Sofia Mînzatu is an associate in our Tax and Banking & Finance practices – Luxembourg office
Sofia Mînzatu brings a distinctive edge to both Strelia’s team and its esteemed clientele. With a background rooted in Big4 firms, she excels in courtroom advocacy, strategic restructuring counsel, and skillful management of distressed mergers and acquisitions. Her recent accomplishments span cross-border transaction tax advisory, successful representation in intricate business litigation involving investment funds, tax-efficient cross-border solutions in portfolio and wealth management, and legal advice in the application of new technologies (virtual assets, artificial intelligence). Her clientele comprises a diverse spectrum, including corporate entities and private clients spanning diverse industry sectors.
Education
Sofia's academic journey is underscored by a profound commitment to legal excellence. She holds a Master in European Banking and Financial Law (LL.M.) and a Master in EU and International Tax Law (LL.M.) from the University of Luxembourg. Her foundational legal education includes a Bachelor of Laws from the University of Bucharest. Her legal training is completed with a 2022 CCDL certificate (Complementary Classes in Luxembourg Law). Furthermore, she has broadened her horizons through a 6-month Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) program at the University of Sheffield. As an affirmation of her dedication to staying at the forefront of legal innovation, Sofia successfully completed the Oxford Artificial Intelligence Program at the Saïd Business School, Oxford University (2023).
Admission
Sofia Mînzatu is a member in good standing of the Bucharest Bar since 2004. Additionally, she has registered with the Luxembourg Bar – List IV since 2022.
Affiliations
Bucharest Bar Association, Luxembourg Bar, International Association of Lawyers
Areas of expertise
Office
Luxembourg
Languages
English, French, Italian, Romanian