Legal Terms

These Legal Terms & Conditions (“Document”) is issued by Mararu & Mararu S.C.A., a Romanian law firm registered with the Bucharest Bar and the Ilfov Bar under Law No. 51/1995 for the organisation and practice of the lawyer’s profession, with its professional office registered at 11f Carpatilor St., 075100 Otopeni, Romania, Fiscal Identification Code (CIF) and VAT Reg. No. RO16166825 (“Firm”, “we”, “us”), and applicable to any individual or entity (“User”, “you”) accessing or using the website lawinspace.com (“Site”), including its webpages, user accounts, memberships, blog subscriptions, comments, bookings for consultations, and legal services. 

 

This Document constitutes a legally binding agreement governing your use of the Site, the provision and reception of legal services, and our data practices, encompassing the Terms of Use, Long-Distance Legal Assistance Agreement, Acceptable Use Policy, Privacy Policy, and Cookie Policy.

 

By accessing or using the Site, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Document, including all applicable laws and regulations, such as Law No. 51/1995, the Statute of the Legal Profession, and Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (GDPR). If you do not agree, you must immediately cease using the Site and our services.

 

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### 1. Definitions

 

1.1 “Site” refers to lawinspace.mararu.com, including all webpages, subdomains, and associated services. 

1.2 “User” refers to any individual or entity accessing the Site, including account holders, subscribers, and clients.  

1.3 “Legal Services” include consultations (phone or online) and specialized legal services such as space-driven technology company incorporation, astronomy club/NGO registration, patent registration or defense, GDPR audits, and air, telecom and space law compliance (e.g., ANCOM, ROSA, UNOOSA).  

1.4 “Content” includes all text, images, logos, articles, and materials on the Site, such as those on Crew, Services, Blog, News, and Legal Articles webpages.  

1.5 “User Content” includes comments, data, or materials you submit to the Site.

 

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### 2. Terms of Use

 

2.1 Scope of Use  

 

2.1.1 You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use the Site for personal, informational purposes. You are not authorized or licensed to reproduce or use the Site for any other purposes.  

2.1.2 Content on the Site, including Blog, News, and Legal Articles, is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Users should seek independent legal counsel for specific matters.

 

2.2 User Accounts and Memberships  

 

2.2.1 To access memberships, blog subscriptions, or book Legal Services, you must create an account by providing accurate, complete, and current information (e.g., name, email, phone, domicile). You are solely responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities under your account.  

2.2.2 We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account for misuse, provision of false information, or violation of this Document, without prior notice or liability, per Law No. 51/1995, Art. 27.

 

2.3 Blog Subscriptions and Comments  

 

2.3.1 Blog subscriptions, whether free or paid, provide access to updates. Paid subscriptions auto-renew monthly unless canceled through your account or by emailing touchdown@lawinspace.com. No refunds are available for subscription fees. Free subscriptions may have limited features and can be canceled without cost.  

2.3.2 Users may post comments on blog posts. Comments must be lawful, respectful, and non-infringing. We reserve the right to moderate, edit, or remove comments that violate this Document, harm our reputation, or infringe third-party rights, per the Statute of the Legal Profession, Art. 2431.

 

2.4 Acceptable Use Policy 

 

2.4.1 You agree not to: 

   (a) Use the Site for any unlawful purpose or in violation of any local, national, or international law, including GDPR and EU Dual-Use Regulation 2021/821;  

   (b) Post or transmit any content that is defamatory, obscene, threatening, or otherwise objectionable;  

   (c) Interfere with or disrupt the Site’s functionality, including introducing viruses or malicious code;  

   (d) Impersonate any person or entity, or misrepresent your affiliation;  

   (e) Engage in activities that harm the Firm’s reputation, such as posting false or misleading comments;  

   (f) Violate the intellectual property rights of the Firm or third parties.  

2.4.2 Violation of this policy may result in immediate suspension or termination of your access to the Site, without liability to the Firm, and may lead to legal action where applicable.

