About us

Who We Are?

Phoenix Partners is a trusted partner for individuals and families with assets across multiple jurisdictions, providing peace of mind, clarity and confidence in the future through seamless, proactive management of their capital ecosystem. This includes ownership structures, taxation, compliance, banking and regulatory matters, as well as succession planning.

Our more than 25 years of experience working with private clients at Big Four firms has enabled us to develop unique expertise, including deep knowledge of the legislation of different countries, the ability to apply practical insights from one client situation to similar cases, and an extensive network of reputable contacts across key sectors.

Specialisation
Tax and related matters for private clients with assets in Russia, the US, the UAE and other countries: tax reporting, foreign companies, international tax planning, asset structuring, bank inquiries, succession and long-term support.

Anton Ionov

Managing Partner


Антон Ионов

Управляющий Партнёр


Professional Background

1998 — Graduated from the Plekhanov Russian Academy of Economics with a degree in Finance and Credit.

1998 — Began his career at a Big Four firm, where he subsequently spent more than 25 years advising private clients and business owners on taxation and international asset structuring.

2003–2004 — Worked in the London office of a Big Four firm as part of gaining international experience, supporting private clients and projects related to international taxation.

2004 — Obtained the Enrolled Agent qualification, allowing him to represent clients before the US tax authorities.

2006 — Obtained the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) qualification.

2007 — Became one of the youngest partners in a Big Four firm and led the private client services practice for more than 15 years.

2023 — Founded Phoenix Partners, an international consulting firm specialising in tax advisory and private client services.

Specialisation

Anton specialises in taxation matters in Russia, the US and the UAE. He advises business owners, investors and private clients on international asset ownership, changes in tax residency, relocation to other countries and the transfer of wealth to future generations.

He has significant experience in establishing and managing international structures, including companies, trusts and foundations, as well as advising on asset protection and the long-term preservation of family wealth. His practice also covers the application of double taxation treaties, interaction with tax authorities and support on international family and succession matters.

Ksenia Pavlova

Partner

Ксения Павлова

Партнёр

Professional Background

2008 — Graduated from the State University of Management with a degree in Tax Management and began her career at a Big Four firm, where she specialised in advising private clients on Russian and international taxation for more than 15 years.

2012–2013 — Worked in the Frankfurt office of a Big Four firm as part of gaining international experience, supporting private clients and projects related to international taxation.

2012 — Obtained the Enrolled Agent qualification, allowing her to represent clients before the US tax authorities.

2022 — Became a partner in the private client services practice of a Big Four firm.

2023 — Together with Managing Partner Anton Ionov, founded Phoenix Partners, an international consulting firm specialising in tax advisory, international asset structuring and private client services.

Specialisation

Ksenia specialises in personal taxation matters in Russia, the US and the UAE. She has significant experience advising private clients on tax reporting, currency control compliance, international asset ownership and wealth structuring.

Ksenia’s practice includes:

  • Preparation of complex personal tax returns in Russia and the US;
  • Advising on changes in tax residency and relocation;
  • Structuring asset ownership through foreign companies, trusts and foundations.

Team Phoenix Partners

Services

TAX RETURNS

Consulting projects and preparation of individual income tax returns, foreign bank account notifications, cash flow reports, foreign companies reporting and other reporting in accordance with Russian tax legislation.

TAX AND CURRENCY REPORTING

Preparation of personal tax and currency control reporting form for Individuals.

CONSULTING SUPPORT

Providing tax advice on income, property and other assets. Assessment of tax liabilities and development of strategies. Advising on the application of tax exemptions and deductions.

COMPLEX TAX REPORTINGS

Preparation of complex tax reporting forms for individuals including reporting of transaction with securities and derivatives.

TAX PLANNING

Tax planning and risk analysis in various jurisdictions, coordination of relocation of high net worth individuals.

AMNESTY OF CAPITALS

Participating in the capital amnesty campaign in Russia.

CURRENCY LEGISLATION

Provision of consulting services in currency control legislation in Russia including restriction measures.

RESTRUCTURING OF ASSETS

Participation in restructuring projects for personal and business assets including incorporation/liquidation of foreign companies and structures, trusts and foundations.

SUCCESSION PLANNING

Provision of tax services to private clients in respect of succession planning.

STRUCTURING BUSINESS HOLDINGS

Complex private wealth structuring, tax planning in different countries.

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