We have diverse experience and know how to effectively implement your project
We establish effective collaboration with your entire team, with a clear understanding of the goal at hand and our role in the project's success
No standard solutions – every project is one of a kind
25+
years of experience across Russian and international markets
14
partners and counsel
unlimited ideas to tackle your tasks
In working on your project and during negotiations, we excel at listening to all project participants, which allows us to find effective ways to align your interests with those of your counterparts.
We'll tell you if your project needs a broader approach. We work ahead of the curve.
Our Team
A team united by values, with years of experience. Each of us is a recognised expert. Together, we can overcome any challenge.
In our work, we strive to understand your needs and make our collaboration as comfortable as possible for you.
We focus on executing your project perfectly, ensuring you’ll want to return.
Finance Practice
Advising lenders and borrowers, as well as project sponsors
Corporate Practice, Mergers & Acquisitions
M&A, corporate restructurings, private equity, joint ventures, holding and governance structures, MBO/LBO – in all sectors of the economy
Sanctions and Corporate Investigations
Advising on sanctions, challenging sanctions, asset unfreezing, negotiations with regulators, internal investigations
Tax and Tax Disputes
Tax advisory for corporate and finance transactions and disputes, tax restructuring, and assistance with tax audits
Regulatory Practice
Structuring corporate transactions in compliance with regulatory requirements and counter-sanctions measures, coordination of regulatory approvals, and antitrust compliance analysis
Dispute Resolution and International Arbitration
Cross-border disputes, international arbitration, litigation in Russian courts, investigations, bankruptcies, construction disputes, and sports arbitration
Construction, Infrastructure, and PPP
Project initiation, negotiation support, structuring a bankable project, commercial and financial closings
Finance Practice
Advising lenders and borrowers, as well as project sponsors
Construction, Infrastructure, and PPP
Project initiation, negotiation support, structuring a bankable project, commercial and financial closings
Corporate Practice, Mergers & Acquisitions
M&A, corporate restructurings, private equity, joint ventures, holding and governance structures, MBO/LBO — in all sectors of the economy
Sanctions and Corporate Investigations
advising on sanctions, challenging sanctions, asset unfreezing, negotiations with regulators, internal investigations
Tax and Tax Disputes
Tax advisory for corporate and finance transactions and disputes, tax restructuring, and assistance with tax audits
Dispute Resolution and International Arbitration
Cross-border disputes, international arbitration, litigation in Russian courts, investigations, bankruptcies, construction disputes, and sports arbitration
Regulatory Practice
Structuring corporate transactions in compliance with regulatory requirements and counter-sanctions measures, coordination of regulatory approvals, and antitrust compliance analysis
Энергетика и природные ресурсы
Создание совместных предприятий, проекты со сложной контрактной структурой, сопровождение проектов в России и на зарубежных рынках
Банки и финансовые организации
Сделки M&A в банковском секторе, межбанковское кредитование, финансирование участия в кредитах (subparticipation)
Промышленность
Поддержка промышленных предприятий по вхождению новых инвесторов, структурированию холдинговых структур и привлечению финансирования. Регуляторные вопросы
Фармацевтика
и здравоохранение
и здравоохранение
Отраслевые М&A и споры, финансирование строительства объектов здравоохранения
Спорт
Антидопинговые и дисциплинарные разбирательств. Защита спортсменов в Спортивном арбитражном суде в Лозанне и в трибуналах международных спортивных федераций
Информационные и цифровые технологии, телекоммуникации
Финансирование цифровых
платформ, телекоммуникационных компаний и операторов мобильной связи. Корпоративные проекты и споры в отрасли
платформ, телекоммуникационных компаний и операторов мобильной связи. Корпоративные проекты и споры в отрасли
Инфраструктура
и транспорт
и транспорт
Автомобильные и железные дороги, аэропорты, заводы по утилизации отходов, создание исследовательских площадок. Работа с ГЧП и полностью частными проектами
Сельское хозяйство