 

2.5 Intellectual Property Rights  

 

2.5.1 All Content on the Site, including text, logos, artwork, photographs, and designs, is the exclusive property of the Firm or its licensors, protected by Romanian and international copyright laws, including the Copyright Law of Romania. Our trademarks, including “One Client, One Solution” and “Mararu & Mararu Lawyers,” are registered legal service marks of the Firm. Unauthorized use, reproduction, or distribution of any Content or trademarks is strictly prohibited.  

2.5.2 By submitting User Content (e.g., comments), you grant the Firm a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual license to use, reproduce, modify, and display such content for the purpose of operating and improving the Site, subject to our Privacy Policy.

 

2.6 Third-Party Links 

 

2.6.1 The Site may contain links to third-party websites not controlled by the Firm. We do not endorse or warrant the accuracy, timeliness, or suitability of such third-party content, products, or services. Use of third-party sites is at your own risk.

 

2.7 Limitation of Liability 

 

2.7.1 The Site and Legal Services are provided “as is” and “as available,” without warranties of any kind, express or implied, including warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement. The Firm does not warrant that the Site will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free from viruses or other harmful components.  

2.7.2 To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Firm shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to loss of profits, data, or goodwill, arising from or related to your use of the Site or the Firm’s Legal Services, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.  

2.7.3 The Firm’s total liability, whether in contract, tort, or otherwise, shall be limited to the amount of fees actually received, following your payment, by the Firm for the specific service giving rise to the claim, minus any payment processor or bank commissions for your payment and for our refund, and shall only extend to cases of direct intention, per Article 1355 of the Romanian Civil Code.

 

2.8 Indemnification  

 

2.8.1 You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Firm, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, or expenses, including reasonable legal fees, arising out of or related to your use of the Site, violation of this Document, or infringement of any third-party rights, including intellectual property rights.

 

2.9 Termination  

 

2.9.1 The Firm may, at its sole discretion, suspend or terminate your access to the Site or any services, with or without notice, for any violation of this Document, including but not limited to misuse of the Site, failure to comply with KYC requirements, or posting prohibited content.  

2.9.2 Upon termination, your right to access the Site, your account and any associated services will cease immediately. The Firm may discontinue services with 30 days’ written notice, refunding any unused fees, minus commissions, per Law No. 51/1995, Art. 28.  

2.9.3 Sections of this Document that by their nature should survive termination (e.g., Limitation of Liability, Indemnification, Governing Law) shall remain in effect.

 

2.10 Governing Law and Dispute Resolution  

 

2.10.1 This Document shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Romania, without regard to its conflict of law principles.  

2.10.2 Any disputes arising out of or relating to this Document or your use of the Site shall be resolved exclusively in the courts of Bucharest District 1 Court, Romania. You irrevocably submit to the jurisdiction of such courts and waive any objection to venue or inconvenient forum.  

2.10.3 Class Action Waiver: You agree that any dispute resolution proceedings will be conducted only on an individual basis and not in a class, consolidated, or representative action. You waive any right to participate in a class action lawsuit or class-wide arbitration against the Firm.  

2.10.4 Prior to initiating legal proceedings, you agree to attempt to resolve disputes informally by contacting us at touchdown@lawinspace.com. If the dispute is not resolved within 30 days, either party may proceed to formal legal action.

 

2.11 Modifications  

 

2.11.1 The Firm reserves the right to modify this Document at any time, with or without notice provided via email or Site posting. Modifications take effect immediately upon notification or posting of the updated Document, unless otherwise stated. Your continued use of the Site after such notice constitutes acceptance of the modified terms.

 

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### 3. Long-Distance Legal Assistance Agreement

 

3.1 Formation of Agreement 

 

3.1.1 This Long-Distance Legal Assistance Agreement (“LAA”) is formed upon your booking of Legal Services through the Site, condition pending our confirmation via email within 1 business day, specifying the scope, assigned lawyer(s), and duration, upon our confirmation constituting a legally binding contract between you and the Firm, per Law No. 51/1995, Art. 28.  

