Tudor Mitranescu

Senior Legal Counsel

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Soseaua Iancului nr. 9, Bucharest, RO

About

Highly experienced Senior Legal Counsel with over 20 years of expertise in civil, commercial, construction, maritime transport, logistics, and corporate law. Proven ability to draft and negotiate complex contracts, resolve disputes, ensure regulatory compliance, and deliver innovative legal solutions. Seeking a Senior Counsel role to leverage analytical, negotiation, and communication skills for achieving favorable legal and commercial outcomes and mitigating organizational risks.

Work Experience

Senior Legal Counsel

Patronatul Proiectanților în Construcții

Jun 2024 - Mar 2025

Bucharest, Romania, RO

Led legislative initiatives and provided critical legal support to stakeholders within the construction sector, ensuring compliance and strategic advocacy.

  • Drafted and proposed key legislative amendments, significantly improving construction sector regulations and fostering a more favorable business environment.
  • Conducted comprehensive EU-wide comparative studies on civil engineering regulations, bolstering advocacy efforts and informing strategic policy development.
  • Developed evidence-based policies through meticulous legal research and synthesis, contributing to robust internal compliance frameworks.
  • Briefed the Board of Directors on critical legislative changes, proactively mitigating risks and ensuring organizational adherence to evolving regulations.

Senior Legal Counsel

Inovo Solutions

Mar 2021 - Jan 2024

Bucharest, Romania, RO

Provided strategic legal counsel to management on commercial negotiations, managed litigation, and successfully recovered significant outstanding debts.

  • Advised management on over 50+ commercial contract negotiations, including sales agreements, NDAs, and GDPR agreements, safeguarding company interests and ensuring compliance.
  • Drafted comprehensive legal documents, including contracts, notices, and pleadings, effectively managing complex debt recovery cases.
  • Represented a group of companies in civil and commercial litigation, successfully resolving multiple disputes and protecting corporate assets.
  • Recovered outstanding debts exceeding €500K by initiating civil/commercial actions, significantly improving financial liquidity and cash flow.

Legal Consultant

Dura Vermeer

Oct 2019 - Oct 2020

Rotterdam, Netherlands, NL

Provided expert legal advice on maritime transport law, negotiated critical contracts, and developed effective legal strategies to minimize company risks.

  • Advised on complex containerized maritime transport law, including chartering and container leasing, ensuring full legal compliance for operations.
  • Negotiated and analyzed over 30 transport contracts, successfully minimizing potential risks and ensuring robust contractual compliance.
  • Developed and implemented effective legal strategies, enhancing the company's defensive posture and protecting its commercial interests across various transactions.

Head of Legal Department

Consorzio IDC

Jul 2015 - Jul 2019

Venice, Italy, IT

Directed all legal operations, leading contract negotiations, implementing compliance procedures, and managing risk for a diverse portfolio of commercial agreements.

  • Led the drafting, negotiation, and execution of over 100 complex commercial agreements, including confidentiality, logistics, sales/purchases, and licensing, ensuring favorable terms.
  • Implemented robust contract management procedures, improving compliance with corporate policies by 95% and streamlining legal operations.
  • Assessed contractual risks across all departments, coordinating with risk/finance teams to mitigate potential liabilities by 20% annually.
  • Ensured contractual transparency and supported the proper implementation of terms, enhancing operational efficiency and reducing disputes by 15%.

Senior Legal Advisor

Premium Porc Group

May 2014 - May 2015

Focșani, Romania, RO

Provided comprehensive legal counsel, securing significant investment, managing contract drafting, and ensuring corporate compliance.

  • Advised on securing a €16M investment credit from Unicredit Bank Austria, crucial for the group's expansion and operational funding.
  • Provided legal counsel on agricultural land leasing and raw material procurement, ensuring compliance and favorable terms for key supply chains.
  • Drafted over 20 critical contracts (leases, procurement, consultancy) and successfully participated in insolvency proceedings, protecting company assets.
  • Ensured legal compliance of all commercial contracts and revised employment agreements for 100+ employees, mitigating regulatory risks.

Legal Advisor (Short-Term Projects)

Gheorghe Vrana Law Office

Nov 2011 - May 2014

Bucharest, Romania, RO

Provided legal advisory services on construction contracts and commercial negotiations, specializing in offshore company formation and compliance.

  • Advised on complex construction contracts, including subcontracting and interior design agreements, ensuring legal soundness for projects valued over €1M.
  • Specialized in the formation of 15+ offshore companies across multiple jurisdictions (UK, USA, Bahamas, BVI, Netherlands, Gibraltar), facilitating international business operations.
  • Assisted with bank account setup and ensured operational compliance for newly formed offshore entities, streamlining their initial legal and financial processes.

Legal Advisor

SC Vista Engineering SRL

Oct 2008 - Jul 2009

Bucharest, Romania, RO

Provided expert consultancy on FIDIC contracts and international compliance, ensuring legal integrity of construction projects.

  • Provided consultancy on FIDIC contracts (Red/Yellow Books) and international compliance, ensuring project adherence to global standards.
  • Drafted and reviewed over 15 complex construction contracts, including subcontracting, leasing, and procurement agreements, minimizing legal exposure.
  • Ensured legal compliance of all commercial contracts and provided strategic advisory services to management, enhancing decision-making and risk mitigation.

Legal Advisor

SC Aedificia 2002 Construct SRL

Mar 2001 - Aug 2008

Bucharest, Romania, RO

Managed comprehensive legal affairs for construction projects, including due diligence, negotiations, and corporate compliance, over a 7-year tenure.

  • Conducted legal due diligence for over 50 real estate transactions, identifying and mitigating critical risks for projects valued at over €10M.
  • Provided negotiation support for contractors, subcontractors, and clients, successfully closing deals and resolving disputes on multiple construction projects.
  • Developed and implemented legal strategies, planning frameworks, and budgets, optimizing resource allocation and project execution efficiency.
  • Managed legal aspects of domestic and international company registration, ensuring full compliance with regulatory requirements and facilitating business expansion.

Education

International Maritime Law

Lloyd Maritime Institute

Jan 2021 - Dec 2022

Remote

Law

University of Bucharest

Jan 1994 - Dec 1998

Bucharest, Romania, RO

High School Diploma

Spiru Haret National College

Jan 1984 - Dec 1988

Languages

Romanian , English

Skills

Legal Expertise

  • Civil Law
  • Commercial Law
  • Contract Law (FIDIC)
  • Construction Law
  • Maritime Law
  • Debt Recovery
  • Litigation
  • GDPR Compliance
  • Offshore Company Formation

Transferable Skills

  • Negotiation
  • Legal Research
  • Team Collaboration
  • Confidentiality
  • Strategic Legal Advisory
  • Risk Mitigation
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Dispute Resolution
  • Contract Management

Technical and Other Skills

  • Microsoft Office