Meet the Team
TFLC has consistently proven itself to be able to embrace change and deliver results for our clients across the world.
Sunitha Nazar
FOUNDER & MANAGING PARTNER
With strong presence in the Middle East for over a decade in various Regulatory and Compliance positions with Federal and Semi-Government organisations, Sunitha has a proven track record of her forte being Corporate Services, Compliance Services and Legislative Drafting. First-hand experience with establishing and operating Special Economic Zones, handling mergers and acquisitions, advisory services in corporate governance, implementing standard operating procedures and operational framework considering the evolving regulatory requirements for Public and Private sectors. She acts as of-counsel consultant for various projects and investments. She has held oces of the Registrar of Companies and Deputy Director Compliance with Government and Semi-Government organisations being responsible for Regulatory, Governance & Compliance matters.
Anna Kokareva
PARTNER - GENERAL COUNSEL
Anna focuses her practice on domestic and cross-border mergers and acquisitions, international joint ventures and strategic alliances, investments and project finance. In addition to transactional matters, Anna has been advisory to the board of directors on corporate governance, employee benefit schemes and strategic matters, including anti-takeover preparation and defense. She assists high net worth individuals in estate planning, asset protection and succession matters. She is an expert advisor on strategic investment plans, banking options globally and provides advise on structuring and re-structuring of businesses which fits best in terms of tax planning and wealth management.
Dr. Winand Staring
BUSINESS AMBASSADOR
As a former Dutch Ambassador and U.N. Diplomat, Dr. Staring’s connections are at the highest international level, including high- and top-level decision-makers from business Fortune 500, large companies, financial institutions, family oces, wealth managers, to embassies, entrepreneurs and philanthropists. With a deep knowledge of the Gulf countries, as a former World Bank consultant, Dutch Ambassador, UN diplomat, and Ambassador-at-Large in the MENA region for The Hague Institute for Global Justice, Dr. Staring facilitates & engages with local authorities, institutions, and communities.
Surayya Akeel
MLRO & AML CFT CONSULTANT
Surayya brings over ten years of senior-level experience in AML-CTF compliance and inspections, serving as a Senior Anti Money Laundering Consultant and Head of Inspection within UAE’s free zones and corporate registries. Certified by ACAMS and holding the designation of Certified Global Sanctions Specialist (CGSS), she specializes in due diligence, screening, ongoing monitoring, and the development and implementation of inspection and enforcement regimes. Surayya is also adept at providing AML CFT trainings, audit, and advisory services. Her expertise makes her an invaluable asset to our law firm, ensuring robust compliance solutions for our clients.
Fabiano Prisco
PARTNER - INVESTMENT ADVISOR
Fabiano has an unrivalled knowledge of Investor Immigration Programs across the globe. With his law background and experience over a decade in Immigration Programs, he has obtained EU residency and passports for various nationality holders.
Fabiano assists and guides applicants and clients to acquire citizenship through investment to avail global reach and become global citizens.
Fabiano provides expert advisory services to entrepreneurs to set up their businesses in Europe, corporate structuring, real estate investments, immigration programs, visas and residency in Europe and Brazil.
Farah Azad
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT OFFICER
Farah is a dedicated business development professional at TFLC, where she passionately champions our legal and compliance services. With her proactive approach and strategic initiatives, Farah consistently brings significant value to the firm. Her commitment to promoting our offerings ensures that clients receive unparalleled expertise and support, solidifying our reputation as a trusted legal partner in the industry. She actively identifies market opportunities, does networking and builds the clientele and brand for TFLC.
Sunitha Nazar
MANAGING PARTNER
With strong presence in the Middle East for over a decade in various Regulatory and Compliance positions with Federal and Semi-Government organisations, Sunitha has a proven track record of her forte being Corporate Services, Compliance Services and Legislative Drafting. First-hand experience with establishing and operating Special Economic Zones, handling mergers and acquisitions, advisory services in corporate governance, implementing standard operating procedures and operational framework considering the evolving regulatory requirements for Public and Private sectors. She acts as of-counsel consultant for various projects and investments. She has held oces of the Registrar of Companies and Deputy Director Compliance with Government and Semi-Government organisations being responsible for Regulatory, Governance & Compliance matters.
Anna Kokareva
PARTNER & GENERAL COUNSEL
Anna focuses her practice on domestic and cross-border mergers and acquisitions, international joint ventures and strategic alliances, investments and project finance. In addition to transactional matters, Anna has been advisory to the board of directors on corporate governance, employee benefit schemes and strategic matters, including anti-takeover preparation and defense. She assists high net worth individuals in estate planning, asset protection and succession matters. She is an expert advisor on strategic investment plans, banking options globally and provides advise on structuring and re-structuring of businesses which fits best in terms of tax planning and wealth management.
Dr. Winand Staring
BUSINESS AMBASSADOR
As a former Dutch Ambassador and U.N. Diplomat, Dr. Staring’s connections are at the highest international level, including high- and top-level decision-makers from business Fortune 500, large companies, financial institutions, family oces, wealth managers, to embassies, entrepreneurs and philanthropists. With a deep knowledge of the Gulf countries, as a former World Bank consultant, Dutch Ambassador, UN diplomat, and Ambassador-at-Large in the MENA region for The Hague Institute for Global Justice, Dr. Staring facilitates & engages with local authorities, institutions, and communities
Surayya Akeel
MLRO & AML CFT CONSULTANT
Surayya brings over ten years of senior-level experience in AML-CTF compliance and inspections, serving as a Senior Anti Money Laundering Consultant and Head of Inspection within UAE’s free zones and corporate registries. Certified by ACAMS and holding the designation of Certified Global Sanctions Specialist (CGSS), she specializes in due diligence, screening, ongoing monitoring, and the development and implementation of inspection and enforcement regimes. Surayya is also adept at providing AML CFT trainings, audit, and advisory services. Her expertise makes her an invaluable asset to our law firm, ensuring robust compliance solutions for our clients.
Fabiano Prisco
IMMIGRATION & INVESTMENT ADVISOR
Fabiano has an unrivalled knowledge of Investor Immigration Programs across the globe. With his law background and experience over a decade in Immigration Programs, he has obtained EU residency and passports for various nationality holders.
Fabiano assists and guides applicants and clients to acquire citizenship through investment to avail global reach and become global citizens.
Fabiano provides expert advisory services to entrepreneurs to set up their businesses in Europe, corporate structuring, real estate investments, immigration programs, visas and residency in Europe and Brazil.
Farah Azad
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT OFFICER
Farah is a dedicated business development professional at TFLC, where she passionately champions our legal and compliance services. With her proactive approach and strategic initiatives, Farah consistently brings significant value to the firm. Her commitment to promoting our offerings ensures that clients receive unparalleled expertise and support, solidifying our reputation as a trusted legal partner in the industry. She actively identifies market opportunities, does networking and builds the clientele and brand for TFLC.