Contact details – Măglaș Alexandru – Law Office
- Law office: Măglaș Alexandru – Law Office
- Office address: Str. Emil Gârleanu, nr. 4, Sector 3, 031143, Bucharest, Romania
- Phone: +40 756 248 777
- E-mail: alexandru@maglas.ro
- Consultations: by prior appointment only
- Working languages: Romanian and English
For more details about the law office and practice areas, you can also visit the pages: About Măglaș Alexandru – Law Office and Law office services in Bucharest .
Quick contact: your first step towards a clear collaboration
You can contact the law office by phone or e‑mail. We aim to reply as quickly as possible. This first contact is the starting point for a collaboration that we want to keep clear, predictable and efficient for you.
From the first message, we treat your situation with attention and rigour: we read the details, identify emergencies, check whether there is an upcoming deadline or a procedural window that must not be missed, and then let you know what additional information is needed and in what format it is most useful to send it.
The objective is that, within a short time after your contact, you already have a picture of the next steps: what follows, what the approximate timeline is and what realistic options exist in your situation.
What to include in your first message
To be able to understand your case quickly and offer a meaningful first reply, it helps if your initial message contains:
- your full name and correct contact details (phone number, active e‑mail address);
- a concise summary of the facts: what happened, when, who the parties are, what outcome you are looking for;
- an indication of any urgent deadlines (hearing dates, limitation periods, deadlines for appeals or objections, expiry dates of contracts or administrative decisions);
- if available, the key documents: a summons or notice, a court decision, a contract, an administrative decision, relevant correspondence (sending only what is essential at this stage).
You do not need to send the entire file from the beginning. Select what is central to understanding the context; the rest can be organised together later, depending on the strategy we choose. If additional details are required, you will receive clear indications on exactly what is needed, in order to avoid repeated messages and loss of time.
Sending documents: structure and security
When you send documents, it is very useful to keep clear file names, for example: “Services contract – 2023‑05‑10.pdf”, “Tribunal judgment – no. … .pdf”, “Prior notice – 2024‑02‑01.pdf”. This simple discipline helps us identify quickly the documents being discussed and build an accurate timeline of events.
If you have many documents, you can group them into a single archived file or briefly list them in the message body, mentioning what each document represents. For sensitive data or large volumes, we can agree on a suitable transfer method (secure link, file‑transfer service, upload into a dedicated space).
In all cases, avoid unsecured public networks when sending confidential documents. If necessary, we will quickly offer an alternative, safer channel.
After you write to us: initial checks and next steps
After receiving your message, we perform a short initial assessment regarding:
- the area of practice (whether the matter falls within the areas in which we work);
- the urgency of the situation and any imminent deadlines;
- potential conflicts of interest;
- availability in the immediate period.
If everything is in order, we propose a brief discussion for clarifications – by phone, video call or at the office, depending on your preference and the specifics of the case. In this conversation we focus on facts, deadlines and objectives.
We use a set of anchor questions to surface essential details: what documents already exist, what has been communicated so far to the other side or to the authority, what the immediate risks are, what resources are available and what constraints need to be taken into account.
Work proposal: clarity, order, realism
As soon as possible, you will receive a clear work proposal. We do not overload you with jargon, we do not wrap things in unnecessary phrases and we do not promise the impossible.
You will know exactly:
- what we can do and in what order;
- what we need from you (documents, information, decisions);
- what each option realistically involves in terms of time, effort and risk;
- what the estimated costs are and what the probable timeline looks like.
If the situation requires urgent action – for example, an interim measure, an appeal with a short deadline, an application for suspension or preparing a defence for an imminent hearing – we prioritise that intervention and calibrate the rest of the strategy afterwards.
In high‑complexity matters (for example, cases at the intersection of economic criminal law, tax and administrative law, or urban‑planning or intellectual‑property disputes), we design a phased plan from the beginning so that each step has a clear purpose and a measurable result.
Financial transparency: fee structures and what services include
Financial transparency is part of the same working framework. Depending on the nature and dynamics of the matter, we may propose hourly fees, fixed fees per stage, a complementary success component where allowed by law, or a hybrid model (fixed + hourly), with realistic caps and clear activation rules.
We specify from the start:
- what is included in the fee (analysis, drafting, attending a certain number of hearings, meetings, correspondence);
- what is billed separately (e.g. travel expenses, expert fees);
- what remains under the client’s responsibility (court stamp duties, fees of third parties, translations, notarisation);
- in what circumstances the budget may be adjusted if unforeseeable events arise (new evidence, incidental applications, procedural complications).
We prefer to set precise arrangements from the beginning rather than leave room for interpretations later. For a detailed explanation of how legal fees work, you can also check the English section on fees on the website.
When the lawyer–client relationship starts (and what it means)
It is important to emphasise that simply sending a message or documents does not, by itself, create a lawyer–client relationship.
The professional relationship arises only after the legal assistance contract is signed. From that moment, all rights and obligations of the parties come into effect, including those regarding confidentiality, fees, expenses, the exact scope of the mandate and the rules of communication.
Until then, we use the information you provide solely to understand the situation and tell you clearly whether and how we can help you. If, for any reason, we cannot take on the matter – whether due to lack of availability, a conflict of interest or because the case falls outside our current practice – we will say so openly and, where possible and appropriate, we may suggest alternatives.
Confidentiality and data protection
Confidentiality is treated with maximum seriousness. Access to sensitive details is restricted to persons in the team who genuinely need that information, and the exchange of documents takes place through adequate channels.
If the project requires the involvement of third parties (for example, accountants, valuers, architects, sworn translators, IT specialists, licensed private investigators), we ensure that they act on the basis of firm confidentiality undertakings and within the parameters agreed with you.
