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At Sinayskaya Yuniver, P.C. we put the needs of our clients first. Piloted by attorneys with extensive litigation experience, our team has earned a strong reputation for providing efficient legal services that deliver results. Our staff is dedicated to promoting our clients’ interests and works tirelessly to ensure that our clients attain the best outcomes possible. No two cases are treated as the same by our firm, and we welcome every opportunity to find innovative solutions to complex legal issues.

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WE HAVE REPRESENTED A WIDE RANGE OF CLIENTS ON MARKET LEADING TRANSACTIONS, FROM COMPANIES WITH A GLOBAL PRESENCE TO START-UPS AND EMERGING BUSINESSES
OUR COMMITMENT TO HELPING OUR CLIENTS IMPLEMENT THEIR VISION AND STRATEGIES HAS ALLOWED US TO BUILD A TRULY GLOBAL NETWORK
A TEAM THAT DELIVERS RESULTS.

IRENE SINAYSKAYA
MANAGING PARTNER
Irene Sinayskaya is one of the Managing Partners at Sinayskaya Yuniver, P.C. Irene’s practice area primarily focuses on strategic case management of commercial litigation and corporate matters. She has practiced extensively on commercial employment class-action defense, complex litigation matters, regulatory matters, and international investment and disputes. Irene also serves as general counsel to companies with over 1000 employees on a number of regulatory and compliance due diligence matters; she supports and guides clients in obtaining licensure, complying with state and federal employment laws, developing strong and efficient corporate structure and governance, and various other legal business matters.
Irene obtained her Bachelor of Finance at Pace University before graduating from Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law School with a Juris Doctor. Irene is bilingual in English and Russian.
Bar Admissions/Licensed Jurisdictions
- New York
- New Jersey
- United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit
- United States District Court for the Southern District of New York
- United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York
- United States District Court for the District of New Jersey
- Supreme Court of the United States of America

STEVEN YUNIVER
MANAGING PARTNER
Steven R. Yuniver is one of the Managing Partners of Sinayskaya Yuniver, P.C. Steven’s practice area focuses on commercial litigation and business transactions including mergers and acquisitions. Steven has extensive experience in representing companies dealing with regulatory standards, audits, and employment practices. In addition to assisting clients in litigation and compliance matters, Steven ensures that clients uphold worldwide standards for professionals in their industry which define, implement, and support efficient processes that encourage consistency across all our commercial and corporate clients.
Steven regularly appears in State and Federal courts on a wide range of issues. He also has extensive cross-border experience, including representing domestic and international companies in their business needs.
Steven manages a team of professionals working primarily with high-volume clients in a variety of industries, including commercial development, information technology, consulting, and health care. This gives him a unique perspective on strategic problem solving and implementation of policies to ensure efficient business practices.
Steven speaks English, Russian, German, and Spanish.
Bar Admissions/Licensed Jurisdictions
- New York
- New Jersey
- United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit
- United States District Court for the Southern District of New York
- United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York
- United States District Court for the District of New Jersey
- Supreme Court of the United States of America

CARL EKBERG
ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY
Carl Ekberg is an associate attorney at Sinayskaya Yuniver, P.C. Carl’s practice area focuses on civil and commercial litigation. Prior to joining Sinayskaya Yuniver, P.C., Carl worked for and alongside some of the largest firms in New York on complex corporate litigation matters.
Carl graduated college from Baylor University with degrees in history and psychology, where he was featured on the Dean’s List, recipient of a scholastic scholarship, and was a member of several national honor societies.
Carl graduated from Vanderbilt University Law School with a Juris Doctorate, where he was an award-winning member of the Jessup International Moot Court team, recipient of the Scholastic Excellence Award, and the Public Interest Service Award from the Legal Aid Society.
Bar Admissions/Licensed Jurisdictions
- New York
- United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York

MEGAN MCGLYNN-SANCHEZ
ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY
Megan is an associate attorney at Sinayskaya Yuniver, P.C. Megan joined Sinayskaya Yuniver, P.C. as a litigation law clerk in September 2022. Before joining Sinayskaya Yuniver, she worked as a law clerk in the practice areas of Criminal and Family Law. Megan received her Bachelors from John Jay in Legal & Societal Issues while being heavily involved in the U.S. Coastguard Auxiliary, working with Sector New York. Megan graduated early with her Juris Doctorate from Touro Law School.
Megan is a dual citizen of the European Union and the United States and is pending an application to receive citizenship in Mexico. She speaks conversational Spanish and is working towards fluency in it. In her off time from legal work, Megan trains at Title Boxing Gym and does background work in film.
Bar Admissions/Licensed Jurisdictions
- New York

ARTHUR KAMSAN
PARALEGAL
Arthur Kamsan joined Sinayskaya Yuniver, P.C. as a Paralegal in 2018. He works with the Commercial Transactions Team, which a focus on Commercial Real Estate Transactions. Arthur entered the legal field in 2017, and has been involved in matters involving commercial real estate, business acquisitions and mergers, and licensing needs for businesses.
Arthur graduated from the City University of New York at Baruch College in June 2022 with a Bachelor of Business Administration majoring in Finance. He is currently enrolled in New York Law School, striving to become the first attorney in his family.
Arthur is bilingual in English and Russian.

MITCHELL LEV
PARALEGAL
Mitchell Lev is a member of the Sinayskaya Yuniver, P.C. legal team, having joined as a Paralegal in 2020. With a focus on transactional matters, Mitchell has played a role in business acquisitions, buy/sells, and commercial real estate development deals. Clients from diverse industries have benefited from his expertise in navigating licensing requirements as well as his attention to various government agency requirements.
Detail-oriented and proactive, Mitchell offers invaluable support across various commercial practice areas and teams. Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Economics from the City University of John Jay, he envisions a future in commercial and corporate law by commencing law school in 2024.
Beyond his legal acumen, Mitchell possesses language proficiency in both English and Russian, which enriches his ability to communicate effectively with a broader clientele. With a passion for the legal profession and a commitment to excellence, Mitchell Lev continues to make significant contributions to the success of the firm and the satisfaction of its clients.

KATHERINE VASKEVICH
PARALEGAL
Katherine Vaskevich joined Sinayskaya Yuniver, P.C. as a Paralegal in 2018. She assists the managing partners and associate attorneys through every step of the litigation process, with a particular focus on commercial litigation and employment law.
Katherine graduated summa cum laude as a Dean’s Scholar from the City University of New York at Baruch College in June 2019. She obtained a Bachelor of Science in Public and International Affairs. At her graduation, Katherine was awarded the Marxe School of International and Public Affair’s Honorary Degree. In the summer of 2018, Katherine studied placemaking and urban space design at the University of Amsterdam in the Netherlands.
Katherine has extensive experience within government and non-profit agencies. In addition to interning at the New York County District Attorney’s Office, the New York State Senate, and the Kings County Court System, Katherine has helped in non-profits such as the International Rescue Committee and Changing the Present.
Katherine is bilingual in English and Russian, and strives to fulfill her passion of helping those in need with her growing legal expertise. Katherine is attending law school as of fall 2020.

LAUREN MCGOLDRICK
PARALEGAL
Lauren McGoldrick is a commercial litigation and real estate Paralegal. Before joining Sinayskaya Yuniver, P.C., Lauren’s experience in the field of law began in 2013 as a receptionist and legal assistant at an Estate Planning law firm. In addition to her paralegal work, Lauren is responsible for administrative office duties, and billing. In her interactions with clients, Lauren ensures that every client is comfortable, and well informed, while they navigate stressful legal situations.
Lauren earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Corporate Communications from the College of Staten Island.
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