Marina Akchurina
Marina Akchurina brings a rare combination of legal expertise and psychological understanding to negotiations, mediation, and arbitration.
With 17 years of experience in international dispute resolution, Marina has navigated high-stakes negotiations, mediations, and arbitrations involving state entities, major corporations, and private investors across multiple jurisdictions and continents.
Marina’s expertise is built on:

Professional Experience
- 13 years at international law firm Cleary Gottlieb
- 4 years as an independent practitioner
- Extensive experience in complex commercial and investment arbitrations as counsel
- Serving as independent arbitrator in commercial disputes
- Developing mediation practice with focus on commercial disputes
- Cross-border negotiations across North America, Europe, and Eurasia
Educational Background & Certifications
Business Training Certifications (International College of Business Trainers, 2024)
- Business Trainer of Class T
Comprehensive certification in professional business training - Methods of Business Training and Gamification
Advanced techniques for engaging adult learners - Creating Training for Business Tasks
Designing results-oriented training programs - Coaching Approach to Business Training
Integrating coaching methodologies into training delivery - Basic Coaching Skills
Foundational coaching competencies for professional development - Managing Group Dynamics and Gamification
Facilitating effective group learning and engagement





Advanced Coaching & Dispute Resolution
- Psychodynamic Coach and Group Leader, Institute of Psychodynamic Coaching, 2022
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Arbitration & Mediation Credentials
- Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators
- Accredited CIArb Tutor
Teaching International Arbitration and Law & Obligations



Legal Education
- Masters of Law (LL.M.), New York University School of Law, 2014
Including specialized coursework in Alternative Dispute Resolution -

- Attorney at Law (Summa cum laude), Higher School of Economics, Moscow, 2007
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Teaching Experience
- Accredited Tutor, Chartered Institute of Arbitrators
Teaches foundational and advanced courses in International Arbitration and Law & Obligations - Instructor, Institute of Psychodynamic Coaching
Languages
- English (fluent)
- Russian (native)

Ready to Discuss Your Case?
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- Virtual meetings via Zoom
- International time zones accommodated