Beyond the courtroom, Konanova is architecting the future of her firm. As the head of Selendy Gay’s recruiting and training programs , she is credited with building a "new" kind of legal team. Her focus on mentorship and professional development has earned her recognition as a "Rising Star" and one of the 40 Under 40 by Bloomberg Law and Crain’s New York Business .
In the fast-evolving legal landscape of 2026, few names carry as much weight in high-stakes commercial litigation as Lena Konanova . A founding partner at Selendy Gay, Konanova has become a central figure in defining the "new" standard for modern litigators: combining aggressive commercial strategy with a deep commitment to public interest. A New Standard in Commercial Disputes lena konanova new
What makes the "new" Lena Konanova such a formidable force is her refusal to separate high-value corporate law from social justice. She has consistently leveraged her expertise to protect the rights of individuals against powerful institutions: Beyond the courtroom, Konanova is architecting the future