Who is Maxim Churkin in the Epstein files?

Maxim Churkin is the son of Vitaly Churkin, who served as Russia's Permanent Representative to the United Nations from 2006 until his death in 2017. The Epstein documents show that Jeffrey Epstein helped Maxim secure employment at a New York wealth management firm in 2016 and personally mentored him on American business practices, while maintaining regular contact through his assistant Lesley Groff.

What kind of help did Epstein provide to Maxim Churkin?

Epstein arranged Maxim's first job at a wealth management firm following his graduation from Columbia Business School. The correspondence shows Epstein personally coaching Maxim on 'American biz habits,' coordinating interviews, requesting updated resumes, and maintaining regular check-ins through multiple scheduled meetings at Epstein's Manhattan residence. Epstein emphasized that this assistance should remain confidential.

How often did Maxim Churkin meet with Jeffrey Epstein?

Calendar entries show multiple scheduled appointments between 2016 and 2017, including meetings in May, July, and August 2016, and January 2017. These were typically 30-minute appointments at Epstein's residence, often scheduled on the same days as meetings with other prominent figures like Leon Black, suggesting Epstein maintained an active relationship with Maxim during his job search and early career.

What happened after Vitaly Churkin died?

After Vitaly Churkin's sudden death from heart failure in February 2017, Epstein wrote to contacts stating that the diplomat's passing had disrupted his plans and that he might return to assist the family. Prior to his death, Churkin had thanked Epstein for being 'a great teacher' to Maxim, according to news reports about the released documents.

Who is Maxim Churkin in the Epstein files?

Maxim Churkin is the son of Vitaly Churkin, who served as Russia's Permanent Representative to the United Nations from 2006 until his death in 2017. The Epstein documents show that Jeffrey Epstein helped Maxim secure employment at a New York wealth management firm in 2016 and personally mentored him on American business practices, while maintaining regular contact through his assistant Lesley Groff.

What kind of help did Epstein provide to Maxim Churkin?

Epstein arranged Maxim's first job at a wealth management firm following his graduation from Columbia Business School. The correspondence shows Epstein personally coaching Maxim on 'American biz habits,' coordinating interviews, requesting updated resumes, and maintaining regular check-ins through multiple scheduled meetings at Epstein's Manhattan residence. Epstein emphasized that this assistance should remain confidential.

How often did Maxim Churkin meet with Jeffrey Epstein?

Calendar entries show multiple scheduled appointments between 2016 and 2017, including meetings in May, July, and August 2016, and January 2017. These were typically 30-minute appointments at Epstein's residence, often scheduled on the same days as meetings with other prominent figures like Leon Black, suggesting Epstein maintained an active relationship with Maxim during his job search and early career.

What happened after Vitaly Churkin died?

After Vitaly Churkin's sudden death from heart failure in February 2017, Epstein wrote to contacts stating that the diplomat's passing had disrupted his plans and that he might return to assist the family. Prior to his death, Churkin had thanked Epstein for being 'a great teacher' to Maxim, according to news reports about the released documents.

Back to People & Entities

Maxim Churkin

Person

498

Total Mentions

447

Documents

232

Connected Entities

Russian diplomat, former Deputy UN Ambassador, referenced in Epstein-related documents

Maxim Churkin is the son of Vitaly Churkin, Russia's former UN Ambassador, who received career assistance from Jeffrey Epstein in 2016. The documents reveal extensive correspondence showing Epstein helped arrange employment for Maxim at a wealth management firm in New York and mentored him on 'American business habits.'

Maxim Churkin appears in high-signal personal correspondence and calendar appointments throughout 2016-2017. The emails show direct communication between Epstein's assistant Lesley Groff and Maxim regarding job placement, interview scheduling, and resume updates. Calendar entries document multiple in-person meetings at Epstein's residence, including appointments scheduled alongside other notable figures like Leon Black and Terje Rød-Larsen. The relationship was substantive enough that Epstein personally mentored Maxim and maintained confidentiality about the arrangement, telling Vitaly Churkin 'any Maxim help is confidential.'