3.1.2 The LAA is executed online via your acceptance on lawinspace.mararu.com, fulfilling the written form requirement under Romanian law, and condition pending our confirmation  via email within 1 business day, specifying the scope, assigned lawyer(s) and duration, per Statute of the Legal Profession, Art. 122. No other communication, statement or implied statement that would not include our express and written confirmation should be construed as establishing a client-attorney relationship between us and you.

 

3.2 Scope of Services 

 

3.2.1 Unless the Law Firm notifies you about a conflict of interest, does not confirm your booking, or cancels the appointment, the Firm, condition pending its written confirmation, shall provide Legal Services as selected by you and thereafter confirmed or clarified in writing by email within one business day since your booking, limited to phone or online consultations. 

3.2.2 The Client acknowledges that all communications, deliverables, and interactions (except as noted in Clause 3.6) occur online, with reasonable lead times for the Firm to consult sources, authorities, or agreements with the Client.  

3.2.3 Any other legal assistance or representation, and any legal assistance and representation before authorities, institutions, agencies, courts or other judicial bodies requires a different agreement, executed via email following direct discussion, per Law No. 51/1995, Art. 28. Online bookings do not cover any representation.

 

3.3 Know Your Client (KYC) Requirements for Paid Online Booking of Legal Consultations

 

3.3.1 You must upload a government-issued identification document at the time of booking: a Romanian Identity Card for Romanian citizens, a Passport for non-residents, or a Residency Card for foreigners in Romania.  

3.3.2 You must provide complete and accurate data, including your full name, domicile address, and phone number, during the booking process.  

3.3.3 If the uploaded ID is unsatisfactory (e.g., poor scan quality, incorrect type), the Firm may request a proper ID within 3 business days. Failure to comply, or if the ID remains unsatisfactory upon review, or if the Firm finds grounds for a conflict of interest, grants the Firm the right to terminate this LAA and refund the retainer within 5 business days, minus PayPal and bank commissions, per Clause 3.5.4.

 

3.4 Client Cooperation 

 

3.4.1 You shall cooperate fully with the Firm, providing correct, complete, and timely data, information, and documentation as requested, per Statute, Art. 122.  

3.4.2 Failure to cooperate may result in delays, incomplete service, or termination of the LAA at the Firm’s discretion, with no liability beyond refund of amounts paid and received, minus commissions, per Clause 3.5.4.

 

3.5 Fees and Payment  

 

3.5.1 You shall pay the retainer fee via PayPal as selected on the Site. Fees are transparent and detailed in a schedule emailed within 2 business days, per Statute, Annex XXXIII, section 7.  

3.5.2 Additional fees (e.g., courier costs, authority fees) shall be invoiced separately and are payable within 5 business days via PayPal.  

3.5.3 The LAA constitutes a title of execution for unpaid fees, enforceable by the competent court per Article 30(5) of Law No. 51/1995.  

3.5.4 In case of termination due to KYC non-compliance (Clause 3.3) or other breaches, the Firm shall refund amounts paid, minus PayPal and bank commissions, within 5 business days.

 

3.6 Deliverables and Intellectual Property  

 

3.6.1 Subject to an addendum to this LAA, any agreed upon Deliverables (e.g., legal opinions, drafts) shall be provided online via email, except for official documents dispatched by express courier at your expense. Delivery timelines account for reasonable consultation of sources, authority lead times, and agreements with you.  

3.6.2 All verbal or written legal opinions, business or technological models, designs, or improvements created during the engagement belong exclusively to the Firm. You are granted a non-exclusive, non-transferable, perpetual license to use these solely for your business purposes, but you may not publish, sell, or assign them to third parties, including subsidiaries or affiliates, without the Firm’s prior written consent.

