Elena Costescu

Elena Costescu brings a diverse and globally diversified perspective to her legal advice, since her academic journey includes studies at the “Shanghai International Studies University” in China and a traineeship at the EU Parliament in Brussels. Complementing her academic pursuits, Elena has a Master degree in Finance, Banking & Insurance Law. Elena specializes in commercial law, M&A, and capital markets, with a strong background in capital markets regulatory matters. She has an innovative approach to legal problem-solving, especially in matters that are yet to be firmly regulated, as she excels in finding creative and pragmatic solutions, offering invaluable insights to navigate complex legal issues being a client-needs-oriented and flexible professional. Her commitment to excellence and her proactive, client-centric approach making her an asset for both businesses and individuals seeking legal counsel in the current dynamic and evolving legal landscape.

Practice areas
Corporate and M&A
Banking, Finance & Financial Services
Tech + Digital
Regulatory & Compliance

Bar Admissions • Affiliations & Memberships
Bucharest Bar Association (since 2019)
National Union of Authorized Translators from Romania (2022 – English, Italian and French)

Education
Nicolae Titulescu University, Faculty of Law – European and International Law Program – Bachelor of Laws
Nicolae Titulescu University, Faculty of Law – Finance, Banking & Insurance Law – Bachelor of Laws
University of Bucharest, Faculty of Foreign Languages and Literatures – Bachelor of Arts in French and Chinese
Shanghai International Studies University – Study program in Chinese language and general elements of the Chinese legal system

Languages
Romanian
English
Italian
French
Mandarin Chinese