Yuri is a seasoned business and estate law practitioner with over 25 years of experience. His approach is characterized by pragmatism, dependability, and timeliness, making him a reliable partner for clients navigating both simple and complex business transactions and tax matters.
Yuri focuses on the negotiation and structuring of business and estate/trust transactions, including acquisitions, mergers, and joint ventures. He also assists in the formation, organization, and operation of various business entities, guiding clients through the complexities of legal requirements and best practices. Furthermore, Yuri provides strategic advice on business succession planning and wealth transfer, whether it involves intra-family arrangements, key employee considerations, or joint ventures, helping clients secure their legacies. Lastly, he offers governance and management advice for nonprofit organizations, ensuring compliance and effective operation within the legal framework.
Yuri is known for his innovative solutions to the challenges faced by limited liability companies and other pass-through entities. He has successfully structured special allocations and preferred returns for complex business relationships, demonstrating his ability to navigate intricate legal landscapes. He also assists business owners and high-net-worth individuals with all aspects of their estate planning, including gifting and generational wealth transfer, and estate administration.
Yuri joined the firm along with his colleagues from Moss & Barnett in 2026. In addition to being an inactive Certified Public Accountant, Yuri earned his J.D., cum laude, from William Mitchell College of Law and his B.A. in accounting, also cum laude, from Gustavus Adolphus College.