Ekaterina Aleksanova
Tashkent
Summary
Experienced Legal Counsel with a solid background in IT, digital media, and consulting sectors. Skilled in contract law, intellectual property, corporate structuring, and dispute resolution. Proven ability to support innovative, fast-paced businesses by aligning legal strategy with product and operational goals. Currently focused on transitioning into the AI sector, with a strong interest in the legal and ethical implications of artificial intelligence and emerging technologies.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Counsel for IT & Tech Startups
Freelace
10.2020 - 01.2025
Provided legal support to IT companies (startups, video services, mobile games, streaming platforms). Drafted contracts, advised on complex legal matters, and conducted tax reviews. Managed collaboration with contractors (patent attorneys, developers, marketers), participated in recruitment, and helped establish internal processes.
Legal Counsel
IT, Media & Consulting Sectors
03.2015 - 10.2020
- Provided full legal support to major IT holdings (500+ employees, 18M+ users/month), HR consultancies, and organizations with regional networks.
- Structured legal frameworks for business projects, drafted and negotiated contracts (license, IP transfer, service agreements), and issued legal opinions.
- Managed IP portfolios: software registration, trademark protection, and IP transactions.
- Represented companies in court, including IP disputes and reputation defense cases.
- Advised on corporate structuring, including work in foreign jurisdictions and intercompany legal coordination.
- Handled regulatory compliance, labor disputes, and interactions with government authorities.
- Developed legal standards and mitigated legal risks in the consulting sector.
Education
High School Diploma -
Moscow State University Named After Lomonosov
Moscow06-2014
Skills
- Cross-functional communication in tech environments
- Legal process optimization for IT and consulting businesses
- Soft skills development in IT teams
- Experience in agile, startup, and fast-paced settings
Timeline
Legal Counsel for IT & Tech Startups
Freelace
10.2020 - 01.2025
Legal Counsel
IT, Media & Consulting Sectors
03.2015 - 10.2020
High School Diploma -
Moscow State University Named After Lomonosov
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