Alina Bocharova
Austin
Summary
Dynamic legal professional with extensive experience at TransSintezPivden, INC, specializing in corporate transactions and compliance. Proven track record in contract drafting and litigation management, achieving a 90% contract enforcement success rate. Adept at legal research and fostering collaborative relationships, driving operational efficiency and risk mitigation in complex legal environments.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Legal Consultant (remote)
TransSintezPivden, INC
Odessa
11.2018 - 09.2023
- Provide legal advice on environmental legislation using Document Control compliance management software to ensure 100% compliance with fuel storage, transportation, and safety standards, reducing regulatory risks.
- Assisted in obtaining and maintaining permits through state electronic document submission systems (Ukrainian e-licensing platforms), achieving a 98% timely submission rate of regulatory documents and avoiding fines.
- Ensured corporate legal compliance with Ukrainian, European and international legislation using legal research databases (e.g. LexisNexis, Westlaw, EUR-Lex, Ukrainian Legislation Database) to facilitate smooth cross-border transactions.
- Monitored legal and regulatory developments in the oil industry with the Ukrainian Legislation Database, implementing proactive policy adjustments that reduced compliance risks by 40% and increased operational efficiency.
Head of Legal Department
TransSintezPivden, INC
Odesa
01.2013 - 10.2021
- Drafted, reviewed, and negotiated more than 200+ commercial contracts, including supply, distribution, and purchasing agreements, ensuring 100% regulatory compliance while mitigating legal and financial risks. Helped the company achive a 90% contract enforcement success rate, protecting its interests and strengthening supplier relationships;
- Improved 40% contract processing efficiency through strategic negotiations and system improvements. Implemented a transparent system to enhance interdepartmental access and collaboration;
- Successful compliance and company’s risk reduction to 40 %, updates internal policies, secures necessary permits, and avoids regulatory fines or legal actions;
- Provided advice on regulatory compliance matters, including environmental regulations, import/export regulations, and safety protocols in the petroleum industry that leded to close cooperation with Agencies like the EPA and DOT;
- Proactive compliance and regulations enhanced reputation of Company by 50 %, improved relationships with contragents and opened access to new markets.
Head of Department, Corporate Business Loans
Raiffeisen Bank Ukraine
Odesa
11.2009 - 12.2012
- Specialized in collections law and bankruptcy law, ensuring legal compliance and risk mitigation
- Represented the Bank in litigation, bankruptcy, and foreclosure cases, managing 30+ cases monthly with a high success rate
- Prepared and reviewed around 30 legal documents, contracts, loan agreements, ensuring adherence to applicable laws and regulations
- Managed a mid-size team of five legal professionals, providing leadership, guidance, and mentorship to drive effective performance and professional growth
Attorney, Department of Problem Loans
Raiffeisen Bank Ukraine
Odesa
01.2008 - 11.2009
- Implemented legal compliance checks and debt recovery strategies while focusing on collections law to mitigate risk by 20% and protect the organization's financial interests
- Utilized litigation, negotiation, legal research, and case analysis skills to represent the Bank in legal proceedings, such as bankruptcy and foreclosure cases, resulting in a 50% increase in successful outcomes for the organization
- Ensured legal compliance of contracts, loan agreements, and other legal documents with Contract Law and Financial Regulations, enhancing operational efficiency
Lawyer
Iren–AgroNaturProduct, LLC
Odesa
12.2002 - 03.2004
- Specialized in agricultural law. Represented a company in agricultural disputes, negotiating settlements and environmental regulations to resolve 20+ legal complaints every month
- Drafted ~10 correspondence, motions, legal memorandums, and judicial proceedings weekly
- Leveraged Incoterms 2000 rules like FOB, CIF, EXW, DAP to streamline shipping processes
- Maintained & updated law libraries, documents, and case files with 100% accuracy
Legal assistant
Farmacia, INC
Odesa
06.2002 - 12.2002
- Collaborated with attorneys and paralegals to boost efficiency by 20% in preparing a variety of legal documents, including pleadings, motions, subpoenas, affidavits, contracts, and briefs, ensuring heightened accuracy and compliance with legal standards using Microsoft Office Suite and effective document management systems
- Supported attorneys in case preparation and strategy development by conducting comprehensive legal research using different data bases, resulting in a higher success rate in cases
- Meticulously examined and enhanced legal documents, such as agreements, contracts, and briefs, to ensure precision and compliance with court and client requirements using legal software
Education
Master of Law -
Chicago-Kent College of Law Illinois Tech
Chicago, IL06.2025
Pre Law Program -
Chicago-Kent College of Law Illinois Tech
Chicago, IL05.2024
Master of Law -
Odessa I. I. Mechnikov National University
Odessa, Ukraine05.2005
Bachelor -
Odessa I. I. Mechnikov National University
Odessa, Ukraine05.2004
Skills
- Legal research and documentation
- Report preparation
- Trial and deposition support
- Litigation management
- Corporate transactions
- Contract drafting
- Legal analysis
- Bankruptcy law
- Legal writing
- Witness and intake interviews
- Judicial correspondence
- Dispute resolution strategies
- Case file maintenance
Personal Information
- Work Permit: Fully Authorized to Work
Certification
RULE OF LAW colloquium course at the University of Arkansas School of Law
AML, KYC and Compliance (Certificate no: UC-8b20b99d-4238-4503-b9de-01d72a3d9c27)
Languages
English
Professional
Russian
Native/ Bilingual
Ukrainian
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Legal Consultant (remote)
TransSintezPivden, INC
11.2018 - 09.2023
Head of Legal Department
TransSintezPivden, INC
01.2013 - 10.2021
Head of Department, Corporate Business Loans
Raiffeisen Bank Ukraine
11.2009 - 12.2012
Attorney, Department of Problem Loans
Raiffeisen Bank Ukraine
01.2008 - 11.2009
Lawyer
Iren–AgroNaturProduct, LLC
12.2002 - 03.2004
Legal assistant
Farmacia, INC
06.2002 - 12.2002
Master of Law -
Chicago-Kent College of Law Illinois Tech
Pre Law Program -
Chicago-Kent College of Law Illinois Tech
Master of Law -
Odessa I. I. Mechnikov National University
Bachelor -
Odessa I. I. Mechnikov National University
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