Antimonopoly/ antitrust regulation in Russia is becoming increasingly strict, and the fines and consequences of violations of such regulations are more and more substantial. Our lawyers have successfully represented clients’ interests before the antimonopoly service both in connection with business inspections and applications for transaction approval. We also professionally fight unfair competition and regularly protect our clients’ business in court.

Our lawyers have been assisting foreign companies to enter the markets of Russia and the CIS for already more than 10 years. We have successfully supported close to 100 investors willing to enter the Russian market. Our extensive consulting experience allows us to handle any projects from various industries such as, for example, retail, manufacturing, sales, IT, hospitality, at any stage. We also work with experienced lawyers from a network of qualified partners practicing law in the CIS countries. These partners are local law firms that perfectly understand local characteristics and requirements. Such cooperation allows planning market entry most effectively as well as avoiding possible risks.

Tax law is always one way or another closely related to other areas of law. It is also one of our key specializations. Our lawyers have a great understanding of tax issues, and this allows them to resolve issues in a comprehensive manner as well as timely identify and prevent tax risks and consequences.

The lawyers at Forte Tax & Law have extensive experience in assisting clients with international tax planning, including transfer pricing which is one of the key practices of the firm. Over the past few years, we have been involved in numerous transfer pricing assignments which were completed for companies operating in various industries in Russia.

We provide legal support at all transaction stages from planning and legal review to advising on issues arising after asset acquisitions or mergers. We also assist in setting up optimal management structures allowing to ensure control and compliance with the requirements of the law as well as increase the transparency of business processes and reduce risks.

When concluding any agreement, it is very important to make allowances for all possible changes in circumstances, liability of the parties and ways of resolving non-standard situations. A well-drafted contract saves time and money and allows for long-term cooperation on transparent terms with minimal risks. And if a commercial dispute arises and the case is brought to court, it is then necessary to devise an effective strategy to minimize or cover possible losses as well as preserve company reputation and, if possible, good relations with the opposing party.

Our lawyers draw from their unique experience and qualifications to provide effective solutions for dispute resolution.
Our lawyers not only select the best means at all litigation stages taking into account the particularities of each case, but they also very often resort to alternative dispute resolution methods. As a result, they increase the likelihood of favorable outcome for clients.

Legal protection of intellectual property is central to the success of companies.

Our lawyers do everything and offer sound solutions to protect client investments in intellectual property.

Liability for labor law violations is getting tougher every year, and courts examining labor disputes tend increasingly to defend the interests of employees over those of employers. The sole solution under such circumstances is to ensure full compliance of internal documents with law requirements.

Moreover, the success of a company is also directly dependent on whether an effective HR policy and KPI system are in place, as well as on well-established relations with trade unions thus preventing possible call for strikes at critical moments and allowing HR mobilization for company growth.

Unlike many, we apply a commercial approach when we tackle labor law issues and we seek to protect business interests as much as possible without violating employee rights.

We assist our clients in preparing all the documents necessary for legal employment in Russia, in particular, in submitting documents for work visas and work permits for foreign employees, and we also advise on complex migration issues.