Nestor Nestor Diculescu Kingston Petersen (NNDKP), established in 1990, is widely recognized as a pioneer in business law in Romania. Over the years, the firm has built a solid reputation as a full-service provider, offering market-leading advice across virtually all practice areas and business sectors.
In the intellectual property (IP) area, NNDKP was the first law firm in Romania to establish a dedicated practice, operating as a one-stop shop for all IP-related matters for over 20 years.
Notable practitioners: Florina Firaru and Sorina Olaru.
2026
"One stop shop, very knowledgeable and responsive. One of the best services around."
"NNDKP is a full service law firm, with highly skilled lawyers...The team is highly known in the sector for handling complex enforcement matters, involving trademarks, designs, patents as well as copyrights."
"They have a consolidated team of highly knowledgeable IP litigators, with extensive court experience and great at preparing solid case strategies tailored to the specific needs and objectives of the client. They are very thorough in their work, analyzing a situation from all angles before recommending the most appropriate course of action. Also, the team is known in the local market for their involvement in multiple high-stakes cases, especially in the pharma sector."
"Very knowledgeable of local practice, sound technical preparation, availability to support for various matters."
"I highly value NNDKP’s IP litigation service, particularly for the way Sorina Olaru successfully coordinates a brilliant team. Her leadership ensures that complex pharmaceutical matters, especially in patent nullity proceedings, are handled with both technical precision and strategic aggression. The team operates as a cohesive unit, consistently delivering results that secure market access for their clients."
"The team demonstrates a deep understanding of both the legal and commercial implications of IP disputes, which translates into clear, practical advice and well-calibrated litigation strategies."
"They are very thorough in their work and their advice are also business orientated, always exploring carefully all details and particular issues raised by a case."
"The team covers a wide range of IP services and is always up to date, always on top of their knowledge as concerns the latest case-law and developments. They are great at strategies and management of complex cases."
"They are very meticulous and thorough in their prosecution work, leaving no loose ends that could create risks for the client. I also appreciate their focus on building a strong relationship with the client, based on trust and collaboration. They respond promptly to requests for additional information or clarification and take great care to provide the highest level of service."
"The team has excellent IP knowledge and industry expertise across several key sectors, including food and beverages, spirits and wine, cosmetics, life sciences, energy and technology. They cover a wide range of IP matters, from ongoing advice on various day-to-day aspects to highly challenging projects that require innovative solutions and extensive research. Also, they are great at planning, strategy, case management and client relationship management."
"The team consists of specialized practitioners in patents, trademarks, and design with deep experience across various industries."
"The team, but especially Florina Firaru, stands out for its clear and proactive communication, keeping clients informed at every stage and anticipating potential issues before they arise. I also value their practical approach and ability to provide straightforward guidance, which makes managing IP portfolios much easier."
"Sorina Olaru is widely recognized for her ability to manage complex, multidisciplinary teams. Her leadership ensures that the group of practitioners she coordinates remains proactive and deeply aligned with the client’s commercial goals."
Florina Firaru
"Florina is one of the most skilled and insightful IP professionals I have had the pleasure of working with. Her passion for the field is evident in every project she undertakes. Her expertise across the full spectrum of intellectual property, but we particularly collaborated in trademarks and copyright enforcement matters. Florina has an outstanding ability to quickly understand the legal nuances of each matter and to craft guidance that is both precise and practical."
"Florina is one of the best legal professionals I know, with exceptional expertise and passion for all things IP. I strongly recommend her for any IP advisory matter - whether it’s trademarks, patents, copyright, trade secrets, or design. She skillfully guides clients through complex IP challenges while minimizing legal risks."
Sorina Olaru
"She is a rare talent who can bridge the gap between dense scientific data and persuasive legal arguments, a persuasive presence in court, having a natural authority in front of judges and making complex patent nullity cases feel clear and logical."
2025
“Customer-focused in approaching the collaboration. A trusted partner, on whom we can rely on, whenever we need it.”
"Good understanding of legal aspects and provision of sound advice."
"Precise, reliable, with excellent knowledge of local laws and practices."
“Provides prompt, complete, reliable answers.”
"The professionalism with which the teams treat each of our topics is appreciated”.
“Very good, efficient communication, based on the fact that the lawyers understand our needs and challenges.”
"Very professional, always on time, proactive, and well prepared."
Case studies show that the firm assisted a cosmetic major with opposition on the likelihood of confusion and reputation claims.
Dariana Istrate is a key practitioner to watch.
Case studies show that the firm assisted a pharmaceutical Client with patent searches to define its strategy to launch generic pharmaceutical products on the local market, as well as with various queries regarding the national patent law provisions and current case law on specific issues.
Copyright
Case studies show that the firm represented the Romanian Standardisation Association (ASRO) in protecting their copyrights derived from the national standards they publish. NNDKP secured several favourable court decisions against companies that unlawfully shared these copyright-protected standards on online document-sharing platforms.