Hanna Sianko is an Associate Partner and a legal professional whose work spans international criminal law, human rights law and international commercial law. She was educated in the United Kingdom and the United States, and her background in international development complements her legal training, so she can look at cross-border matters from both a legal and a policy perspective.
Areas of practice
Her practice covers international criminal law, human rights law and international commercial law, with a focus on where criminal accountability meets human rights protection. She currently advises on Interpol-related matters, including notices, diffusions and data protection, and on extradition, dealing with cross-border issues and the protection of clients' rights within international cooperation mechanisms.
Education and background
- Master's degree from the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)
- Master's dissertation focused on human rights violations
- Education spanning the United Kingdom and the United States
- Background in international development that complements her legal training
Professional experience
Hanna worked at the Community Legal Advice Center in London on civil, regulatory and commercial matters, with a focus on access to justice and procedural safeguards. She has also worked in business and commercial environments, which is useful for clients whose questions involve commercial and regulatory issues across borders. She was Team Leader in the Herbert Smith Freehills Competition Law Moot, took part in a prestigious arbitration moot competition, and is fluent in English, Russian and Spanish.