Vadim Kukushkin
Independent Business Advisor for Complex Russia-Related Matters
Supporting law firms and their clients with risk-controlled strategy, disciplined execution, and strict confidentiality.
What I Do
I advise international law firms and their clients on evaluating and supporting the execution of Russia-related business matters, combining deep local knowledge with international legal, financial, and operational experience.
My work typically supports clients in:
Assessing opportunities and risks
Evaluating regulatory, legal, operational, and reputational implications before decisions are made.
Executing complex projects
Translating strategy into action by managing milestones, coordinating local experts, and maintaining disciplined execution.
Maintaining strict confidentiality
All inquiries and engagements are handled with the highest degree of discretion.
With over 20 years of experience in global consulting firms, international law firms, and executive management of a major Russian law firm, I bridge strategy and execution for complex cross-border matters.
Advisory Approach
My work follows a structured, principle-based framework designed to provide clarity, predictability, and control.
Strategic Foundation
- Understanding objectives, constraints, and risk tolerance
- Evaluating legal, operational, regulatory, and reputational consequences, including long-term implications
Disciplined Execution
- Translating agreed strategy into actionable plans
- Allocating resources efficiently and prioritizing critical decisions
- Tracking progress through clear milestones and reporting
Partnership Ethos
- Working collaboratively with your team to combine local expertise with your commercial insight
- Communicating clearly and promptly to support informed decision-making
- Ensuring strict confidentiality at all times
This framework allows complex Russia-related matters to be managed consistently, transparently, and in alignment with strategic objectives.
Services
1. Russia Market Assessment & Strategic Roadmap
A discreet, foundational engagement for clients evaluating potential business activities involving Russia.
This typically includes:
- Assessment of business opportunities and key risks
- Analysis of legal, regulatory, compliance, and operational requirements
- Development of a high-level implementation roadmap, including sequencing, budget considerations, and timeline
- Support for informed decision-making on whether and how to proceed
2. Project Leadership & Expert Coordination
Once a decision to proceed is made, I provide leadership for implementation, acting as a local coordination and control point, working alongside and in support of appointed legal and professional advisors.
This may include:
- Translating strategy into a detailed and actionable project plan
- Identifying, evaluating, and coordinating appropriate local advisors (legal, tax, finance, compliance, forensic, and industry-specific)
- Supervising deliverables and monitoring progress against agreed milestones
- Providing transparent reporting through completion and handover
3. Existing Operations Support & Problem Resolution
For clients with existing operations or exposure in Russia facing strategic, regulatory, or operational challenges, I provide targeted advisory and hands-on support.
This may include:
- Situation assessment, risk identification, and practical recommendations
- Implementation of corrective measures while minimizing disruption
- Ongoing alignment with compliance requirements and strategic objectives
Professional Background
My career spans senior roles in global consulting firms, international law firms, and executive management within the Russian legal market.
I hold degrees in law and in finance.
Finance & Consulting Experience (1996–2005)
Senior manager at Forvis Mazars and Big 4 firms, leading audit, due diligence, and cross-border advisory projects.
Legal & Advisory Experience (2005–2025)
Counsel at Noerr, Hogan Lovells, and Akin Gump, advising on cross-border transactions, restructurings, M&A, investigations, and complex business matters.
Executive Management (2018–2025)
Founding CFO of Rybalkin, Gortsunyan & Dyakin, building financial and operational infrastructure supporting growth from approximately 10 to over 100 attorneys.
Languages: Native Russian, fluent business English
View detailed professional background →Contacts
I divide my time between Turkey and Moscow.
For an initial confidential discussion, please contact me via:
Email: vadim@vkukushkin.com
Phone: +7 903 614 1993 (WhatsApp/Telegram/Signal)
Alternative communication channels can be arranged if required.
Vadim Kukushkin
Independent Business Advisor for Complex Russia-Related Matters
Supporting law firms and their clients with risk-controlled strategy, disciplined execution, and strict confidentiality.
What I Do
I advise international law firms and their clients on evaluating and supporting the execution of Russia-related business matters, combining deep local knowledge with international legal, financial, and operational experience.
Assess opportunities and risks
Evaluating regulatory, legal, operational, and reputational implications before decisions are made.
Execute complex projects
Translating strategy into action by managing milestones, coordinating local experts, and maintaining disciplined execution.
Maintain strict confidentiality
All inquiries and engagements are handled with the highest degree of discretion.
Advisory Approach
My work follows a structured, principle-based framework designed to provide clarity, predictability, and control.
Strategic Foundation
- Understanding objectives, constraints, and risk tolerance
- Evaluating legal, operational, regulatory, and reputational consequences, including long-term implications
Disciplined Execution
- Translating agreed strategy into actionable plans
- Allocating resources efficiently and prioritizing critical decisions
- Tracking progress through clear milestones and reporting
Partnership Ethos
- Working collaboratively with your team to combine local expertise with your commercial insight
- Communicating clearly and promptly to support informed decision-making
- Ensuring strict confidentiality at all times
This framework allows complex Russia-related matters to be managed consistently, transparently, and in alignment with strategic objectives.
Services
1. Russia Market Assessment & Strategic Roadmap
A discreet, foundational engagement for clients evaluating potential business activities involving Russia.
This typically includes:
- Assessment of business opportunities and key risks
- Analysis of legal, regulatory, compliance, and operational requirements
- Development of a high-level implementation roadmap, including sequencing, budget considerations, and timeline
- Support for informed decision-making on whether and how to proceed
2. Project Leadership & Expert Coordination
Once a decision to proceed is made, I provide leadership for implementation, acting as a local coordination and control point, working alongside and in support of appointed legal and professional advisors.
This may include:
- Translating strategy into a detailed and actionable project plan
- Identifying, evaluating, and coordinating appropriate local advisors (legal, tax, finance, compliance, forensic, and industry-specific)
- Supervising deliverables and monitoring progress against agreed milestones
- Providing transparent reporting through completion and handover
3. Existing Operations Support & Problem Resolution
For clients with existing operations or exposure in Russia facing strategic, regulatory, or operational challenges, I provide targeted advisory and hands-on support.
This may include:
- Situation assessment, risk identification, and practical recommendations
- Implementation of corrective measures while minimizing disruption
- Ongoing alignment with compliance requirements and strategic objectives
Professional Background
Over 20 years of experience across global consulting firms, international law firms, and executive management within the Russian legal market. My background combines financial, legal, and operational expertise, including senior roles at leading international law firms and executive responsibility for building and managing the infrastructure of a major Russian law firm.
View detailed professional backgroundContacts
For an initial confidential discussion, please contact me via:
Email: vadim@vkukushkin.com
Phone: +7 903 614 1993 (WhatsApp/Telegram/Signal)
Alternative communication channels can be arranged if required.