Ilia Trufanov is an Associate based in the Paris office of Trinity International.

Ilia focuses on the renewable energy sector, with his primary areas of expertise including concession agreements, power purchase agreements (PPAs), and construction-related contracts, such as EPC contracts and O&M agreements.

Prior to joining Trinity, Ilia trained across several law firms and energy companies before taking on a role as Legal Counsel at EDF Renouvelables. In this position, he worked on renewable energy projects, with particular expertise in the negotiation and execution of EPC contracts and O&M agreements. His work has spanned a diverse range of technologies, including solar, onshore and offshore wind, and battery storage, giving him a broad and practical understanding of the sector’s legal and commercial landscape.

Ilia holds an LL.M. in Energy and Natural Resources Law from Queen Mary University of London, as well as a Master’s degree in International Financial Law and a Bachelor’s degree in International Public Law from the Moscow State Institute of International Relations (MGIMO).

Ilia is admitted to practice law in France. A native Russian speaker, he is also fluent in French and English.