Bilyana Topalova
Sofia
Summary
Seasoned legal professional with comprehensive background in Corporate and Contract Law, Employment, Personal Data, E-commerce and Consumer Protection Law. More than 10 years of multinational experience in external and in-house counseling. Demonstrated strengths in managing legal aspects of business transactions, ensuring compliance with regulations, and providing strategic advice to stakeholders. Proven abilities in team leadership, negotiation, and conflict resolution. Currently on maternity leave which is about to end soon.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head of Legal Department
Remix by ThredUP
Sofia
09.2022 - Current
- Directing the legal department in providing advice and guidance on a wide range of corporate matters.
- Developing, implementing, and maintaining policies, procedures, and practices to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Assisting in the development of strategies to reduce potential liabilities associated with business transactions.
- Coordinating the implementation of new legislation that affects the company's operations.
- Demonstrating leadership skills through inspiring others towards achieving organizational goals.
- Managed external counsels for litigation cases including contract disputes, intellectual property rights protection, employment law issues, mergers and acquisitions activities.
Legal Counsel
Remix by ThredUP
Sofia
03.2019 - 09.2022
- Provided legal advice and support to business units on contractual, regulatory and compliance matters.
- Drafted, negotiated, and reviewed a variety of commercial contracts, such as service agreements, leases, and purchase orders, as well as company policies and terms and conditions.
- Conducted research on complex legal issues related to the company's operations and industry regulations.
- Advised senior management on corporate governance matters including board resolutions and director responsibilities.
- Assisted in the preparation of documents necessary for mergers, acquisitions or divestitures involving the company.
- Represented the company in numerous court cases and institutional inspections.
- Performed the role of a data protection officer.
Attorney-at-Law
Petrova and Abadzhiev Law Firm
Sofia
11.2014 - 02.2019
- Represented local and international clients in court proceedings such as hearings, trials, mediations, arbitrations, and depositions.
- Main areas of practice: Commercial Law, Insolvency Law, Property Law, Employment Law.
- Advised clients, fostering informed understanding of legal rights and obligations.
- Advised foreign clients on legal matters related to their investments in Bulgaria.
- Collaborated with legal teams, paralegals, and administrative staff to coordinate case preparation and manage workload efficiently.
- Managed a team of three junior associates who inherited my domain after I left.
Court Clerk
International Arbitration Court at the Legal Interaction Alliance
Sofia
08.2013 - 11.2014
- Provided administrative support to the court staff by preparing and filing legal documents.
- Organized and maintained a large database of records, including case files, court dockets, and other related materials.
- Coordinated with attorneys, judges, clerks of court and other personnel to ensure smooth running of court proceedings.
- Assisted in data entry for all incoming cases into the computer system.
- Greeted visitors entering the courthouse and provided assistance as needed.
- Tracked cases and managed electronic and physical records, creating new case files, entering filings, hearings, trials and judgments and closing cases when complete.
Law Intern
New Orleans Federal Court, Eastern District of Lousiana
New Orleans
03.2013 - 06.2013
- Attended court proceedings to observe lawyers' arguments and courtroom procedures.
- Drafted memoranda summarizing the research findings.
- Conducted research on relevant laws, regulations and court decisions.
- Reviewed and analyzed legal documents to identify potential issues.
Legal Intern
Sofia Regional Court
Sofia
10.2011 - 10.2012
- Researched case law and conducted legal research using various resources.
- Assisted in the preparation of trial materials such as jury instructions and exhibits.
- Observed courtroom proceedings and strategy meetings to gain practical legal experience.
Legal Assistant
Raicheva, Simeonova & Srandev Law Firm
Sofia
10.2008 - 11.2010
- Assisted with document production and deposition preparation.
- Proofread drafts of legal documents for accuracy in grammar and punctuation.
- Provided administrative support to attorneys by managing calendars; scheduling appointments; organizing files; preparing correspondence; filing court documents; and obtaining necessary signatures.
- Greeted clients upon arrival at office and provided assistance as needed.
- Scanned physical documents into electronic format for storage in a secure database system.
Education
CIPP/E - Privacy
International Association of Privacy Professionals
03-2022
Master of Laws - Law
Sofia University "St.Kliment Ohridsky"
Sofia06-2013
Skills
- Strategic Thinking
- Dispute Resolution
- Business Acumen
- Regulatory knowledge
- Attention to detail
- Excellent communication skills
- Creative and Critical Thinking
- Multitasking
- Workflow Management
- Policy Development
- Budget Planning
- Corporate and business legal issues
- Commercial litigation experience
- Arbitration and litigation
- Agreement drafting
- Intellectual Property Law
- Employment Law
- Consumer Protection and Privacy
Certification
- CIPP/E Certificate issued by IAPP
- Leadership training certificate - Remix Lead Academy by Helical Dynamix
- Cambridge International Legal English Certificate
- Data Protection Officer Certificate issued by Expert Events Ltd.
Languages
Bulgarian
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Spanish
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Timeline
Head of Legal Department
Remix by ThredUP
09.2022 - Current
Legal Counsel
Remix by ThredUP
03.2019 - 09.2022
Attorney-at-Law
Petrova and Abadzhiev Law Firm
11.2014 - 02.2019
Court Clerk
International Arbitration Court at the Legal Interaction Alliance
08.2013 - 11.2014
Law Intern
New Orleans Federal Court, Eastern District of Lousiana
03.2013 - 06.2013
Legal Intern
Sofia Regional Court
10.2011 - 10.2012
Legal Assistant
Raicheva, Simeonova & Srandev Law Firm
10.2008 - 11.2010
- CIPP/E Certificate issued by IAPP
- Leadership training certificate - Remix Lead Academy by Helical Dynamix
- Cambridge International Legal English Certificate
- Data Protection Officer Certificate issued by Expert Events Ltd.
CIPP/E - Privacy
International Association of Privacy Professionals
Master of Laws - Law
Sofia University "St.Kliment Ohridsky"
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