Key Highlights

•Epstein arranged Maxim's first job at a wealth management firm, which began after Labor Day 2016
•Multiple scheduled meetings at Epstein's Manhattan residence, often on the same days as appointments with Leon Black and other high-profile individuals
•Personal mentorship relationship where Epstein coached Maxim on 'American biz habits' and professional development
•The assistance was explicitly described as confidential by Epstein in correspondence with Maxim's father
•After Vitaly Churkin's sudden death in February 2017, Epstein offered to help the family

Frequently Asked Questions

Document Mentions (20 of 447)

EFTA00323827.pdf

EFTA00323827

2 mentions

Jun 2016 13:24:19 +0000 Hello Maxim...reconfirming we will see you today at 3pm at Jeffrey's home! thank you, Lesley > On Jun 6, 2016, at 9:44 AM, Churkin, Maxim wrote: > Thank you! See you tomorrow! >> On Jun 6, 2016, at 09:44, Lesley Groff < wrote: >> >> Tomorrow at 3pm would be .erfe t' >> Jef

From: Lesley Groff <MIMIII > To: Maxim Churkin Subject: Re: Jeffrey Epstein Date: Tue, 07 Jun 2016 13:24:19 +0000 Hello Maxim...reconfirming we will see you today at 3pm at Jeffrey's home! than

EFTA00442894.pdf

EFTA00442894

2 mentions

From: Lesley Groff To: Maxim Churkin Subject: Re: Jeffrey Epstein Date: Wed, 18 Jan 2017 21:40:26 +0000 Hi Maxim...unfortunately, Jeffrey has had some plane issues and will not be in

unfortunately, Jeffrey has had some plane issues and will not be in the city until around noon tomorrow...to be on the On Jan 18, 2017, at 7:56 AM, Churkin, Maxim < > wrote: Lesley, My phone is acting up, apologies for the previous e-mails, sent them by accident. Yes, 11 am is fine as well. Max On 1

EFTA00448719.pdf

EFTA00448719

2 mentions

your name (I would take ID)! Hope you have a super time! Below are the girls who are going...YOU get to be the man :) On Mar 30, 2017, at 6:23 PM, Churkin, Maxim wrote: Hey Lesly, I'd love to go! When can I pick up the ticket to the event? Sent from my iPhone On Mar 30, 2017, at 15:42, Lesley Groff

From: Lesley Groff To: Maxim Churkin Subject: Re: Jeffrey Epstein: Hasty Pudding Order of the Golden Sphinx 2017 Date: Fri, 31 Mar 2017 12:30:24 +0000 Good morning Maxim! So happy you

Sponsored

EFTA00459778.pdf

EFTA00459778

2 mentions

From: Lesley Groff <MIEll > To: Jeffrey Epstein Subject: Maxim Churkin Date: Thu, 20 Jul 2017 15:06:46 +0000 Maxim Churkin is asking if he could come meet with you...please advise. Thurs. July 20, 2017 LSJ-NY 8:50am Depart LSJ 12:26pm Arrive NY 2:00pm Appt w/Jabor Y.

EFTA00439933.pdf

EFTA00439933

2 mentions

From: "jeffrey E." To: Subject: Re: Maxim Churkin Date: Thu, 01 Dec 2016 20:58:55 +0000 Ok On Thu, Dec 1, 2016 at 3:52 PM > wrote: I have moved Maxim Churkin to 2:30pm to accommodate Kathy's new t

E Conf. Call w/Patrick Sullivan and Kevin Curran 12:45pm Appt 1:30 Appt w/Eva and Dr Fisch (Eva (2:00pm Janusz/Leo to make an airport rem) 2:30pm Maxim Churkin 4:00pm Appt w/Yitaly Churkin she will come directly after her class ends at noon (Dr. Fisch: EFTA00439933

EFTA00442900.pdf

EFTA00442900

2 mentions

From: Lesley Groff To: Maxim Churkin Subject: Re: Jeffrey Epstein Date: Wed, 18 Jan 2017 21:42:25 +0000 you;re the best! thanks > On Jan 18, 2017, at 4:41 PM, Churkin, Maxim wrote:

roff To: Maxim Churkin Subject: Re: Jeffrey Epstein Date: Wed, 18 Jan 2017 21:42:25 +0000 you;re the best! thanks > On Jan 18, 2017, at 4:41 PM, Churkin, Maxim wrote: > • Lesley, > Of course O 3.30 tomorrow it is. > On 1/18/17, 4:40 PM, "Lesley Groff" wrote: • Hi Maxim...unfortunately, Jeffrey

Sponsored

EFTA00319793.pdf

EFTA00319793

2 mentions

From: To: Maxim Churkin Subject: Re: Jeffrey Epstein Date: Tue, 06 Sep 2016 13:59:51 +0000 great. thanks > On Sep 6, 2016, at 9:59 AM, Churkin, Maxim < > wrote: > Good

From: To: Maxim Churkin Subject: Re: Jeffrey Epstein Date: Tue, 06 Sep 2016 13:59:51 +0000 great. thanks > On Sep 6, 2016, at 9:59 AM, Churkin, Maxim < > wrote: > Good morning, I will be there! > • Regards, > • Max >> On Sep 6, 2016, at 09:57, wrote: >> >> Hello Max. Reconfirming yo

