Eugene Vlasov
About Eugene Vlasov
Eugene Vlasov serves as Managing Counsel at Align Technology, specializing in Technology, Media, and Telecommunications (TMT) as well as Data Privacy regulatory compliance. He has extensive experience advising major companies on commercial activities and regulatory compliance, with a strong focus on intellectual property protection and corporate counseling.
Work at Align Technology
Eugene Vlasov has been serving as Managing Counsel at Align Technology since 2021. In this role, he focuses on Technology, Media, and Telecommunications (TMT) and Data Privacy regulatory compliance. His responsibilities include providing legal counsel on commercial activities and ensuring adherence to regulatory standards. Prior to his current position, he worked as Senior Legal Counsel at Align Technology from 2019 to 2021, where he further developed his expertise in legal matters pertinent to the technology sector.
Education and Expertise
Eugene Vlasov holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Intellectual Property Law from the Russian State Academy of Intellectual Property, which he completed from 2008 to 2011. He also earned a Master's degree in Law from the Institute of International Trade and Law, studying from 2003 to 2008. Additionally, he has studied International Law and Legal Studies at Lancaster University. His educational background supports his specialization in TMT and Data Privacy regulatory compliance.
Background
Eugene Vlasov has a diverse professional background in legal roles across various organizations. He began his career as a Lawyer at Universal Distribution from 2007 to 2010, progressing to Senior Lawyer at the same company from 2010 to 2012. He then served as Senior Lawyer at ПАО 'Ростелеком' from 2012 to 2014. Following this, he worked as an Associate at PwC Legal Russia from 2014 to 2017 and as Head of Legal at Selectel from 2017 to 2019. His extensive experience spans multiple aspects of legal practice, particularly in technology and telecommunications.
Achievements
Eugene Vlasov has been involved in a variety of commercial transactions, including Research & Development and Technology Transfer Arrangements. He has extensive experience in counseling major technology, telecommunications, and media companies on regulatory compliance and commercial activities. His practice also includes handling contentious matters, particularly those related to intellectual property, showcasing his capability in addressing complex legal issues.