Irina Orlova-Panina

SPECIALIZATION

Irina's main focus is tax dispute resolution (pre-litigation and litigation). Also Irina specializes at communication with the state authorities in relation to taxes, drafting of amendments to tax laws and preparation of expert opinions on draft tax laws.

RANKINGS

Included in The Best Lawyers™ in Russia 2021 edition in the field of Tax Law.

Recommended as a leading tax dispute resolution lawyer in Russia by International Tax Review - Tax Controversy Leaders (2019, 2018, 2017, 2016 and 2014).

Recommended among women leading in tax advisory in Russia by International Tax Review – Women in Tax Leaders (2019, 2018, 2017, 2016 and 2015).

Ranked in the "Leaders of the Legal Services Market” rating of the PH "Kommersant" in Heavy Industry and Retail, Trade and FMCG categories (2019).

EDUCATION

Irina graduated from the State University – Higher School of Economics, Law, Finance Law Department.

PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES

2008-2016 - Member of the Tax and Customs Law Expert Council of the Russian State Duma.

HOBBY

Irina is a very bright and enthusiastic person. The sphere of her interests has no limits – from reading books and studying psychology and to active sports such as swimming. Also, Irina enjoys travelling, exploring new countries and communicating with local people, studying their habits and traditions. And one of her most beloved hobbies is cooking. Irina adores cooking and has a dream of opening her own restaurant one day.