We understand that you might feel overwhelmed with different laws, mentality and day-to-day practices in Russia.

Our law firm unites licensed Russian and U.S. attorneys who can assist with various legal matters.

CIVIL LAW

• Commercial agreements of any kind (sale-purchase, distributions, delivery, services, IT, construction, donation, loan, etc.)
  Our clients often seek advice on contract and customs issues. We represent our clients in various international contract matters and ensure that their interests are protected early in the process and the contract arrangements will not force you or your business into an uncontrolled situation in the future. However, if you find that you need to defend your interests in a Russian court, we will be glad to represent you there.
• Inheritance and related issues
• Construction & Real estate
• Power of attorney and apostille
• Civil law suits in Russian courts

INTERNATIONAL LAW

• Conflicts of laws
• Bilingual contracts
• Export / Import contracts
• Dispute resolution
• International divorces , child custody, child kidnapping, custody agreements
• Enforcement of judgments in Russia and in the U.S.
• Legal opinions on Russian law for U.S. courts
• Contract law suits in Russian courts

CRIMINAL LAW

• Arrest and detainment in Russia
• Economic crimes (bankruptcy, money laundering, fraud, embezzlement, IT, banking)
• Drug related crimes
• Crimes against constitutional rights
• Transport crimes
• Bribery
• Contraband
• Espionage
• Extradition

REPRESENTATION

• Representation in Russian courts of any level
• Representation in government bodies (civil, administrative, criminal matters)

CORPORATE LAW

• Advising on corporate structure and requirements
• Preparation of initial corporate documents (Charter, Resolution, etc.)
• Registering legal entity with applicable authorities (the State Registry, Tax Service, Pension Fund).
• Accreditation of representative office, branch of foreign entities in Russia
• Amendments to the State Registry of Legal Entities (replacement of members, director general, etc.)
• Corporate conflicts
• Dissolution

Our clients often face problems with starting business in Russia and finding suitable solutions for their business. The most popular legal entity structures for foreign investors in Russia are:

• Representative office of a foreign legal entity in Russia;
• Russian company affiliate (or subsidiary) of the foreign company;
• Direct sales on the territory of Russia;
• Sales through a distribution contract with a local entity. We have a multi-year experience providing guidance and assistance on these matters.

FAMILY LAW

Our attorneys often represent citizens of various countries in divorce proceedings in Russia and in other family related matters. If you interested to sponsor your relative for immigrant visa in the U.S., our office can assist as well.

PLEASE NOTE: If you are in Russia and you have an emergency matter, we recommend that you contact your embassy in Russia. Most embassies provide emergency assistance contact information.

U.S. citizens are advised to contact the American Citizen Services located at the U.S. Embassy in Russia 9 am-5 pm or call one of the phone numbers provided by the U.S. Embassy in Russia. Click for the U.S. Embassy contact information… P