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Elena Chaban

Hemel Hempstead,England

Summary

UK-qualified solicitor (without a practising certificate, currently on maternity leave) and an advocate in Ukraine, with legal
experience since 2014. The main areas of practice include corporate law, tax law, international taxation, and commercial
contracts.
Has advised international clients and supported businesses with cross-border structuring, contract negotiation, and tax
planning — particularly across the EU, UK, Middle East, and Asia. Experience spans both in-house and private practice
work, with a strong focus on compliance, company formation, and legal support for business expansion into new markets.
Currently based in London, with continued development in international taxation and plans to pursue the ADIT qualification.
Open to in-house opportunities where legal and commercial insight can support internationally focused teams.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

International Lawyer

GDM, TN
05.2019 - Current

Advised international clients on corporate, commercial, and tax matters, with a focus on cross-border business and international tax planning across the EU, Middle East, and Asia.
• Managed incorporation and legal maintenance of foreign companies
• Drafted and negotiated commercial and corporate contracts
• Coordinated with local counsel in multiple jurisdictions
• Identified and onboarded legal partners in new markets
• Supported business expansion and compliance efforts globally

Legal Counsel

SMO-Group (now Oximio)
12.2017 - 05.2019

Worked across jurisdictions including the EU (UK and Hungary), Turkey, and Africa.
• Provided legal advice on corporate, commercial, IP, tax, and international law
• Drafted license agreements, MSAs, and internal corporate documents
• Led international tax planning and business structuring matters
• Conducted legal research and drafted business action plans
• Assisted with dispute resolution and compliance with international regulations (GDPR, BEPS, GxP, etc.)

Legal Adviser

DIMICANDUM Advocate Association
06.2017 - 06.2018

• Advised clients on corporate, commercial, and IP law
• Drafted and reviewed bilingual contracts for legal accuracy
• Represented clients in court proceedings (claims, appeals, objections)
• Conducted legal due diligence and coordinated with public agencies

Legal Counsel

Asset Management Company "Excelsior"
08.2015 - 05.2017

• Provided full legal support to the company’s operations and transactions
• Drafted and negotiated various contracts, including bilingual agreements
• Advised on corporate governance and foreign economic activity
• Represented the company in litigation and conducted legal due diligence

Student Assistant

Office of the State Bailiff Service
Kyiv, Ukraine
01.2015 - 06.2015

• Assisted in enforcement proceedings and preparation of legal documents
• Responded to citizen claims and supported procedural tasks

Education

Master of Law - Law

Kyiv National Economic University
Kyiv, Ukraine
09.2010 - 06.2015

Skills

Legal Expertise

International tax planning & structuring
Cross-border business operations
Legal research & analysis

Soft Skills
Cross-cultural collaboration
Strategic thinking
Adaptability in fast-paced environments

Certification

Advocate, Ukraine (since 2022)

Solicitor, the UK (since 2024)

Languages

English
Fluent
Ukrainian
Native
Russian
Native

Timeline

International Lawyer

GDM, TN
05.2019 - Current

Legal Counsel

SMO-Group (now Oximio)
12.2017 - 05.2019

Legal Adviser

DIMICANDUM Advocate Association
06.2017 - 06.2018

Legal Counsel

Asset Management Company "Excelsior"
08.2015 - 05.2017

Student Assistant

Office of the State Bailiff Service
01.2015 - 06.2015

Master of Law - Law

Kyiv National Economic University
09.2010 - 06.2015
Elena Chaban