Irina Kim

Irina Kim is a Founding Partner at PraeLegal Uzbekistan. Since 2009, Irina Kim has been managing corporate clients from Uzbekistan and across the Globe, as an expert in Corporate Law, M&A and International Law.

She gained experience in corporate and international affairs, working at KDB Uzbekistan, as well as at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Uzbekistan.

Irina Kim also has a deep knowledge in the pharmaceutical law and industry in Uzbekistan, and has extensive practical experience in this industry. She represents major pharmaceutical companies in the region.

As a leading legal expert in corporate affairs, Irina Kim has supervised several investment projects and the launch of industrial companies as an accompanying lawyer.

She has also successfully managed numerous IPOs, major mergers and acquisitions involving international corporations, as well as full legal support for these companies.

Also, she has tracked experience in legislative drafting.

Irina Kim speaks English, Russian and Uzbek fluently, which allows her to equally effectively represent the interests of the client and conduct business in several languages at the same time.

Education:

• The University of World Economy and Diplomacy – BA in International Law
• The University of Salford (the UK) – LLM in International Commercial Law

Specialization:

• Corporate Law
• M&A
• International Commercial Law
• Corporate Governance
• Foreign Direct Investment
• ADR and Mediation
• Due Diligence
• Real Estate
• Tax Law
• Customs
• Oil & Gas
• Renewable Energy
• Mining
• Immigration

Her own comments/quote/vision:

“At PraeLegal Uzbekistan, not only we have the experience, but also speak your language. We understand that the cost of legal disputes and complex transactions can be counted in more than dollars and we’re committed to achieving positive legal solutions for you and your business. We operate in a straightforward, creative and cost-effective manner.”