M&A проекты в АПК, финансирование и разрешение споров в отрасли
Розничная торговля
Сопровождение инвестиций, M&A и совместных предприятий в отрасли. Споры в данной отрасли
Туризм
Строительство и модернизация объектов туристической инфраструктуры и туристических кластеров. ГЧП, сделки M&A и проектное финансирование в отрасли
Автомобильная промышленность
Совместные предприятия в автомобильной отрасли, сделки M&A, структурирование кредитных программ автопроизводителей
Страхование
Сделки M&A в страховом секторе, разрешение споров с участием страховых компаний, страхование в проектном финансировании
Недвижимость
Строительство и приобретение крупных объектов офисной, складской и жилой недвижимости и промышленных объектов. Строительные споры, M&A в сфере недвижимости
Энергетика и природные ресурсы
Создание совместных предприятий, проекты со сложной контрактной структурой, сопровождение проектов в России и на зарубежных рынках
Инфраструктура
и транспорт
и транспорт
Автомобильные и железные дороги, аэропорты, заводы по утилизации отходов, создание исследовательских площадок. Работа с ГЧП и полностью частными проектами
Банки и финансовые организации
Сделки M&A в банковском секторе, межбанковское кредитование, финансирование участия в кредитах (subparticipation)
Промышленность
Поддержка промышленных предприятий по вхождению новых инвесторов, структурированию холдинговых структур и привлечению финансирования. Регуляторные вопросы
Фармацевтика
и здравоохранение
и здравоохранение
Отраслевые М&A и споры, финансирование строительства объектов здравоохранения
Информационные и цифровые технологии, телекоммуникации
Финансирование цифровых
платформ, телекоммуникационных компаний и операторов мобильной связи. Корпоративные проекты и споры в отрасли
платформ, телекоммуникационных компаний и операторов мобильной связи. Корпоративные проекты и споры в отрасли
Спорт
Антидопинговые и дисциплинарные разбирательств. Защита спортсменов в Спортивном арбитражном суде в Лозанне и в трибуналах международных спортивных федераций
Сельское хозяйство
M&A проекты в АПК, финансирование и разрешение споров в отрасли
Розничная торговля
Сопровождение инвестиций, M&A и совместных предприятий в отрасли. Споры в данной отрасли
Туризм
Строительство и модернизация объектов туристической инфраструктуры и туристических кластеров. ГЧП, сделки M&A и проектное финансирование в отрасли
Автомобильная промышленность
Совместные предприятия в автомобильной отрасли, сделки M&A, структурирование кредитных программ автопроизводителей
Страхование
Сделки M&A в страховом секторе, разрешение споров с участием страховых компаний, страхование в проектном финансировании
Недвижимость
Строительство и приобретение крупных объектов офисной, складской и жилой недвижимости и промышленных объектов. Строительные споры, M&A в сфере недвижимости
Practices
Regulatory Practice
Structuring corporate transactions in compliance with regulatory requirements and counter-sanctions measures, coordination of regulatory approvals, and antitrust compliance analysis
Tax and Tax Disputes
Tax advisory for corporate and finance transactions and disputes, tax restructuring, and assistance with tax audits
Dispute Resolution and International Arbitration
Cross-border disputes, international arbitration, litigation in Russian courts, investigations, bankruptcies, construction disputes, and sports arbitration
Sanctions and Corporate Investigations
Advising on sanctions, challenging sanctions, asset unfreezing, negotiations with regulators, internal investigations
Construction, Infrastructure, and PPP
Project initiation, negotiation support, structuring a bankable project, commercial and financial closings
Corporate Practice, Mergers & Acquisitions
M&A, corporate restructurings, private equity, joint ventures, holding and governance structures, MBO/LBO – in all sectors of the economy
Finance Practice
Advising lenders and borrowers, as well as project sponsors
Sectors
Спорт
Антидопинговые и дисциплинарные разбирательств. Защита спортсменов в Спортивном
арбитражном суде в Лозанне и в трибуналах международных спортивных федераций
арбитражном суде в Лозанне и в трибуналах международных спортивных федераций
Фармацевтика
и здравоохранение
и здравоохранение
Отраслевые М&A и споры, финансирование строительства
объектов здравоохранения
объектов здравоохранения
Промышленность
Поддержка промышленных предприятий по вхождению новых инвесторов, структурированию холдинговых структур и привлечению финансирования. Регуляторные вопросы
Информационные
