Tetyana

Tetyana Rudak
Legal Counsel | Advocate (Ukraine)
Aleja Wyścigowa 4/58
Warsaw 02-681
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PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Experienced legal professional with over 10 years of practice in civil, commercial, and
employment law, including in-house and advisory roles. Proven track record in contract drafting
and negotiation, legal risk assessment, and providing business-oriented legal support.

Background includes work with international organizations and direct experience within the
Ryanair group, offering a strong understanding of corporate structures, internal processes, and
cross-border legal environments.

Fluent in English, German, and Polish, with the ability to operate effectively in international and
multicultural settings.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Ryanair (German and Austrian market)

Legal Associate
Dec 2023 – Present

Manage legal claims and oversee end-to-end case handling
Draft and review court documents and alternative dispute resolution submissions
Prepare legal strategies and supporting documentation based on evidence analysis
Communicate with courts, legal representatives, and regulatory bodies
Ensure compliance with internal procedures and service standards
Handle high-volume caseload in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Gain in-depth understanding of internal legal processes and operational structure within
the Ryanair group

Self-employed / Law Practice (Ukraine)

Advocate
Sep 2019 – Dec 2023

Provided legal advice to individuals and businesses in civil, commercial, and
employment law
Drafted, reviewed, and negotiated contracts, including service agreements and
commercial arrangements
Represented clients in court proceedings and pre-trial dispute resolution

Conducted legal risk assessments and developed practical legal solutions
Advised on liability issues and dispute strategies

Federal Ministry of the Interior (Austria) – Austrian Embassy in Kyiv

Assistant to Liaison Officer
Oct 2021 – Mar 2023

Translated legal, judicial, and law enforcement documentation
Supported international cooperation in legal and security matters
Participated in high-level meetings and provided legal-linguistic support
Coordinated delegation visits and cross-border cooperation activities

BDO Business Services

Knowledge Manager
Nov 2019 – Mar 2020

Developed and implemented knowledge management strategies
Delivered internal training and advisory support
Built internal processes for knowledge sharing and team development

King Danylo University

Vice-Rector for International Affairs
Aug 2015 – Aug 2019

Head of International Department
May 2015 – Aug 2019

Managed international partnerships and institutional cooperation
Led strategic projects, including grant funding and international programs
Supervised teams and coordinated cross-border initiatives
Negotiated agreements with foreign institutions

Forstwirtschaft Kara e.G. (Germany)

Legal Advisor / Representative
Dec 2013 – May 2015

Advised on commercial transactions and liability issues
Drafted and negotiated contracts
Developed legal strategies and assessed litigation risks
Represented the company in negotiations

EDUCATION
LL.M. Eur., University of Würzburg (Germany), 2007–2010
Master’s Degree, International Economic Relations, Ivan Franko National University of
Lviv, 2003–2007

QUALIFICATIONS
Licensed Advocate, Member of the Ukrainian National Bar Association

LANGUAGES
Ukrainian – Native
English – Fluent
German – Fluent
Polish – Fluent

KEY SKILLS
Contract drafting and negotiation
Civil, commercial, and employment law
Legal risk assessment
Litigation and dispute resolution
Corporate legal support
Stakeholder communication
Cross-border legal environments