RAFAL ROGALA
Warsaw,Poland
Summary
Attorney-at-law with 10+ years of in-house legal experience in a multinational professional services environment. I advise on risk and compliance, regulatory matters, commercial contracts, data privacy, and corporate governance across multiple jurisdictions. At PwC, I am responsible for TLP (Tax Legal People line of service), including the implementation and commercialization of technology solutions as well as its implementation adoption in service delivery. I work closely with senior stakeholders, outside counsel, and cross-functional teams, and I am comfortable handling sensitive matters in fast-moving, confidential, and consensus-driven environments. I also bring strong English drafting skills, practical judgement, and a commitment to high professional standards, ethics, and effective legal support.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Manager, In-House Lawyer (Attorney-at-Law)
PricewaterhouseCoopers Polska Sp. z o.o. (PwC)
Warsaw
01.2015 - Current
- Delivered practical legal advice to senior management and business teams, ensuring compliance and alignment in a dynamic international environment.
- Provided guidance on risk and compliance matters, focusing on regulatory, privacy, corporate, and commercial issues.
- Facilitated acquisitions and disposals through comprehensive legal review, risk assessment, and effective stakeholder coordination across jurisdictions.
- Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements for local, regional, and cross-border matters.
- Work closely with outside counsel and internal teams to ensure consistent and efficient legal support.
- Developed model contracts, policies, and internal regulations to enhance compliance and support seamless business operations.
- Led legal support for TLP (Tax Legal People line of service), including the implementation and commercialisation of technology solutions across the firm and within OGC.
- Support the adoption of TLP tools in service delivery.
Attorney-at-Law
Marek Tomczak Legal Consulting
Warsaw
06.2013 - 12.2014
- Advised clients in real estate, IT, and startup sectors on commercial agreements and investments, facilitating informed decision-making and legal compliance.
- Coordinated multidisciplinary project teams to support transactional and operational activities, ensuring alignment with legal requirements and business objectives.
- Advised, prepared and conducted legal proceedings, representing clients in court.
- Prepared comprehensive briefs and reports for senior partners, contributing to strategic decision-making in high-stakes cases.
- Drafted, reviewed, and amended a wide range of legal documents, including contracts, wills, and trusts, to protect client interests.
Attorney-at-Law Apprentice
Tax Care S.A.
06.2012 - 05.2013
- Supported corporate, civil, and labour law matters through contract negotiation and dispute resolution to ensure compliance and mitigate risks.
- Assisted in drafting and reviewing leases and general terms, enhancing clarity in marketing arrangements.
Attorney-at-Law Apprentice
Olejniczak & Richardson sp.k.
12.2010 - 05.2012
- Drafted lease agreements and real estate transfer contracts, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Provided legal support for real estate developers, investors, and international agencies, facilitating successful project execution.
- Assisted in corporate matters and dispute resolution, contributing to effective legal strategies and client satisfaction.
Attorney-at-Law Apprentice
Zaborski Morysiński adwokacka sp.p.
09.2009 - 11.2010
- Advised clients on corporate law, IP and IT law, labour law, dispute resolution, and debt collection to ensure compliance and protect interests.
Education
Postgraduate Studies in Law of New Technologies -
Kozminski University
01-2017
Legal Apprenticeship -
The Warsaw Bar Association of Attorneys-at-Law
01-2014
Postgraduate Studies in Taxes and Tax Law -
University of Warsaw
01-2012
Course in American Law -
University of Florida Levin College of Law / University of Warsaw
01-2012
Master of Law -
University of Warsaw
01-2009
Skills
- Regulatory and cross-border legal work
- Risk and compliance support
- Commercial and corporate contracting
- Data privacy and confidentiality
- Policy drafting and implementation
- Legal operations and project coordination
- Technology procurement and implementation
- Outside counsel coordination
- Senior stakeholder management
- Ethics and professional responsibility
- Training and Development
- Cross-cultural communication
Additional Information
Based in Warsaw, Poland, Admitted to practice law in Poland, an EU Member State, Comfortable working with senior leaders, legal teams, and business professionals across cultures and jurisdictions, Able to handle sensitive, confidential, and high-stakes matters with sound judgment and composure
Languages
Polish
Proficient
C2
English
Proficient
C2
Websites, Portfolios and Profiles
www.linkedin.com/in/rafał-rogala-01a5511a
Training
- Legal MBA, PSPP, 2021-01-01
- Legal Project Management, Agile Lawyer, 2020-01-01
- IT Agreements: Licenses and Copyrights, CPI, 2022-01-01
- IT Contracts – Open Source Software and Open Content Licenses, CPI, 2018-01-01
Certification
- Legal MBA, PSPP, 2021.
- Legal Project Management, Agile Lawyer, 2020.
- IT Agreements: Licenses and Copyrights, CPI, 2022.
- IT Contracts – Open Source Software and Open Content Licenses, CPI, 2018.
Timeline
Senior Manager, In-House Lawyer (Attorney-at-Law)
PricewaterhouseCoopers Polska Sp. z o.o. (PwC)
01.2015 - Current
Attorney-at-Law
Marek Tomczak Legal Consulting
06.2013 - 12.2014
Attorney-at-Law Apprentice
Tax Care S.A.
06.2012 - 05.2013
Attorney-at-Law Apprentice
Olejniczak & Richardson sp.k.
12.2010 - 05.2012
Attorney-at-Law Apprentice
Zaborski Morysiński adwokacka sp.p.
09.2009 - 11.2010
Postgraduate Studies in Law of New Technologies -
Kozminski University
Legal Apprenticeship -
The Warsaw Bar Association of Attorneys-at-Law
Postgraduate Studies in Taxes and Tax Law -
University of Warsaw
Course in American Law -
University of Florida Levin College of Law / University of Warsaw
Master of Law -
University of Warsaw