I am a qualified Russian lawyer specialising in different aspects of maritime law with a strong academic background. I obtained an LLB degree in Private Law from the Higher School of Economics, Moscow (with distinction), and an LLM in Shipping Law from the University of Cape Town (best postgraduate student in shipping law). I have practical experience in consultancy, primarily dealing with international shipping matters involving Russian specifics, and the academic sphere. I have a strong knowledge of both Russian and common maritime law.My expertise spans from representing clients in Russian state courts and international arbitration to handling arrests and drafting international shipping and trade contracts. I am deeply passionate about maritime law and committed to advancing the field through both practical application and academic discourse. My current academic interest is the arrest of ships.Feel free to connect with me for discussions on maritime law, academic collaboration, or professional opportunities.