Anna is an SQE1 candidate and aspiring solicitor. She is currently preparing for the Solicitors Qualifying Examination (SQE1) with The Academy of Smart Lawyers. Anna is fully committed to qualifying as a Solicitor of England and Wales and leveraging her expertise in intellectual property and media law in an international legal setting.
Education
- Master’s Degree in Law – Kyiv Polytechnic Institute, Ukraine (1999-2004)
- Master’s Degree in Intellectual Property Law – Institute of Intellectual Property and Law, Ukraine (2005-2007)
- Aspiring Solicitor, currently preparing for the Solicitors Qualifying Examination Stage 1 (SQE1) with The Academy of Smart Lawyers
Professional Roles and Specialisations
Anna Sych is a highly experienced copyright and media lawyer with a distinguished career in intellectual property law, film production, and broadcasting. With over 18 years in the industry, she has played a crucial role in legal compliance, copyright protection, and contract negotiations for major TV and film projects.
Her career highlights include:
- Business Manager at Somerset Youth Theatre (UK) – Overseeing contract negotiations, policy development, and budget management.
- Lawyer Business-Partner at a Holding of TV Companies (Ukraine, 2019-2022) – Led legal services during the merger of four major Ukrainian TV channels, establishing new legal support structures for the media sector.
- Lawyer at International Media Center – STB TV Channel (Ukraine, 2013-2019) – Provided legal guidance for high-profile TV projects, including X Factor, Ukraine’s Got Talent, Dancing with the Stars, and Eurovision Song Contest 2022.
- Private Lawyer at Limelight Studio LLC (Ukraine, 2012-2013) – Specialised in copyright protection for television advertising and film production.
- Lawyer at Media Holding Company (Ukraine, 2008-2012) – Led legal compliance for advertising, publishing, and broadcasting.
Anna’s expertise covers contract law, licensing, entertainment law, and international intellectual property rights. She has worked closely with producers, broadcasters, and regulatory bodies to ensure legal compliance in media and entertainment.
Passion and Initiatives
Anna is deeply passionate about media law, intellectual property rights, and legal education. She has dedicated her career to protecting creative professionals, ensuring fair contracts, and advocating for strong copyright protections.
She has also been actively involved in mentoring young legal professionals, conducting seminars on entertainment law, and collaborating with media organisations to develop legal best practices.
Professional Contributions
- Leading legal compliance for major TV and film productions, ensuring adherence to copyright and broadcasting regulations.
- Drafting and negotiating contracts, licensing agreements, and intellectual property documentation for media clients.
- Providing strategic legal advice on copyright and intellectual property disputes.
- Educating industry professionals on media law and entertainment industry regulations.
Vision
By successfully passing SQE1 and progressing through the SQE pathway, Anna aims to strengthen legal protections for creative professionals, ensuring that artists, producers, and content creators receive fair legal representation. She is particularly interested in contributing to entertainment law policy development within England and Wales, advocating for stronger copyright protections and fair business practices in media and broadcasting.
Anna envisions a career where she can bridge the gap between Ukrainian and UK media law, supporting international content creators and media companies in navigating complex legal frameworks. Through her SQE qualification, she aspires to play a key role in shaping the future of entertainment and intellectual property law, helping to create a more equitable and legally secure environment for professionals in the creative industries.
