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Kseniia Kochneva

Lawyer

I’m a California-licensed attorney with 8 years of international experience in corporate law and venture capital transactions. I specialize in helping startups secure funding, navigate legal complexities, and expand globally.

Areas of Expertise

VC & Startups
Corporate Transactions
International Business

Client Testimonials

“Roman is a valuable member of our team. As we work in a rapidly changing industry, we need a lawyer who will be our forward-looking fiduciary willing and able to work with uncertainty. And that's exactly who Roman is.”

Mike Brusov
CEO, Founder
Cindicator

"Roman helped us a lot with our business efforts in Russia. We relied on his advice from day one and can certainly recommend him as a go-to counsel when it comes to joint ventures and acquisitions in Russia."

Bram van Noordenne
Legal Counsel
Damen Shipyards Group

“We are more than comfortable working with Roman knowing that our clients are in the best hands in Russia.”

Cagatay Yilmaz
Managing Partner
Yilmaz Law Offices (Turkey)

“Evgeny did great work for Ambronite regarding our US trademark registration. Always promptly completed agreed tasks on time. Evgeny also demonstrated ability explaining complicated topics in an easily understandable manner. Highly recommended!”

Mikko Ikola
Co-founder
Ambronite

“Evgeny was phenomenal in assisting my business in trademarking our name. He answered every question I had and demonstrated great knowledge and attention to detail. He is definitely a master at his craft. My trademark got approved thanks to him, thank you Evgeny!”

Edwin Soyfer
CEO, Founder
The Car Guys

More about Kseniia

My goal is to handle the legal hurdles so clients can focus on creating and innovating. I have successfully guided numerous startups in app development, food delivery, and AI through various funding rounds, including Series Seed, Series A, and bridge financing. I have also developed and implemented corporate policies for global companies in IT, FoodTech, energy, and education. My expertise lies in navigating complex regulatory landscapes, helping businesses meet international standards and avoid legal pitfalls to ensure smooth operations. I have designed efficient document templates and streamlined documentation processes for over 15 companies, enabling them to handle operational tasks independently and thus reduce the need for constant legal intervention. I have also led seminars and workshops on legal risks and compliance strategies, empowering over 100 startup founders with the knowledge to mitigate risks and succeed in their ventures.

On a personal note, I’m an adventurous lawyer-nerd and world traveler originally from Western Siberia, having visited over 40 countries. I have a deep passion for figure skating, horse riding, journaling, and watercolor painting. I also run my own online book and creative writing club, fostering a love for literature and creative expression.

Education

  • LL.M., International Business Practice, University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law (USA) ‘22
  • LL.M., Civil Law and Private International Law, St. Petersburg State University (Russia) ‘18