![]() Denis DorofeevPartner FD Advisory LLP
SummaryDenis Dorofeev is a seasoned lawyer with a strong background in International Trade and Investment Law. Originally qualified in Russia with an LLM in International Trade Law in 2001, he gained extensive experience advising Western clients on foreign investments into Russia during the early 2000s. He also handled complex international trade and investment transactions beyond Russia. Following unlawful attacks on Hermitage Capital and Firestone Duncan, where he worked as part of the Moscow office, and the illegal arrest of his colleague Sergey Magnitsky, Denis Dorofeev immigrated to the UK in 2008. Over the past 15 years, Denis shifted his legal practice towards representing founders of various startups, primarily in the internet sector, at different stages of growth, from angel investments to series A, B, and C investments. He has worked with startups across the US, Europe, and Middle Asia, gaining extensive experience in multijurisdictional legal matters. Additionally, Denis Dorofeev has assisted numerous clients with market entries and exits, as well as complex international trade transactions. A significant part of his practice is devoted to cross-border regulatory compliance, anti-money laundering, and sanctions. Key Expertise:
Language Skills: Russian, English, French |