Anton Sudnik

Calling: From Dream to Foundation

My path to law began in early childhood. I read books, watched movies, and admired people who knew how to use the force of law—not for power, but for protection. This was more than a desire to become a lawyer; it was a childish commitment to justice.

In 2007, I earned my Master of Laws (LL.M.) from the Academy of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. While it sounds dry, it wasn't just a school. It was a foundation: a knowledge of the law in its most rigorous, public form.

In 2010, when I passed the state qualification exam and received my license to practice law, I felt ready to shoulder this responsibility. I was grateful for every lesson learned.

Break: When Principles Are More Important Than Comfort

Life, however, doesn't always follow textbooks. The principles I was taught and carried in my heart one day came into conflict with reality. It was a breaking point where it became impossible to remain true to myself and true to my ideals while working in a place where the rule of law was crumbling. Sometimes you have to leave your home shore to salvage your inner compass.

In 2020, I made the most difficult decision: to leave and relocate my practice. Now I work throughout the European Union, specializing in capital markets, immigration, and data privacy for enterprises and High-Net-Worth Individuals (HNWIs). I use this profound background and experience to help people in an environment where my conscience is at peace and where my knowledge can bring real, pure benefit. This is the freedom for which I am so grateful.

Balance: Mountains, Yoga, and Inner Strength

Legal work requires stamina. I find it in trekking and cycling—these activities are my long-term planning, only in the mountains and on the road. And alpine skiing and yoga are about concentration, about sharpening my reflexes. They provide the ability to find a cool head amidst the noise and pressure. This is where I build my inner strength. It allows me to bear the full weight of difficult experiences, grow from them, and approach each new person and their story with genuine warmth.

After all, our work isn't about dry laws, but about human trust. And I am infinitely grateful for the opportunity to serve it.