и цифровые технологии, телекоммуникации
и цифровые технологии, телекоммуникации
Финансирование цифровых
платформ, телекоммуникационных компаний и операторов мобильной связи. Корпоративные проекты и споры в отрасли
платформ, телекоммуникационных компаний и операторов мобильной связи. Корпоративные проекты и споры в отрасли
Инфраструктура
и транспорт
и транспорт
Автомобильные и железные дороги, аэропорты, заводы по
утилизации отходов, создание исследовательских площадок. Работа с ГЧП и полностью частными проектами
утилизации отходов, создание исследовательских площадок. Работа с ГЧП и полностью частными проектами
Энергетика и природные ресурсы
Создание совместных предприятий, проекты со сложной контрактной структурой, сопровождение проектов в России и на зарубежных рынках
Банки и финансовые организации
Сделки M&A в банковском секторе, межбанковское кредитование, финансирование участия в кредитах (subparticipation)
Недвижимость
Строительство и приобретение крупных объектов офисной, складской и жилой недвижимости и промышленных объектов. Строительные споры, M&A в сфере недвижимости
Автомобильная промышленность
Совместные предприятия в автомобильной отрасли, сделки
M&A, структурирование кредитных программ автопроизводителей
M&A, структурирование кредитных программ автопроизводителей
Туризм
Строительство и модернизация объектов туристической инфраструктуры и туристических
кластеров. ГЧП, сделки M&A и проектное финансирование в отрасли
кластеров. ГЧП, сделки M&A и проектное финансирование в отрасли
Страхование
Сделки M&A в страховом секторе, разрешение споров с участием страховых компаний, страхование в проектном финансировании
Сельское хозяйство
M&A проекты в АПК, финансирование и разрешение споров в отрасли
Розничная торговля
Сопровождение инвестиций, M&A и совместных предприятий в отрасли. Споры в данной отрасли
Rankings and rewards
Our team holds leading positions in top Russian and international rankings
Our Experience
Financing of the LNG production complex, oil pumping station, and oil condensate pipeline
Advising Inchcape PLC on the sale of its Russian assets to the current management
A concession with the Yamal-Nenets Autonomous Okrug (YNAO) for the design, construction, and operation of the Salekhard airport
Representing the interests of Russian gymnast Ivan Kuliak and his coaches
We achieved commercial close in an unprecedentedly short period – in just one month.
Inchcape PLC is one of the global leaders in retail automotive sales. The transaction was completed in a very short timeframe, before a standardized approach to structuring MBO deals had been established in the Russian M&A market.
Our team of 30 lawyers worked on the project, showing an exceptional ability to bring together the firm’s resources and expertise to offer comprehensive client support on this complex project.
In 2022, Kulyak took part in the Artistic Gymnastics World Cup in Doha. Because of the attire he wore during the competition and the award ceremony, the International Gymnastics Federation considered imposing a penalty on him, up to a lifetime ban. We succeeded in ensuring that the coaches were fully cleared, and Ivan Kulyak received only a minimal sanction — a one-year suspension.
Our Experience
A concession with the Yamal-Nenets Autonomous Okrug (YNAO) for the design, construction, and operation of the Salekhard airport.
Advising Inchcape PLC on the sale of its Russian assets to the current management
Financing of the LNG production complex, oil pumping station, and oil condensate pipeline
Representing the interests of Russian gymnast Ivan Kuliak and his coaches
Our team of 30 lawyers worked on the project, showing an exceptional ability to bring together the firm’s resources and expertise to offer comprehensive client support on this complex project
Inchcape PLC is one of the global leaders in retail automotive sales. The transaction was completed in a very short timeframe, before a standardized approach to structuring MBO deals had been established in the Russian M&A market.
We achieved commercial close in an unprecedentedly short period – in just one month.
In 2022, Kulyak took part in the Artistic Gymnastics World Cup in Doha. Because of the attire he wore during the competition and the award ceremony, the International Gymnastics Federation considered imposing a penalty on him, up to a lifetime ban. We succeeded in ensuring that the coaches were fully cleared, and Ivan Kulyak received only a minimal sanction — a one-year suspension.
