Criminal defence • Tax and administrative litigation • Intellectual property
English-speaking lawyer in Bucharest for criminal defence, tax and administrative litigation
I am attorney Alexandru Măglaș, a Bucharest-based Romanian lawyer. I work with individuals, entrepreneurs and companies in Romania and abroad on criminal defence, disputes with tax authorities and public institutions, and intellectual property conflicts where documents and deadlines matter.
Bucharest Bar • Romanian and English • Work in Bucharest and nationwide
How I can help — in brief
Criminal defence
Defence from the first summons (police/prosecutor) through trial and appeal, with focus on file strategy and procedural safeguards.
Tax disputes
Support in inspections, challenges against assessment decisions, and litigation against tax authorities (ANAF), with a document-driven approach.
Administrative & urban planning
Challenges against administrative acts, permits and urban plans, including urgent measures where a decision risks causing irreversible harm.
For intellectual property (copyright, trademarks, designs, unfair competition), see the dedicated section on the services page: Law office services (including IP).
Who I usually work with
Individuals and families
- People under criminal investigation or already on trial in Romania
- Professionals, executives and public officials facing white-collar or corruption allegations
- Victims of offences who need representation and claims for damages
- Heirs and co-owners in inheritance and property disputes
- Artists, content creators and entrepreneurs who need to protect copyright and trademarks
- Romanian citizens living abroad and foreign nationals with cases in Romania
Companies and entrepreneurs
- Businesses involved in tax inspections and disputes with Romanian tax authorities
- Companies affected by administrative acts issued by city halls or central authorities
- Owners and developers in urban planning and building-permit litigation
- Start-ups and established businesses protecting IP portfolios and know-how
- Foreign investors who need a local point of contact in Bucharest for courts and authorities
Main practice areas
Criminal defence in Bucharest and nationwide
I provide criminal defence from the first interaction with the prosecutor’s office or police through trial and appeal. The work covers hearings, pre-trial chamber, preventive measures (detention, judicial control, bail), trial strategy, appeals and extraordinary remedies, with the objective of correcting procedural errors and building a credible defence based on the file.
Tax law and administrative litigation
In tax law, I assist individuals and companies in dealing with inspections, assessment decisions and complex VAT or income-tax issues. Work includes drafting challenges, representation before ANAF and litigation before administrative courts. In administrative and urban planning law, I help clients challenge unlawful administrative acts, building permits, urban plans and public-authority decisions affecting property, business activity or fundamental rights.
Property and inheritance disputes
I handle inheritance disputes, division of property, title issues and conflicts between co-owners. When property issues overlap with tax, administrative or criminal aspects, the approach is integrated so that the solution works both legally and practically (registrations, enforcement and long-term risk control).
- Succession and inheritance in Romania: step-by-step guide
- Correcting land book errors and title problems (owners abroad)
Intellectual property and media
For authors, artists, content creators and businesses, I provide assistance in copyright and industrial property matters: contracts, trademark protection strategies and litigation regarding infringement, unfair competition and misappropriation of creative work. The aim is to protect both the legal position and the client’s long-term interests and reputation.
Why clients choose this law office
- Focused workload. I work on a limited number of files so I can allocate time for analysis and preparation.
- Strategy-first approach. I work with scenarios, risks and realistic outcomes so you know early what is achievable.
- Clear communication. You receive explanations in Romanian or English, with concrete next steps, timelines and options.
- Documentation-based work. Opinions and strategy are built on file documents, applicable legislation and relevant case-law, not on generalities.
- Long-term perspective. The objective is to solve the current problem and reduce future legal and procedural risks.
How the collaboration works in practice
- Initial contact. You send an email or WhatsApp message with a short summary of your situation, key dates (hearings, deadlines, limitation periods) and, if possible, scans of essential documents (summons, indictment, decision, contract, tax decision, administrative act).
- Preliminary assessment. I briefly review the information to see whether I can realistically help and what the urgency is. In some situations, the first advice is simply to avoid a procedural mistake in the next few days.
- Scheduling the first consultation. If the case fits the office’s profile, an initial consultation is scheduled (in person in Bucharest or online). We clarify the factual situation, discuss the legal framework and outline the main strategic options.
- Mandate and fees. If we agree to work together, the mandate and fee structure are agreed transparently, in line with Romanian law and the professional rules of the Bar. You will know what is included, what is not and when fees are due.
- Ongoing work and updates. As the file progresses, you receive updates on important procedural acts, hearings and decisions. Important documents are discussed in advance so you know what to expect and what each step means in practice.
For more context about fees and how they are typically structured, you can also see the legal fees page.
Practical guides you can read before contacting a lawyer
The lawyer blog contains detailed articles on Romanian criminal, tax and administrative law, written for people who want to understand what is actually at stake in their case. A few examples in English:
- How long does a civil or criminal trial really take in Romania, and how much does it actually cost?
- How to hire a criminal defence lawyer in Bucharest
- How to find a lawyer in Bucharest: practical guide
- Computer searches in Romania: how to protect your digital data
- The criminal offence of fraud: legislative and case-law analysis
These guides do not replace individual legal advice, but they help you understand the context and prepare better questions for your consultation.
Frequently asked questions
Can you help me if I do not live in Bucharest?
Yes. Files can be managed in courts and before authorities throughout Romania. A large part of the work (consultations, document review, strategy discussions) can take place by email, phone or video call. When physical presence is needed (hearings, searches, inspections), travel is discussed and agreed transparently.
Do you work in English?
Yes. Communication can take place in Romanian or English, including consultations, document review and preparation for hearings. Many clients are foreign nationals or Romanians who live abroad and prefer to discuss their case in English.
What types of cases do you usually handle?
The main focus is on criminal defence (including economic crime and complex Criminal Code offences), disputes with tax authorities, administrative and urban planning litigation, and intellectual property. I also handle related civil and commercial disputes when they are connected to these core areas.
How much does it cost to hire a lawyer in Bucharest?
Fees depend on the type of case, the stage of the proceedings, the volume of documents and the time and resources required. Fees are agreed with each client. See the legal fees page or request an estimate after sending basic information and essential documents.
How do I schedule an initial consultation?
You can send an email to alexandru@maglas.ro or call +40 756 248 777, briefly describing your situation and any deadlines (upcoming hearing, inspection, limitation period). After a preliminary assessment, you will receive a reply with available dates, format (in person or online) and the conditions for the consultation.
Contact — Law Office, Bucharest
Măglaș Alexandru – Law Office (Bucharest)
Bucharest Bar – Romania
Address: Str. Emil Gârleanu, nr. 4, Sector 3, 031143, Bucharest, Romania
Tel: +40 756 248 777
E-mail: alexandru@maglas.ro
Consultations are held by appointment only. In your first message, please include your full name, a phone number, a short description of the situation and any urgent deadlines.
The information on this page is of a general nature and does not represent legal advice. Each case has its own particularities and must be analysed individually based on the documents and the legislation in force at the time of assessment.