At the same time, we encourage you to maintain internal order in your documents and to avoid sending, via public or unsecured channels, materials that contain personal data, trade secrets or technical/strategic information.
For companies: efficiency and coordination
If you are a company, it helps to mention from the outset:
- who the main contact person is and what department they represent (legal, finance, HR, procurement);
- what type of signature you use (wet signature, qualified or advanced electronic signature);
- what internal rules you have regarding budget approvals and payment terms.
For high‑complexity or high‑exposure projects, we designate a coordinator who centralises communication, sets the calendar, ensures that documents go through the necessary reviews and provides periodic status updates.
In this way, you avoid bottlenecks and maintain visibility over progress, costs and risks. If you already work with an internal ticketing system or a project‑management tool, the law office can adapt to it without difficulty.
For individuals: clarity and support
For individual clients, contacting a lawyer usually happens in emotionally loaded moments: criminal investigations, employment conflicts, family disputes, urgent administrative issues, or problems affecting housing or professional activity.
We try to take some of the pressure off through clarity and calm. We explain what options you have, what each of them involves, what we can realistically do and within what time frame, what the main risks are and what information we still need from you.
We do not promise specific results. We promise serious work, solid arguments, a thoughtful strategy and consistent communication, so that you feel supported and kept up to date at every step.
Confirmation of your message and urgent situations
We strive to respond promptly to all messages. If you do not receive an acknowledgement within a reasonable time, please check your spam folder – automatic filters sometimes retain legitimate correspondence.
If necessary, resend the message or call us. When a short deadline is involved, a brief phone call to flag that you have sent an e‑mail can make a difference.
During the collaboration, we recommend that important decisions, instructions and final documents be exchanged by e‑mail, to maintain traceability and avoid the confusions inherent in informal channels.
Working languages and cross‑border matters
We work fluently in Romanian and English. If documents are in another language, we agree from the outset on the appropriate solution: sworn translations where required or working together with a specialised translator.
In matters with a foreign element, we take into account time‑zone differences and propose communication windows that are convenient for all parties. In cases involving multiple jurisdictions or highly technical regulations, we may suggest consulting a correspondent lawyer or local expert to ensure that recommendations are firmly grounded in the relevant practice.
Communication discipline: roles, deadlines, versions
A key ingredient in our work is communication discipline. From the outset, we agree who approves documents, who gives final instructions, within what time frame comments on drafts should be sent and how versions are marked.
This simple organisation saves time, resources and energy. In parallel, we continuously monitor procedural deadlines and create internal reminders to avoid surprises. If a deadline is approaching, we will let you know in advance what decision is needed, what impact it has and what options exist.
Working style: simple when possible, firm when necessary
As a working style, we do not try to complicate what can be kept simple. Often, a rigorous analysis of the legal position combined with firm, technical communication to the other party or the authority produces better results – and at a lower cost – than an unnecessary frontal battle.
In other situations, what is required is precisely firmness: correctly sequenced procedural steps, persistence and perseverance. We will state clearly which option we believe in, what the chances are and why. If circumstances change and the strategy has to be adjusted, we will explain transparently why we shift the focus and how the new roadmap looks.
Cost control: phases, caps and reporting
If you have a limited budget or want to actively control costs, please say so from the beginning. We can propose a phased approach, define a minimal package for an initial “test” stage or set caps for the hourly component, with periodic reporting of time spent.
We prefer to prevent unpleasant surprises by openly discussing money rather than postponing necessary conversations. In all cases, you will know what each phase involves, what is included and what is not. If new elements arise that require additional work, you will receive an explanation and an estimate beforehand.
Timeline of facts: the backbone of your case
We encourage you to draft a timeline of relevant facts. Even a simple table with dates, participants, associated documents and short notes is extremely useful both in advisory work and litigation.
If you do not already have such a timeline, we can build it together in the initial phase. It then becomes the “backbone document” of the project and is updated as new elements appear.
Using this tool reduces the risk of omissions and makes arguments more coherent and persuasive.
Deliverables: clear conclusions and recommended actions
In terms of deliverables, you will receive clear, structured documents with explicit conclusions and recommended actions. We avoid ambiguity and overly convoluted presentations. Where an issue is uncertain or disputed in practice, we explicitly indicate the level of risk and possible alternatives.
Our approach is that objectivity is more valuable than circumstantial optimism: good decisions are made with eyes wide open, knowing both the opportunities and the limits of the chosen course.
Honest recommendations and balanced solutions
If, after the initial analysis, we conclude that a different path is more advantageous for you – for example, a negotiated settlement instead of uncertain litigation, an amendment rather than termination of a contract, or a fast administrative route instead of a lengthy court action – we will say this clearly and explain why.
Our role is to obtain the best possible result in the given circumstances, not to push cases into unnecessary procedural paths. The integrity of our recommendations is, in the end, the strongest guarantee of the quality of the collaboration.
Final note: write or call – we take it from here
Ultimately, the most important step is the first contact. Tell us briefly what happened, what you want to achieve and what deadlines you are facing. Send the essential documents. Indicate your preferred communication channel and availability for a short discussion.
From there, we take over: we review the documents, ask the right questions, outline possible courses of action and come back to you as soon as possible with a reply.
If we move forward together, you will know from the start what the mandate looks like, what steps follow, what “success” means in the context of your case and how progress will be measured. The collaboration we propose is built on professionalism, discretion, clear thinking and respect for your time and resources – and all of this starts with an e‑mail or a phone call.
You can contact the law office at any time by phone or e‑mail, and we will respond with the seriousness and responsibility needed for you to make an informed, realistic decision in your own best interest.
Professional identification details
National Union of Romanian Bar Associations (UNBR)
Bucharest Bar
Măglaș Alexandru – Law Office
Fiscal ID (CIF): 38635477