Raluca Radoi

Claims and Dispute Resolution:
• Lead and manage the resolution of legal disputes and claims, including negotiating settlements and
representing the company in arbitration and litigation proceedings.
• Develop strategies for handling complex claims, ensuring the protection of the companys interests
while minimizing legal risks and costs.
• Analyze and evaluate potential legal claims, preparing submissions, pleadings, and other legal
documents to support the companys position in disputes.
• Review insurance related documents, claims procedures on Insurance Claims, Employment,
Personal Injury, and dealing directly with P&I / HNM Underwriters Claims (cargo loss, vessels off
hire, seafarers and crew incidents and welfare, charter-parties agreements, vessels collisions and
calamities caused by related activities) tender documents claim damages against charterers for
delays suffered after the end of laytime, demurrage or cargo operations.
• mitigate legal risks.
• Monitor contract performance and advise on the enforcement of contractual obligations, handling
any breaches or disputes that arise.

Regulatory Compliance and Risk Management:
• Advise on and ensure with applicable laws and including those related to
corporate governance, labor laws, and environmental regulations.
• Identify and assess legal risks associated with business operations, developing and implementing
risk mitigation strategies in collaboration with relevant departments.
• Ensure compliance to all relevant safety, quality and environmental management policies,
procedures and controls across the oil & gas shipping Industry, in order to guarantee employee
safety, legislative compliance and a responsible environmental attitude,
• Extensive knowledge on Maritime legislation STCW, MLC 2006, MARPOL, SOLAS, etc
• Monitor legal and reputational risk landscapes and recommend enhancements to internal
procedures in alignment with AML/ABC regulations.
• Oversee compliance with international sanctions regimes (OFAC, EU, UN) and conduct enhanced
due diligence for sanctioned regions or entities.
• Collaborate with Legal, Finance, Internal Audit, and HR departments on cross-jurisdictional
compliance initiatives.
• Provide ABC compliance and sanctions guidance to front-office and trading desks across Dubai,
MENA, and Indian subcontinent.
• Represent the firm in audits, regulatory inquiries, and strategic compliance projects ensuring
international regulatory adherence.

Stakeholder Management:
• Build and maintain strong relationships with external legal counsel, regulators, and other
stakeholders, ensuring effective communication and collaboration on legal matters.
• Represent the company in legal proceedings, regulatory inquiries, and negotiations with external
parties, safeguarding the companys interests and reputation.
• Arranging and supervising external lawyers who provide legal advice or representation in areas of
special expertise.

• Draft, review, and manage agreements such as NDAs, shareholder and employment contracts.
• Advise clients on regulatory compliance with local and international laws.
• Conduct legal research, fact-checking, and gather client information and evidence.
• Support senior associates and partners with legal arguments and case preparation.
• Assist with legal research, drafting, and proofreading of documents and advice.
• Draft and prepare standard legal documents.
• Support contract negotiation and drafting for corporate transactions, including JVs, partnerships,
and mergers.
• Conduct due diligence, identify legal risks, and suggest mitigation strategies.

• Draft correspondence and respond to communications on behalf of fee earners, as delegated.
• Proofread legal documents to ensure compliance with firm standards and accuracy.
• Draft routine cover letters and non-technical correspondence on behalf of legal professionals.
• Conduct conflict checks; coordinate with compliance for KYC documentation; collect client due
diligence documents; initiate client and matter setup in billing system.
• Monitor and ensure timely daily time entries by fee earners; assist with review and amendments as
required.
• Support finance team in evaluating and approving client fee estimates aligned with projected
scope and effort.
• Draft Letters of Engagement reflecting agreed scope of work and fee arrangements.
• Contribute to the development of standardized procedures and templates for ISO certification
compliance.
• Provide executive legal PA and secretarial support to the Senior Partner and Partner; assist
Associates as needed.
• Manage inbound calls in the absence of the Partners; respond or relay accurate messages
• Coordinate logistics for seminars and business travel, including visas, flights, accommodations, and
meetings.

Legal Support & Compliance
• Conduct legal research, draft standard documents, and assist with proofing and revisions.
• Support negotiation and drafting of contracts, including JVs, mergers, and commercial agreements.
• Advise on regulatory compliance, ensuring adherence to local and international legal frameworks.
• Manage KYC collection, conflict checks, and onboarding of clients/matters on internal systems.

Billing & Engagement
• Monitor daily time entries by fee earners; ensure timely and accurate recording.
• Assist with review and approval of client fee quotes and Letters of Engagement.
• Participate in the billing cycle; support partners in time entry reviews and invoice preparation.
• Support seminar and business travel logistics, including visa processing and itinerary planning.
• Contribute to the setup of ISO certification procedures and internal compliance documentation.

Risk Management
• Identify legal risks in commercial transactions, especially within high-value metal trading.
• Ensure compliance with international trade laws, including sanctions and customs regulations.
• Assist in resolving disputes through negotiation, mediation, or internal procedures.
• Maintain strict confidentiality in handling sensitive and strategic information.
• Support ad hoc projects as assigned by the Chairman, involving cross-functional collaboration or
urgent legal matters.