Joanna Cłapka
About Joanna Cłapka
Joanna Cłapka serves as Legal Counsel and Head of Corporate Services at UBS in Cracow, Poland, where she has worked since 2020. She has a background in law with experience at Deloitte Legal and specializes in contracts governed by English law, particularly in the areas of Fintech and M&A transactions.
Work at UBS
Joanna Cłapka has been serving as Legal Counsel and Head of Corporate Services, Digital, IP & Data, and GFL Legal K (AD) at UBS since 2020. Based in Cracow, Małopolskie, Poland, she provides legal support on Fintech and M&A transactions, with a focus on emerging technology and third-party risk management. Her role involves collaborating with external law firms to ensure comprehensive legal support and compliance, as well as participating in the roll-out of projects and policies aimed at adapting to changes in law and regulations.
Previous Experience at Deloitte Legal
Prior to her current position at UBS, Joanna Cłapka worked as an Attorney At Law at Deloitte Legal from 2014 to 2019. During her five years at the firm, she gained experience in various legal matters, contributing to her expertise in corporate services and compliance. Her tenure at Deloitte Legal provided her with a solid foundation in legal practices and client management.
Education and Expertise
Joanna Cłapka has a diverse educational background in law and business. She earned her Master's degree in Law from the University of Wroclaw, completing her studies from 2004 to 2009. Additionally, she studied Information Security in Administration and Business at Jagiellonian University from 2020 to 2021. She has also completed specialized programs, including a miniMBA for in-house lawyers from Research and Markets in 2022 and the IT/AI Winter Law School at Kozminski Executive Business School in 2021.
Legal Specializations
Joanna Cłapka specializes in contracts governed by English law, including UMA, UMAO, and Services Agreements. Her legal expertise extends to providing support for Fintech and M&A transactions, focusing on emerging technologies and third-party risk management. She is also involved in adapting projects and policies to comply with evolving legal regulations, emphasizing process simplification and automation.
Bar Exam and Professional Development
Joanna Cłapka achieved her Bar Exam in 2015 after studying at the District Chamber of Legal Advisers in Wrocław from 2013 to 2015. This qualification has enabled her to practice law effectively and contribute to her roles in corporate legal services. Her continuous professional development is evident through her various studies and certifications in law and business.