Opening Roundtable of WOLEP's Corporate Law Practice: LLCs and JSCs Explored

The event was a resounding success, bringing together esteemed professionals from various jurisdictions to share their expertise, exchange knowledge, and foster strong professional connections. The collegial and friendly atmosphere set the stage for dynamic discussions, truly embodying the spirit of the WOLEP community.

At the start of the event, Mr. Teodor Burnar, WOLEP's Chief of Content & Branding, provided attendees with exciting updates on the network's branding and communication activities. These updates showcased the commitment of WOLEP members to enhancing their standing in the legal arena. Noteworthy highlights included a roundup of our prolific summer, which saw us launch the Criminal Law Practice on June 20th, our WOLEP Webinar on EVs and Alternative Batteries on July 26th, and recently reaching 100k reads on wolep.com, a testament to our growing prestige in the legal field. Also debated was the launch of our brand new WOLEP Law Firms community, a hub specifically dedicated to legal entities. Mr. Burnar also announced the production of a new WOLEP Podcast episode in November 2023, one in which WOLEP members are hereby invited to express their interest.

The roundtable featured legal professionals from diverse backgrounds, all lending their expertise to enrich the discussions. Participants included Mr. Antonio Muñoz de Gispert (Barcelona, Spain), Ms. Lucija Vranesevic Grbic (Serbia), Mr. Mohamadou Aminou (Rwanda) and Ms. Ana Minoska (North Macedonia), among others. Each attendee shared their legal background and insights regarding the topic of the Roundtable - LLCs and JSC in a national and trans-national context, offering unique perspectives that contributed to captivating dialogues.

Mr. Muñoz de Gispert, an esteemed corporate lawyer with decades of experience, expressed his enthusiasm at the establishment of the Corporate Law Practice. He emphasised how this development embodies the spirit of WOLEP, bringing legal professionals together and fostering a sense of community within the profession.

Under the guidance of Ms. Carmen Cârcotă, the WOLEP Corporate Law Practice coordinator, the roundtable delved into a range of topics pertaining to the establishment and operation of companies, with a particular focus on Limited Liability Companies (LLC) and Joint-Stock Companies (JSC). During Ms. Cârcotă’s presentation about the status quo in her home country, Romania, participants engaged in discussion and exchanged expertise, which resulted in a comparative analysis, facilitating a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities within the field.

The collegial and engaging atmosphere of the event not only facilitated knowledge sharing but also strengthened professional and personal connections among attendees. The open exchange of ideas created a supportive network of Corporate Law experts, fostering collaboration and furthering the objectives of the WOLEP Corporate Law Practice.

Reflecting on the success of this initial gathering, it becomes evident that the Corporate Law Practice at WOLEP holds immense potential. The momentum generated during the roundtable has set the stage for future engaging discussions, invaluable insights, and fruitful collaborations. As the WOLEP network continues to grow, there is a recognition of the importance of this area of expertise among WOLEP members.

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