EFTA00667480.pdf

EFTA00667480

2 mentions

From: Lesley Groff <MIEll > To: Jefffrey Epstein <[email protected]> Subject: Maxim Churkin Date: Thu, 20 Jul 2017 15:06:46 +0000 Maxim Churkin is asking if he could come meet with you...please advise. Thurs. July 20, 2017 LSJ-NY 8:50am De

EFTA00448718.pdf

EFTA00448718

2 mentions

From: Lesley Groff To: Maxim Churkin Subject: Re: Jeffrey Epstein: Hasty Pudding Order of the Golden Sphinx 2017 Date: Fri, 31 Mar 2017 12:29:54 +0000 Good morning Maxim! So happy you

en your name to the organizers of the event... you just need to show up and you give them your name (I would take ID)! On Mar 30, 2017, at 6:23 PM, Churkin, Maxim cza wrote: Hey Lesly, Pd love to go! When can I pick up the ticket to the event? Sent from my iPhone On Mar 30, 2017, at 15:42, Lesley Gro

Sponsored

EFTA00324031.pdf

EFTA00324031

2 mentions

From: Lesley Groff <MIMIII > To: Maxim Churkin Subject: Re: Jeffrey Epstein Date: Thu, 02 Jun 2016 14:41:13 +0000 GREAT. > on Jun 2, 2016, at 10:38 AM, Churkin, Maxim < ) wrote: > • Hello Le

esley Groff <MIMIII > To: Maxim Churkin Subject: Re: Jeffrey Epstein Date: Thu, 02 Jun 2016 14:41:13 +0000 GREAT. > on Jun 2, 2016, at 10:38 AM, Churkin, Maxim < ) wrote: > • Hello Lesley! > • Thank you! Will do! > • Best regards, > Maxim >> on Jun 2, 2016, at 10:30, Lesley Groff < > wrote: >

EFTA00321380.pdf

EFTA00321380

2 mentions

effrey Epstein Date: Mon, 01 Aug 2016 18:25:21 +0000 Lesley, thank you very much! From: Lesley Groff Date: Monday, August 1, 2016 at 2:23 PM To: Maxim Churkin Subject: Jeffrey Epstein Hello Maxim. Jeffrey requested I send you the below. Thanks, Lesley An Glass <AGlass®bbaN mgmt.com> 12:36 PM (32 minutes

From: "Churkin, Maxim" <I To: Lesley Groff <1 Subject: Re: Jeffrey Epstein Date: Mon, 01 Aug 2016 18:25:21 +0000 Lesley, thank you very much! From: Lesley Grof

EFTA00439435.pdf

EFTA00439435

2 mentions

From: Lesley Groff <MIMIII > To: Maxim Churkin Subject: Re: Jeffrey Epstein Date: Thu, 17 Nov 2016 19:16:08 +0000 Maxim, Jeffrey is asking for you to give him a and I will connect you! When mi

16 19:16:08 +0000 Maxim, Jeffrey is asking for you to give him a and I will connect you! When might you be available? On Nov 17, 2016, at 1:32 PM, Churkin, Maxim < a wrote: Hello Lesley! Would be possible to meet with Jeffrey? I would like to discuss my internship and ask for guidance going forward.

Sponsored

EFTA00439931.pdf

EFTA00439931

2 mentions

From: Lesley Groff <MIEll > To: Jefffi-ey Epstein <[email protected]> , Janusz Banasiak ' , Cc: (M) merwin dela cruz Subject: Maxim Churkin Date: Thu, 01 Dec 2016 20:52:38 +0000 I have moved Maxim Churkin to 2:30pm to accommodate new time of 10am with you! Fri Dec. 2, 2016 NY Reminder:

will come directly after her class ends at noon 1:30 Appt w/Eva and Dr Fisch (Eva: (Dr. Fisch: (2:00pm Janusz/Leo to make an airport run) 2:30pm Maxim Churkin 4:00pm Appt w/Pitaly Churkin (MM EFTA00439931

EFTA00440238.pdf

EFTA00440238

2 mentions

From: Lesley Groff <MINIII > To: Jefffrey Epstein <[email protected]> Subject: Maxim Churkin Date: Fri, 09 Dec 2016 17:27:28 +0000 Maxim Churkin has dropped off a little gift for you at the house Sent from my iPhone EFTA00440238

EFTA00320028.pdf

EFTA00320028

2 mentions

efffrey Epstein Subject: Maxim Churkin Date: Thu, 25 Aug 2016 12:28:13 +0000 Sent from my iPhone Begin forwarded message: 2016 at 811.1 1 From: "Churkin, Maxim" Date: August 25, To: Lesley Groff Subject: Re: Jeffrey ps Good morning, Lesley! I will be meeting with Ari tomorrow morning (he was on va

