representation in property, civil contracts and inheritance matters.
Expediting Romanian Citizenship
Court action when a citizenship application exceeds the statutory deadline for a decision.
Contact
We are here to provide Legal Support
Contact us for personalized legal support in business law, civil and commercial matters, immigration, insolvency, and debt recovery in Bucharest, Timișoara, Arad, Oradea, and Reșița. We provide clear, practical legal solutions tailored to your business and personal needs.
Our team of attorneys stands by your side to protect your rights and interests, providing comprehensive legal support in business law, immigration, litigation, and debt recovery.
Contact:
lawoffice@arsulescu.com
+40 739 111 113
OFFICES
Bulevardul General Ion Dragalina nr. 29, Timisoara 300166
Strada Aurel Vlaicu nr. 87, Bucuresti 030167
SCHEDULE
Monday - Thursday
09-19
Friday
09-16:30
Saturday
closed
Sunday
closed