EPAM is pleased to announce the promotion of Mikhail Kazantsev to Partner.

Mikhail joined the firm in 2005 as an associate specializing in corporate law and M&A. In 2007, Mikhail became a Senior Associate in the M&A practice group at the Corporate Department of the law firm where he has advised major Russian and international clients on complex in-bound and out-bound transactions.

Following graduation from the St Petersburg State University, Mikhail had worked as a legal counsel for various companies and was appointed in 2003 as chief counsel for the St. Petersburg Directorate of the Federal Customs Service. He subsequently joined the Administration of the President of the Russian Federation from which he came to the law firm.

Dimitry Afanasiev, the Chairman of EPAM, commented: “EPAM has an exceptional track record in offering professional growth and career development to the best lawyers in Russia, and Mikhail’s promotion is yet another evidence of this unwavering commitment. A partnership in our law firm is a recognition of the individual’s exceptional personal qualities. It is both demanding and rewarding in all respects. We look forward to Mikhail’s continued contribution to the success of our firm.” 

Mikhail Kazantsev commented: “I would like to thank all my colleagues and partners for their invaluable support. The firm has provided me with the opportunity to work on highly challenging cases and alongside some of the most talented lawyers in Russia. As a new partner I look forward to helping grow EPA&P’s standing in both Russia and internationally.”

Additional information:
Elizaveta Sobenina
Strategic Communications Department
Phone: +7 495 935 8010
Mobile:+7 916 503 2053
press@epam.ru

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EPAM is the leading national law firm in Russia with offices in Moscow, St. Petersburg and an associated office in London. Founded in 1993, the firm specializes in legal advice to both Russian and international businesses in complex corporate deals and commercial disputes. The firm regularly acts for the Russian Federation in transactional and litigation matters both in Russia and internationally.