The Russian Vegas Lex law firm announced that Yury Bortnikov, the Head of the firm's International Projects group, has become Partner, and that Nikolai Andrianov, in the firm's Real Estate, Land & Construction Practice, has become Counsel.
Bortnikov focuses on large M&A transactions, joint ventures, international deals, foreign investment, and international commercial disputes. VEGAS LEX Managing Partner Alexaner Sitnikov commented on the promotion: “The firm is gaining more weight in the market of multi-jurisdictional projects. A growing number of the leading international brands and companies from all over the world entrust Vegas Lex to provide legal support for their business in Russia and abroad. Yury Bortnikov is a respected expert of international law, who is trusted by foreign companies. He will continue to represent their legal interests in his new capacity.”
Commenting on his appointment, Bortnikov said: “It is an honor to be promoted to the Vegas Lex Board of Partners. It is a new achievement in my career, and I hope that the experience I gather in my new capacity will allow me to continue to promote the firm’s international projects branch and help win the leading position for the firm in this market.”
Andrianov has provided legal support for urban developments (including the construction, development, reconstruction, and maintenance of real property) and has represented clients’ interests in court for over 10 years. During his time with Vegas Lex, he published over 100 research papers, articles, and analytical reports. “Nikolai Andrianov is a top professional who is highly respected by market players,” said Igor Chumachenko, a Vegas Lex Partner and Head of its Real Estate, Land & Construction Practice. “He is respected in the market not only for his professionalism, but also as one of the best authors who contribute to the branch media.”
