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Tax on transfers from non-relatives in Moldova: what may change

Tax on transfers from non-relatives in Moldova: what may change

A practical guide to the Moldovan discussion about taxing transfers from non-relatives: when a transfer may be income, what documents to keep and how to respond to SFS questions.

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Personal Data Leak After Phishing in Moldova: What a Company Should Do

Personal Data Leak After Phishing in Moldova: What a Company Should Do

A short practical guide for businesses in Moldova: what to do after phishing, how to stop access, preserve evidence, assess personal data risk, and decide whether notifications are needed.

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The risks of hiring a too-cheap lawyer in Moldova: when saving money becomes costly

The risks of hiring a too-cheap lawyer in Moldova: when saving money becomes costly

How to choose a lawyer in Moldova and why the lowest price is not always the best solution: strategy, deadlines, evidence, specialization and contract.

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The Role of Advocacy, Artificial Intelligence and the Future of the Legal Profession: Meeting Law Students

The Role of Advocacy, Artificial Intelligence and the Future of the Legal Profession: Meeting Law Students

Colenco Legal's principal managing partner Aurel Colenco met law faculty students in Chisinau to discuss the role of advocacy, artificial intelligence and the skills future lawyers will need.

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Online Fraud in Moldova: What to Do and When Money Can Be Recovered

Online Fraud in Moldova: What to Do and When Money Can Be Recovered

A practical Moldova guide: what to do after online fraud, when to contact the bank and police, what evidence to preserve, and why refunds are not automatic.

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NDA, NCA and NSA in Moldova: which agreements really protect a business

NDA, NCA and NSA in Moldova: which agreements really protect a business

A practical guide for Moldovan businesses: how NDA, non-compete and non-solicit clauses differ, when they work and which drafting mistakes weaken them.

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VAT on parcels in Moldova: what changes for orders from Temu, Shein, AliExpress and other platforms

VAT on parcels in Moldova: what changes for orders from Temu, Shein, AliExpress and other platforms

A practical guide for buyers in Moldova: how the 150-euro threshold works now, what is expected from 1 October 2026, when VAT can be charged on a parcel and which documents should be kept.

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Online Harassment in Moldova: When Persistent Messages and Tracking Become a Criminal Case

Online Harassment in Moldova: When Persistent Messages and Tracking Become a Criminal Case

Since 14 February 2026, Moldova has Article 169¹ of the Criminal Code on acts of persecution. Signs of stalking, online evidence, sanctions and practical steps.

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Personal Data in Moldova: What Businesses Should Prepare Before August 2026

Personal Data in Moldova: What Businesses Should Prepare Before August 2026

Law No. 195/2024 on personal data protection takes effect on 23 August 2026. This guide explains what businesses in Moldova should check in advance: data mapping, legal bases, individual rights, processors, DPOs and incidents.

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