Czech Community Events in New York

I am a highly-qualified lawyer with a substantial more than 18 years’ experience in European, International, U.S., Russian and Czech Law. My on-going work as a practicing attorney, licensed both in Russia and the Czech Republic, Member of the International Council for Commercial Arbitration (ICCA), my second graduate degree in World Economy and English and my postgraduate LL.M. degree in U.S. Law from the Ohio State University Moritz College of Law, U.S., are directly related to cross-border problem-solving, including International Trade, Tax, Banking, Corporate, Bankruptcy, International Intellectual Property, Immigration Law, Arbitration, commercial transactions, regulatory issues regarding domestic and international product distribution, marketing and promotion, consumer protection regulation, competition law, corporate, legal and data compliance, privacy and data protection, GDPR, law enforcement, anti-corruption and bribery, legislation analyzing and risk mitigation, eDiscovery. Being the Head of Corporate Business Legal Support Division and Deputy Head of Legal Department of Absolut Bank (the former Russian affiliate of KBC Group), I received an extensive multinational multitask/ multiproject program managment experience at large international financial group (KBC Group). After leaving Absolut Bank, being the Head Partner of my own international law firm, I continue my legal practice in the relevant areas working for my clients, including large international corporations. I have knowledge of both the civil law and common law systems and principles, including interdisciplinary issues and international comparative law, great experience in interpretation and application of rules, legal instruments, principles and policies, in conducting legal research and analysis, preparation of legal documents, educational programs, presentations and reports. I have inter alia a progressive experience in HR, budgetary, finance, general administration and other management issues, extensive litigation work experience at the national and international level in the profit international companies. In addition, I have an extensive international development project and grant program experience in EU, more than 6 years’ experience in non-profit sector (legal support of non-profit organizations). I believe that my educational level, working experience, excellent time-, multiprojects/ multitasks-management skills, ability to lead and to work as a part of a team, outstanding research, analytical and writing skills, high professional competence, ability to have a good grasp of related spheres, skills to deal with a wide range of issues both action-oriented and theoretical in a speed way and to compromise efficiently as well as my absorption for legal services work, understanding of different European countries’ legal systems, political, economic and social processes could strongly contribute to the intellectual diversity of any team and your goal realization.

Michaela Vrazdova Romesser graduated from the Faculty of Law at Charles University in Prague, Czech Republic in September 2016. While studying at Charles University, Ms. Vrazdova interned at the Organization for Aid to Refugees in Prague where she managed legal support for clients applying for asylum and subsidiary protection in the Czech Republic. Ms. Vrazdova also interned at the corporate department of an international law firm, Clifford Chance, where she advised on corporate mergers and acquisitions. Ms. Vrazdova won the Best Thesis Award at the Department of Labor Law at Charles University in Prague and won an award from Dentons, an international law firm, for her thesis comparing Covenant not to Compete in the United States and the Czech Republic. During her studies at Charles University, Ms. Vrazdova was selected through a competitive process into an international dual degree program in cooperation with Nova Southeastern University. She graduated from Nova Southeastern University in Florida summa cum laude in May 2018. During her studies, she won the Cali Award for Highest Grade in class in Business Entities, Property, Legal Research and Writing II, and Torts. Ms. Vrazdova passed the New York Bar on October 23, 2018, and was admitted into the Bar on February 25, 2019. Ms. Vrazdova was also a member of Nova Law Review and Moot Court Society. She placed 2nd in the Upperclassmen Feinreider Moot Court competition and her team placed 5th in the U.S. Northeast round of the Jessup International Law Moot Court competition. Ms. Vrazdova was also awarded the Rebecca Knox Public Interest Law Summer Fellowship in her second year of law school. Ms. Vrazdova’s article discussing the admissibility of police reports into evidence under the business record exception to hearsay was published in the National Institute for Trial Advocacy Blog. Ms. Vrazdova is fluent in Czech and Slovak.

Based in New York, the Permanent Mission of the Czech Republic to the United Nations embodies the nation's commitment to advancing global stability and prosperity through multilateral engagement. The Mission operates with a clear mandate: to make the Czech Republic more secure and prosperous by strengthening the United Nations as an effective and efficient organization capable of delivering peace, justice, sustainable development, human rights protections, and humanitarian assistance worldwide. This diplomatic outpost represents the Czech government's values and strategic interests within the international community, working collaboratively with fellow UN member states to address pressing global challenges. The Mission's dedicated personnel engage constructively in complex international negotiations, explain the Czech Republic's positions on critical issues, and build meaningful relationships with other nations to advance shared objectives. Through organizing educational seminars, presentations, and strategic discussions, the Mission works to raise awareness of Czech priorities and secure international support for the nation's diplomatic agenda. The team's involvement spans the full spectrum of UN activities, from Security Council deliberations to specialized programs focused on development, peacekeeping, and humanitarian aid. Serving the New York-based international community, the Mission demonstrates the Czech Republic's active participation in global governance and its belief in multilateralism as a pathway to addressing transnational challenges that require coordinated international response.

Representing the Government of the Czech Republic in New York, NY, the Consulate General serves as a vital bridge between Czech citizens and the broader Czech diaspora across the northeastern United States. This diplomatic office embodies the Czech Republic's commitment to supporting its citizens abroad while fostering cultural exchange and mutual understanding between nations. The Consulate General's mission extends far beyond routine administrative functions. It stands ready to assist Czech citizens facing difficult circumstances, from emergency passport issuance to compassionate support during times of crisis. The office takes pride in maintaining personal connections with the community it serves, offering direct consultations and personalized guidance on matters ranging from citizenship verification to family-related concerns. By providing legalization services and document authentication, the Consulate General facilitates important connections between individuals, families, and institutions across borders. Serving Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and Vermont, this New York, NY-based office represents Czech interests and values throughout the region. The Consulate General actively promotes Czech culture, traditions, and national identity while supporting community initiatives and cultural presentations. Through their work, they honor the bonds that connect Czech citizens wherever they may live, ensuring access to essential services and maintaining the cultural heritage that defines the Czech community in America.

Founded in 1867, Sokol New York represents a living legacy of the Sokol movement, brought to America by Czechoslovakian immigrants who believed in the power of physical and community wellness. Serving the New York, NY area for generations, this nonprofit organization continues to honor the Sokol credo through its mission to provide fitness and community for individuals and families via physical, educational, cultural, and social activities. The name "Sokol" itself—meaning falcon in Czech—symbolizes the qualities of power, endurance, and keen perception that guide the organization's values. What sets Sokol New York apart is its holistic approach to wellness that extends beyond exercise to encompass cultural education, social connection, and personal development. The organization welcomes members of all ages and backgrounds, creating an inclusive environment where families can grow together. With deep historical roots as part of the nationwide American Sokol network, Sokol New York maintains the traditions and values established nearly 160 years ago while remaining responsive to the contemporary needs of the New York community. The greeting "Nazdar"—meaning "on to success"—reflects the organization's forward-looking spirit and commitment to helping each member achieve their personal best through community support and shared purpose.