Gherson Solicitors LLP has strengthened its sanctions practice with the addition of Liliya Akhmadullina, a seasoned expert in compliance and regulatory matters.
- Liliya brings extensive experience from her previous roles at Peters & Peters and Vigeo EIRIS, offering a wealth of knowledge in multi-jurisdictional compliance.
- Her qualifications from both England & Wales and Russia allow her to provide valuable insights and advice to multinational corporations and institutional investors.
- Liliya’s appointment is part of Gherson’s ongoing expansion, with several strategic hires in recent months across various departments.
- Roger Gherson, founding partner, highlights the significance of Liliya’s expertise in benefiting both clients and colleagues at the firm.
In a strategic move to enhance its capabilities, Gherson Solicitors LLP has welcomed Liliya Akhmadullina to its team, focusing on sanctions practice. This appointment underscores the firm’s commitment to bolstering its expertise in handling complex compliance issues across multiple jurisdictions.
Liliya Akhmadullina’s career is marked by her significant contributions to the business crime department at Peters & Peters, where she played a pivotal role in managing compliance and sanctions cases that traverse international boundaries. Her tenure at Vigeo EIRIS further enriched her experience, as she advised multinational corporations and institutional investors on responsible investment strategies, compliance procedures, and regulatory frameworks.
Dual-qualified in England & Wales and Russia, Liliya possesses a unique perspective on legal matters, which is invaluable in navigating the intricacies of international law. Her previous roles also include working as a legal counsel for the United Nations Development Program in Moscow and contributing to a human rights NGO in the Czech Republic. These experiences have equipped her with a broad understanding of both the legal and human aspects of compliance issues.
Gherson’s recent growth strategy has seen the firm making several key appointments across its departments. The inclusion of Liliya is part of this broader expansion agenda, which recently saw the addition of professionals like Hava Rosenfeld, Cong Gao, Mayuri Manjula, and Kamilla Keleman to various teams. These strategic hires are aimed at strengthening Gherson’s offerings in white-collar crime, litigation, arbitration, and immigration services.
Founding Partner Roger Gherson has expressed enthusiasm about Liliya’s addition to the firm. “Liliya is a welcome addition to our dynamic and growing firm. Her vast experience advising individuals, businesses, and governments on their multi-jurisdictional compliance and regulatory matters is an indispensable asset to both our clients and colleagues alike,” he stated.
Gherson’s strategic appointments, including that of Liliya Akhmadullina, reinforce its dedication to expanding its legal expertise and client services.