 

3.7 Professional Secrecy 

 

3.7.1 The Firm shall maintain professional secrecy regarding all aspects of your case, per Article 11 of Law No. 51/1995 and Statute, Art. 8. This obligation is absolute and extends to all Firm personnel and associates, per Statute, Art. 9.

 

3.8 Export Control Compliance  

 

3.8.1 You warrant that Legal Services will not be used for activities violating Romanian or EU export control laws, including EU Dual-Use Regulation 2021/821.  

3.8.2 The Firm may terminate this LAA if your activities risk export control violations, with no liability beyond refund of amounts paid, minus commissions, per Clause 3.5.4.

 

3.9 Trust-Building Provisions  

 

3.9.1 You may request substitution of the assigned lawyer, subject to the Firm’s approval, per Statute, Art. 122.  

3.9.2 The Firm guarantees services are provided by qualified lawyers registered with the Bucharest Bar, per Law No. 51/1995.

 

3.10 Termination of LAA 

 

3.10.1 Either party may terminate the LAA, per Article 28 of Law No. 51/1995, with fees due for services rendered.  

3.10.2 The Firm may terminate unilaterally for non-cooperation, KYC non-compliance, or export control risks, with refund terms per Clause 3.5.4.  

3.10.3 Your unilateral termination does not exempt payment of fees for services rendered or expenses incurred, per Article 28(2) of Law No. 51/1995.

 

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### 4. Privacy Policy

 

4.1 Data Collection  

 

4.1.1 We collect personal data that you have personally submitted via the Site and/or by other electronic communication, including but not limited to:  

   (a) Identity and Contact Data: Name, email, phone, domicile, government-issued ID for KYC purposes during bookings;  

   (b) Usage Data: IP address, browser type, device type information, and Site interactions, collected via cookies and analytics tools;  

   (c) User Content: Comments, inquiries, or documents submitted to the Site;  

   (d) Payment Data: Payment details (e.g., PayPal transaction IDs) for processing fees, but not credit card information, which is handled by PayPal.  

4.1.2 Data is collected to fulfill legal obligations (e.g., KYC under Law No. 51/1995), provide Legal Services, manage accounts, and improve Site functionality. Google's GDPR policies, as data processor of your personal data, are fully applicable (https://cloud.google.com/privacy/gdpr, https://support.google.com/analytics/answer/6004245?hl=en).

 

4.2 Data Use  

 

4.2.1 We, Google and/or Paypal use your data to: 

   (a) Provide and manage Legal Services, including consultations and compliance tasks;  

   (b) Process payments and maintain accounts/subscriptions; 

   (c) Analyze Site usage to enhance user experience;  

   (d) Comply with legal obligations, such as professional secrecy (Law No. 51/1995, Art. 11) and GDPR.  

4.2.2 We may use anonymized data for statistical purposes, ensuring no identifiable information is disclosed.

 

4.3 Data Sharing  

 

4.3.1 We share data with: 

   (a) Service providers (e.g., WIX for hosting, PayPal for payments) under strict confidentiality agreements (automatic, implicit process);  

   (b) Legal authorities or regulators, when required by law (e.g., Romanian Bar, courts);  

   (c) Third parties in the event of a merger, acquisition, or restructuring, with notice to you.  

4.3.2 We do not sell, rent, or otherwise disclose your personal data to third parties for marketing purposes.

 

4.4 Data Security  

 

4.4.1 Through third party providers combined with on-prem NIS2-compliant networks and policies, we strive to have technical and organizational measures implementd to protect your data, including:  

   (a) SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission;  

   (b) Secure storage on EU-based servers with access controls; 

   (c) Regular security audits and updates to mitigate risks. 

4.4.2 Despite these measures, no system is entirely secure. We are not liable for unauthorized access beyond our reasonable control, per Article 1355 of the Romanian Civil Code.

