Anna Saenko
About Anna Saenko
Anna Saenko is a Construction & Project Finance Managing Associate at Linklaters in London, with extensive experience in real estate law and project finance. She has worked for over a decade in various legal roles, primarily in Moscow, and has been recognized as a leading real estate lawyer in Russia since 2013.
Work at Linklaters
Anna Saenko has held multiple positions at Linklaters, a prominent international law firm. She began her tenure as a Real Estate Associate from 2007 to 2010 in Moscow, where she focused on real estate transactions. Following this role, she advanced to Real Estate & Construction Managing Associate from 2010 to 2022, gaining extensive experience in real estate acquisitions, financing, and development. In 2022, she transitioned to London, where she currently serves as Construction & Project Finance Managing Associate. Her work involves advising on procurement, construction contracts, and environmental regulations.
Previous Experience at Deloitte
Prior to her roles at Linklaters, Anna Saenko worked at Deloitte in various capacities. She served as a Legal Consultant from 2004 to 2006 in Moscow, followed by a brief position as a Legal Manager for three months in 2007. She then took on the role of Senior Legal Consultant from 2006 to 2007. During her time at Deloitte, she developed skills in legal analysis and consulting, which laid the groundwork for her future work in real estate and construction law.
Education and Expertise
Anna Saenko has a robust educational background in law. She obtained her Juris Doctor (JD) from the Russian Foreign Trade Academy from 1999 to 2004. She further pursued a PhD in International Law at the same institution from 2004 to 2007. Additionally, she studied at Queen Mary University of London, earning a Master of Laws (LLM) in Banking, Corporate, Finance, and Securities Law from 2017 to 2021. She also completed a Postgraduate Diploma and a Postgraduate Certificate in Laws at the University of London from 2018 to 2020. Her education supports her specialization in construction and project finance law.
Achievements and Recognition
Anna Saenko has been recognized in the Best Lawyers’ Ranking as a leading real estate lawyer in Russia since 2013. This acknowledgment reflects her expertise and contributions to the field of real estate law, particularly in relation to acquisitions, construction contracts, and legal due diligence. Her extensive experience and knowledge have established her as a prominent figure in the legal community, particularly in the context of Russian real estate and construction projects.