Dessislava Fessenko

About

An EU attorney specializing in AI, privacy and data governance. Deep understanding of best practices, market expectations and the EU regulatory and enforcement landscape in these areas due to advisory roles with tech start-ups, scale-ups and large corporate, the European Union data protection and AI regulators. 20 years of practical legal experience (including in management and leadership roles) guiding responsible innovation and compliance with the European Union data and tech regulations.

Practice Areas

Featured Clients

Trinity Capital ADClientEarthData Driven LegalTaxiMeTHE WORLD BANKSyngenta

Services

• AI governance

  You receive pragmatic advice and actionable guidance as to how to comply with the European Union AI Act and introduce necessary internal policies, procedures and processes. I will also help you conduct required risks assessments, and advise you on all related legal aspects under EU law.
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• Data & AI Program Development and Compliance

  I help your organization develop and implementable a comprehensive scheme for data, privacy and AI governance that helps you anticipate and manage risks, while preserving the value of your data and maximizing the benefits from your AI development and deployment.
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• AI & Data Protection Assessments

  I partner with your technology teams to perform AI and privacy reviews of your systems and products, map data use and flows, assess legal, business, and consumer risks, and deliver strategic, customized recommendations and solutions.
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Work

• 
  Counsel / Of Counsel, Head of Technology and Data Protection Practice

  KinstellarOfficial

  Jan 2015 - Jan 2023
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  Senior Attorney

  CMS

  Feb 2011 - Jan 2015
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  Associate

  Linklaters LLP

  Jan 2007 - Jan 2011

Education

• Harvard Medical School
  Master of Science in Bioethics • 2024
• University of Amsterdam
  Advanced Mster of Law • 2006
• Queen Mary University of London
  Postgraduate Diploma in Computer and Communications Law • 2017
• King’s College London
  Postgraduate Diploma in Economics for Competition Law • 2011
• King’s College London
  Postgraduate Diploma in EC Competition Law • 2008
• University for National and World Economy
  Master of Law • 2005