About us
This is an exceptional team with a strong track record in project finance, representing the interests of both project companies and lenders
We could feel the team’s genuine commitment to addressing our needs. They presented every possible approach and solution to help us choose the best option
They offer a creative approach and are outstanding lawyers in strategic dispute management. The team has a strong reputation for handling cross-border disputes
They have unique experience representing the interests of investors, the state, and lenders. The practice’s particular strengths lie in concession agreements, financing, and EPC contracts
About us
This is an exceptional team with a strong track record in project finance, representing the interests of both project companies and lenders
We could feel the team’s genuine commitment to addressing our needs. They presented every possible approach and solution to help us choose the best option
They have unique experience representing the interests of investors, the state, and lenders. The practice’s particular strengths lie in concession agreements, financing, and EPC contracts
They offer a creative approach and are outstanding lawyers in strategic dispute management. The team has a strong reputation for handling cross-border disputes
Notable Projects
A solar energy project
Advised a confidential client on the "Matla" solar energy project in South Africa
Establishment of a joint venture
Advising a metallurgical company on the establishment of a joint venture between its Cypriot subsidiary and a Hungarian individual, under which the subsidiary acquired a 49.15% stake in a Hungarian company
An M&A project in Indonesia
Advised Zarubezhneft on its acquisition from Premier Oil of a participating interest in a PSC on the South China Sea shelf in Indonesia, as well as a stake in the joint operating agreement among the investors
An investment project in Western Siberia
Represented a Japanese corporation on corporate and antitrust matters in connection with its investment in a joint venture for the exploration of five subsoil plots in Siberia
Financing the modernisation of an airport
Advised a syndicate of Russian and international banks in connection with the financing of a project for the development and modernisation of an international airport in the Republic of Uzbekistan under a PPP structure
Preparation for litigation in Singapore
Advised a confidential client in connection with a potential lawsuit for defamation and fraudulent misrepresentation arising from a cybersecurity incident
Financing of Cuban companies
Advised a Russian development institution in connection with the financing of several Cuban state-owned companies
Acquisition finance
Advised a major industrial holding on securing financing for the acquisition of a stake in a metallurgical company and the subsequent consolidation of that stake
Trade finance
Advised a Russian bank in connection with the financing of petroleum product supplies by a foreign trader to a number of countries, including the creation of a framework mechanism for financing future deliveries
Financing the construction of a port
Advised banks in connection with the project financing of the construction of a coal seaport in the Russian Far East. The financing is being provided under the Project Financing Factory programme
Financing of mining companies
Advised a Russian bank in connection with the provision of a large syndicated loan to Kazakh mining companies
A wind power generation project
Advised a major company on structuring investments in the Socialist Republic of Vietnam for the development and operation of wind farm parks
Litigation in the United States
We advised a Russian bank in proceedings in Florida (USA) concerning the recognition and enforcement of a Russian court judgment in a case involving the recovery of more than one billion roubles from a Russian businessman
Financing the modernisation of an airport
Advised Tyumen Airport in connection with the financing of the reconstruction of the international and domestic passenger terminal complex at Roshchino International Airport
Arbitration proceedings before the HKIAC
Advised a metallurgical company in HKIAC arbitration proceedings against a contractor in connection with claims for the return of an advance payment under a steel plant construction project
Challenging sanctions and negotiating with OFAC
Conducting negotiations with OFAC on behalf of a confidential client in connection with challenging sanctions imposed on a number of individuals and legal entities
Construction of a mining and processing plant
Advising two major banks on the financing of a mining and processing plant construction project under the Project Financing Factory programme
Potential arbitration proceedings in Vienna
Advising a Russian company — a leader in waste-to-energy production — on a potential ICC arbitration in Vienna concerning an EPC contract
A complex multi-jurisdictional dispute
Advising on a complex multi-jurisdictional corporate dispute involving coal enterprises, including obtaining worldwide disclosure and asset-freezing orders
Financing the modernisation of an airport
Advised Tyumen Airport in connection with the financing of the reconstruction of the international and domestic passenger terminal complex at Roshchino International Airport
Financing the construction of a toll road
Advising a syndicate of lenders in connection with the financing of a project for the construction and toll-based operation of a highway in St. Petersburg