 

4.5 Data Retention  

 

4.5.1 We retain personal data for the duration necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Document or as required by law:  

   (a) KYC data is retained for 5 years post-engagement, per Romanian anti-money laundering regulations;  

   (b) Usage data may be retained for up to 1 year for analytics purposes;  

   (c) Other data is deleted within 30 days of account termination or request, unless legally required to retain it.  

4.5.2 Data that is stored under our exclusive control is securely deleted using industry-standard methods (e.g., overwriting, shredding).

 

4.6 International Data Transfers  

 

4.6.1 Your data is primarily stored and processed within the European Union. If transferred outside the EU (e.g., to US-based service providers like PayPal), we ensure compliance with GDPR through Standard Contractual Clauses or other lawful mechanisms, per Article 46 of GDPR.

 

4.7 Your Data Protection Rights (GDPR Compliance)  

 

4.7.1 As an EU resident, you have the following rights under GDPR:  

   (a) Right to Access: Request copies of your personal data;  

   (b) Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data;  

   (c) Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data, subject to legal obligations;  

   (d) Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your data;  

   (e) Right to Object: Object to processing for legitimate interests or direct marketing;  

   (f) Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format;  

   (g) Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for processing at any time, without affecting prior lawful processing.  

4.7.2 To exercise these rights, contact us at touchdown@lawinspace.com. We will respond within 30 days, extendable by 60 days for complex requests, per Article 12(3) of GDPR.  

4.7.3 You may lodge a complaint with the Romanian National Supervisory Authority for Personal Data Processing (ANSPDCP) if you believe your rights have been violated.

 

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### 5. Cookie Policy

 

5.1 Cookies and Tracking Technologies  

 

5.1.1 We use cookies and similar technologies (e.g., web beacons) to enhance Site functionality and user experience. Cookies are small data files stored on your device.  

5.1.2 Types of cookies we use:  

   (a) Essential Cookies: Necessary for Site operation (e.g., session cookies for logins);  

   (b) Analytics Cookies: Collect usage data (e.g., Google Analytics for traffic analysis);  

   (c) Functionality Cookies: Enable features like saving preferences.  

 

5.2 Purpose of Cookies 

 

5.2.1 Cookies are used to: 

   (a) Authenticate users and maintain session security;  

   (b) Analyze Site performance and user behavior;  

   (c) Personalize your experience (e.g., remembering language settings).  

 

5.3 Managing Cookies  

 

5.3.1 Upon visiting the Site, a cookie consent banner allows you to accept or decline non-essential cookies. You may also manage cookies via your browser settings (e.g., Chrome, Firefox), though disabling essential cookies may impair Site functionality.  

5.3.2 For more information on cookies, visit www.allaboutcookies.org.

 

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### 6. Force Majeure

 

6.1 Neither party shall be liable for any failure or delay in performing obligations under this Document due to events beyond their reasonable control, including but not limited to natural disasters, war, terrorism, government actions, or server outages (force majeure).  

6.2 The affected party shall notify the other within 24 hours of the event and take reasonable steps to mitigate its impact. Obligations shall resume as soon as practicable.

 

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### 7. Entire Agreement

 

7.1 This Document constitutes the entire agreement between you and the Firm, superseding all prior agreements, understandings, or representations, whether written or oral, regarding the subject matter herein.  

7.2 Any amendments to this Document must be in writing and agreed upon by both parties, executed via email or online acceptance on the Site.

 

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### 8. Severability

 

8.1 If any provision of this Document is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, such provision shall be severed, and the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect, to the extent permitted by law.

 

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### 9. Contact Information

 

For inquiries, data rights requests, or disputes, contact:  

Email: touchdown@lawinspace.com 

Phone: +40314215150

Address: 11f Carpatilor St., 075100 Otopeni, Romania

 

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### 10. Acknowledgment

 

By accessing or using the Site, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Document. If you do not agree, you must immediately cease using the Site.