From: Lesley Groff To: Jefffrey Epstein Subject: Maxim Churkin Date: Thu, 25 Aug 2016 12:28:13 +0000 Sent from my iPhone Begin forwarded message: 2016 at 811.1 1 From: "Churkin, Maxim" Date: August 25, To: Les

Sponsored

EFTA00285348.pdf

EFTA00285348

2 mentions

l w/Dr. Merrell and Caitlin la, conf code 517506# Wed. Jan. 25, 2017 PB 2:30pm Phone Date w/Dr. Jim Watson (Me Thurs. Jan. 26, 2017 PB Reminder: Maxim Churkin to meet with Glen Dubin today at 3:30pm 4:00pm Phone Date w/Leon Black Fri Jan 27 2017 PB-LSJ 7:06am Depart PB 11:32am STT Time (10:32am EST) Arr

:32pm Arrive NY 7:10pm to depart Miami via MI/112 (Rec. Tues. Ian. 10, 2017 NY 9:00am BREAKFAST w/Ehud and Tom Pritzker (Ehud 1 12:00 pm LUNCH w/Churkin and TOM Pritzker (Churkin 3:00pm Appt w/Larry Deism? ( 1 4:30pm Appt 1v/Michael Wolff ( (Tom (Tom. EFTA00285349 5:00pm Appt w/Deepak _Wed. Ja

EFTA00324682.pdf

EFTA00324682

2 mentions

pstein <jeevacation®gmail.com> Cc: L n fontanilla Jo.° Fontanilla merwin dela cruz Subject: Maxim Churkin Date: Tue, 24 May 2016 16:27:48 +0000 Maxim Churkin is confirmed to come see you at 4:30 on Thursday Thurs. Mayj6, 2016 NY Reminder: on holiday May 26-30/Bebe to cover for Me! Reminder:Moff to go t

From: To: Jefffrey Epstein <jeevacation®gmail.com> Cc: L n fontanilla Jo.° Fontanilla merwin dela cruz Subject: Maxim Churkin Date: Tue, 24 May 2016 16:27:48 +0000 Maxim Churkin is confirmed to come see you at 4:30 on Thursday Thurs. Mayj6, 2016 NY Reminder: on holiday Ma

EFTA00321968.pdf

EFTA00321968

2 mentions

From: ==. > To: Maxim Churkin Subject: Re: Jeffrey Epstein Date: Mon, 25 Jul 2016 14:17:00 +0000 HI Maxim...let me speak with Jeffrey and get back to you! thanks, > On Jul 25

y Epstein Date: Mon, 25 Jul 2016 14:17:00 +0000 HI Maxim...let me speak with Jeffrey and get back to you! thanks, > On Jul 25, 2016, at 10:12 AM, Churkin, Maxim < > wrote: > Good morning, > • Would it be possible for me to have a brief meeting with Mr. Epstein? I have prepared a few questions that

Sponsored

EFTA00448717.pdf

EFTA00448717

2 mentions

From: Lesley Groff To: Maxim Churkin Subject: Re: Jeffrey Epstein: Hasty Pudding Order of the Golden Sphinx 2017 Date: Fri, 31 Mar 2017 12:29:24 +0000 Good morning Maxim! So happy you

2:29:24 +0000 Good morning Maxim! So happy you can make this! I have given your name to the organizers of the event... On Mar 30, 2017, at 6:23 PM, Churkin, Maxim wrote: Hey Lesly, I'd love to go! When can I pick up the ticket to the event? Sent from my iPhone On Mar 30, 2017, at 15:42, Lesley Groff

EFTA00442920.pdf

EFTA00442920

2 mentions

ubject: Re: Jeffrey Epstein Date: Wed, 18 Jan 2017 12:49:00 +0000 Maxim...can we scoot you to Ilam tomorrow please? > On Jan 17, 2017, at 9:58 AM, Churkin, Maxim < > wrote: > • Perfect, 10 am Thursday, January 19th. > On 1/17/17, 9:57 AM, "Lesley Groff" < wrote: • how about 10am? >> On Jan 17, 20

From: Lesley Groff <a To: Maxim Churkin Subject: Re: Jeffrey Epstein Date: Wed, 18 Jan 2017 12:49:00 +0000 Maxim...can we scoot you to Ilam tomorrow please? > On Jan 17, 2017, at 9:58 A

Sponsored

Connected Entities(20 of 232)

Jeffrey Epstein

Maxim Churkin

Key Highlights

Frequently Asked Questions

Related Links

Document Mentions (20 of 447)

Connected Entities(20 of 232)

Maxim Churkin

Key Highlights

Frequently Asked Questions

Related Links

Document Mentions (20 of 447)

Connected Entities(20 of 232)