Jelena V.
About Jelena V.
Jelena V. is a Senior Associate (Knowledge) at Linklaters, where she has worked since 2023. She has extensive legal experience, having held various positions in prominent law firms and educational institutions over the past decade.
Current Role as Senior Associate at Linklaters
Jelena V. currently holds the position of Senior Associate (Knowledge) at Linklaters, a role she has occupied since 2023. In this capacity, she contributes to the firm's knowledge management initiatives, leveraging her extensive legal background. Her experience in this role builds upon her previous tenure at Linklaters, where she served as Managing Associate (Knowledge) from 2019 to 2023.
Previous Experience at Linklaters
Jelena V. has a significant history with Linklaters, having worked there in various capacities. She served as Managing Associate (Knowledge) from 2019 to 2023 and as Managing Professional Support Lawyer from 2015 to 2019. Her roles involved supporting legal teams with knowledge resources and enhancing the firm's operational efficiency.
Educational Background in Law
Jelena V. has a strong academic foundation in law. She earned her Master of Laws (LLM) from the University of Reading, completing her studies from 2013 to 2014. Prior to that, she obtained her Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) between 2005 and 2008. Additionally, she completed The Legal Practice Course at BPP Law School from 2008 to 2009.
Teaching Experience as Sessional Lecturer
Jelena V. has experience in academia, having worked as a Sessional Lecturer at the University of Reading for a period of four months in 2014. This role involved delivering legal education and contributing to the academic development of students.
Early Career and Legal Practice
Jelena V. began her legal career as a Trainee Solicitor at Slaughter and May from 2009 to 2011. She then worked as an Associate at Slaughter and May from 2011 to 2013, followed by a brief tenure as an Associate at Addleshaw Goddard in 2013. She also held the position of Legal Operations Manager at Shawbrook Bank for two months in 2019.