Financing the construction of a mining and processing plant (MPC)
Advising a syndicate of lenders in connection with the financing of the construction of a mining and processing plant in the Republic of Sakha (Yakutia)
Arbitration proceedings before the LCIA
Advising a Russian transportation company in an LMTS-regulated case in London brought by a former employee in connection with allegations of tax evasion in Russia
Establishment of a joint venture
Advising a metallurgical company on the establishment of a joint venture between its Cypriot subsidiary and a Hungarian individual, under which the subsidiary acquired a 49.15% stake in a Hungarian company
An M&A project in Indonesia
Advised Zarubezhneft on its acquisition from Premier Oil of a participating interest in a PSC on the South China Sea shelf in Indonesia, as well as a stake in the joint operating agreement among the investors
An investment project in Western Siberia
Represented a Japanese corporation on corporate and antitrust matters in connection with its investment in a joint venture for the exploration of five subsoil plots in Siberia
A solar energy project
Advised a confidential client on the "Matla" solar energy project in South Africa
Financing the modernisation of an airport
Advised a syndicate of Russian and international banks in connection with the financing of a project for the development and modernisation of an international airport in the Republic of Uzbekistan under a PPP structure
Financing of Cuban companies
Advised a Russian development institution in connection with the financing of several Cuban state-owned companies
Acquisition finance
Advised a major industrial holding on securing financing for the acquisition of a stake in a metallurgical company and the subsequent consolidation of that stake
Trade finance
Advised a Russian bank in connection with the financing of petroleum product supplies by a foreign trader to a number of countries, including the creation of a framework mechanism for financing future deliveries
Financing the construction of a port
Advised banks in connection with the project financing of the construction of a coal seaport in the Russian Far East. The financing is being provided under the Project Financing Factory programme
Construction of a mining and processing plant
Advising two major banks on the financing of a mining and processing plant construction project under the Project Financing Factory programme
A wind power generation project
Advised a major company on structuring investments in the Socialist Republic of Vietnam for the development and operation of wind farm parks
Litigation in the United States
We advised a Russian bank in proceedings in Florida (USA) concerning the recognition and enforcement of a Russian court judgment in a case involving the recovery of more than one billion roubles from a Russian businessman
Arbitration proceedings before the HKIAC
Advised a metallurgical company in HKIAC arbitration proceedings against a contractor in connection with claims for the return of an advance payment under a steel plant construction project
Preparation for litigation in Singapore
Advised a confidential client in connection with a potential lawsuit for defamation and fraudulent misrepresentation arising from a cybersecurity incident
Financing the modernisation of an airport
Advised Magadan Airport in connection with the financing of a project for the construction of a new domestic passenger terminal complex at Magadan International Airport
Construction of a mining and processing plant
Advising two major banks on the financing of a mining and processing plant construction project under the Project Financing Factory programme
Potential arbitration proceedings in Vienna
Advising a Russian company — a leader in waste-to-energy production — on a potential ICC arbitration in Vienna concerning an EPC contract
A complex multi-jurisdictional dispute
Advising on a complex multi-jurisdictional corporate dispute involving coal enterprises, including obtaining worldwide disclosure and asset-freezing orders
Financing the modernisation of an airport
Advised Tyumen Airport in connection with the financing of the reconstruction of the international and domestic passenger terminal complex at Roshchino International Airport
Financing the construction of a toll road
Advising a syndicate of lenders in connection with the financing of a project for the construction and toll-based operation of a highway in St. Petersburg
Financing the construction of a mining and processing plant (MPC)
Advising a syndicate of lenders in connection with the financing of the construction of a mining and processing plant in the Republic of Sakha (Yakutia)
Arbitration proceedings before the LCIA
Advising a Russian transportation company in an LMTS-regulated case in London brought by a former employee in connection with allegations of tax evasion in Russia
Challenging sanctions and negotiating with OFAC
Conducting negotiations with OFAC on behalf of a confidential client in connection with challenging sanctions imposed on a number of individuals and legal entities
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We are defined, above all, by our people. We are committed to preserving and strengthening the corporate culture we have built over more than 25 years. We provide talented and ambitious professionals with a platform for growth. Together, we are a strong team, ready to support our clients in tackling complex challenges.
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