Ilya Nikiforov, a Managing partner of St. Petersburg law office of EPAM has been appointed as Vice-Chair of the Russia/Eurasia Committee of the ABA Section of International Law for the term running from August 4, 2009 to August 5, 2010.
Mr. Nikiforov is a member of Federal Bar Chamber of Russian Federation and vice-chair of Arbitration Committee of IBA (International Bar Association). He is listed as an arbitrator by European and Russian arbitration institutions and frequently appears in arbitration proceedings. Ilya represents client interests at domestic forums at all levels and before Moscow arbitration institution and other prominent commercial arbitration institutions, such as the ICC, LCIA and SCC. He is known for strong expertise in both litigation and arbitration.
Mr. Nikiforov has been recognized by Chambers and Partners as a leader in his practice area and was highly recommended by the European Legal 500 for leading the Dispute Resolution practice that “fully deserves its enviable reputation”. He “wins plaudits from competitors for the superb job he does in litigation and arbitration” (Chambers Europe 2008). Global Arbitration Review feature on Who’s Who of Arbitration in Russia described Ilya Nikiforov as an “emerging figure” in the international arbitration.
About ABA Section of International Law
The ABA Section of International Law, which has more than 20,000 members in 90 countries, is the leader in the development of policy in the international arena, the promotion of the rule of law, and the education of international law practitioners. The Section seeks to promote and further the development of interest, activity, and research in international and comparative law and related areas; to promote knowledge and formulate professional opinion of international law among members of the legal profession and others; to promote professional relationships with lawyers similarly engaged in foreign countries; and to advance the rule of law in the world.
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