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OLGA SHEREMETYEVA
Head Of Legal
Vilnius
Summary
Business-minded legal leader with 10+ years of experience in both high-growth tech start-up and global enterprise environments. My background includes managing complex legal projects across jurisdictions, with expertise in intellectual property, product and privacy compliance, and commercial contracting. I bring a pragmatic and collaborative approach to legal advising, aligning legal strategy with business objectives while managing risk.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
5
5
Languages
16
16
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Head of Legal
Planner 5D
01.2017 - Current
- Led the company’s global trademark portfolio and domain name protection strategy across EUIPO, USPTO, WIPO (Madrid Protocol), and UDRP proceedings.
- Managed high-stakes international litigation in the U.S. involving copyright and trade secret claims; oversaw the case from initial filings to discovery, working closely with external counsel and experts to reach a strategic settlement.
- Provided legal support on corporate structuring, equity transactions, and shareholder agreements, including convertible loans and options.
- Directed full-cycle legal support for commercial contracts and internal policies, including data privacy compliance, employment, and service agreements.
- Oversaw implementation of global hiring frameworks, enabling compliant team growth across multiple jurisdictions.
- Advised cross-functional teams on product-related legal risks and platform compliance to support international market expansion.
Lead Legal Counsel
Enel Russia
01.2010 - 06.2019
- Provided legal support for large-scale thermal generation investment projects (new CCGT construction and existing units reconstruction).
- Drafted, negotiated, and managed the full lifecycle of complex project contracts, including EPC/EPCM contracts, equipment supply, licensing, works and service agreements, ensuring alignment with technical and financial objectives.
- Supported early-stage development of wind power plants in Azov and Murmansk, with focus on early works agreements, regulatory compliance, and cross-border procurement with global contractors.
- Led legal coordination for an ICC arbitration (Paris) involving high-value project disputes; managed external counsel, experts, and document production.
- Handled claims management and pre-arbitration disputes under EPC, O&M, and related contracts; negotiated bank and corporate guarantees and coordinated demand submissions across multiple jurisdictions.
Legal Counsel
LVN-Development
09.2007 - 09.2008
- Provided legal support for commercial real estate projects, with a focus on construction, leasing, and property operations.
- Drafted and negotiated lease, construction, maintenance, and service contracts; conducted contractual due diligence and risk assessments for transactions and partnerships.
- Managed contractor claims and pre-litigation procedures.
- Advised internal stakeholders on legal issues arising from procurement, construction, and ongoing operations.
- Supported business development efforts and represented the company at an international real estate exhibition.
Education
Master of Laws - International Law
Peoples’ Friendship University of Russia Peoples’
Moscow, Russia 09.2007 - 06.2009
Bachelor of Laws - International Law
Kyiv International University
Kyiv, Ukraine 09.2003 - 06.2007
High School Diploma -
Secondary School With Advanced English
Sevastopol 09.1993 - 06.2003
FSA FLEX Finalist - Exchange Student
Tri Jr-Sr High School
Indiana, USA 09.2001 - 06.2002
Skills
Intellectual property protection
Data privacy
Litigation management
Legal project management
Corporate governance oversight
Contract management
Strategic thinking
Business-oriented approach
Certification
Certified Data Protection Officer
Interests
Wine Enthusiast
Timeline
Certified Data Protection Officer
12-2020
Head of Legal
Planner 5D
01.2017 - Current
Lead Legal Counsel
Enel Russia
01.2010 - 06.2019
Legal Counsel
LVN-Development
09.2007 - 09.2008
Master of Laws - International Law
Peoples’ Friendship University of Russia Peoples’
09.2007 - 06.2009
Bachelor of Laws - International Law
Kyiv International University
09.2003 - 06.2007
FSA FLEX Finalist - Exchange Student
Tri Jr-Sr High School
09.2001 - 06.2002
High School Diploma -
Secondary School With Advanced English
09.1993 - 06.2003