Yelyzaveta Shevchenko

Yelyzaveta “Lyz” Shevchenko is a paralegal at the Krudys Law Firm. She obtained her bachelor’s degree in Political Science and History with a minor in European Studies from the Virginia Commonwealth University. During her studies, Ms. Shevchenko interned at the Virginia Department of Historic Resources and the Valentine Museum, where she expanded her knowledge and appreciation of Richmond’s history, policies, people, and culture. Ms. Shevchenko graduated summa cum laude in 2019. Since then, she spent several years working as a technical writer before pursuing her longstanding interest in law by working as an immigration paralegal at a national law firm.

Her passion for social justice and civil rights brought her to the Krudys Firm, where she strives to help clients receive the highest quality legal assistance throughout all steps of the litigation process. When not at work, Ms. Shevchenko loves watercolor painting, antiquing, and exploring Richmond and beyond.