A counterparty is not paying
Recovery of debts arising from supply, construction, service and other contractual obligations.
Business Disputes & Protection
Commercial Litigation in Russian Courts
We protect business interests in commercial disputes — from assessing the prospects and seeking interim measures to cassation review and the Russian Supreme Court.
We represent claimants and defendants across Russia in the state commercial courts, which hear economic disputes.
What Happened?
A claim has been brought against your company
We assess the claimant’s demands, the evidence and possible defense strategies.
You need to challenge a court decision
Appeal, cassation and the Russian Supreme Court — we analyze errors made by the lower courts.
A counterparty is breaching the contract
Performance of obligations, termination, damages and contractual liability.
You need to protect assets urgently
Interim measures, restrictions, attachments and other procedural tools.
A complex commercial dispute
Corporate, insolvency and other disputes involving extensive documentation and multiple parties.
Nikolay NemkovManaging Partner, Konsultant Law Firm
Nikolay Nemkov on Commercial Litigation in Russian Courts
What should be assessed before court proceedings begin
- 01We first assess the evidence and the legal position.
- 02We consider whether the proceedings make economic sense.
- 03We consider not only the judgment, but also how it can ultimately be enforced.
Our Approach
Strategy First. Proceedings Second.
We do not begin a court dispute by drafting a claim. We first review the documents, evidence, financial interest, the other party’s position and whether a future judgment can realistically be enforced.
01
Assess the Economic Rationale
02
Build the Evidence Strategy
03
Anticipate the Opponent’s Actions
04
Run the Case Around the Client’s Ultimate Business Objective
What Commercial Litigation Representation Includes
Analyze the Matter
- documents
- contracts
- correspondence
- court practice
- evidence
- procedural deadlines
Develop the Strategy
- claims
- defenses
- interim measures
- risks
- alternative scenarios
Prepare the Proceedings
- statement of claim
- defense
- counterclaim
- motions
- evidence
- formal demands
- procedural documents
Represent the Client in Court
- first instance
- appeal
- cassation
- the Russian Supreme Court where legally justified
Support the Outcome
- enforcement documents
- legal costs
- further enforcement within the agreed scope
Court Practice
Results in Real Cases
RUB 700,000
Defended Against a RUB 700,000 Claim for Consulting Services
The customer sought repayment of the entire contract price, alleging that the services had not been provided. We confirmed the contractor’s actual work through correspondence and materials delivered to the customer. The court dismissed the RUB 700,000 claim, and the appellate court upheld the decision.
RUB 2.6 million
Recovered RUB 2.6 Million After Cassation Review
The initial court decisions were set aside on cassation and the case was remitted for a new hearing. The client’s claims were increased to RUB 2.6 million and granted. The final result was upheld by the higher courts. The client actually received the awarded money.
RUB 20+ million
Confirmed Debt of More Than RUB 20 Million in Commercial Court
In the Commercial Court of the Krasnoyarsk Territory (Арбитражный суд Красноярского края), a debt of more than RUB 20 million owed to the client was confirmed.
RUB 15+ million
Protected More Than RUB 15 Million in a Transaction Challenge Dispute
In a dispute challenging transactions, we protected the client’s property interest worth more than RUB 15 million.
RUB 2,511,004.66
Court awarded RUB 2.51 million in truck damages beyond the insurance payout
Our client’s International tractor unit was damaged in a collision with a BelAZ operated by an employee of Irbinsky Rudnik LLC. The insurer paid RUB 400,000 under Russia’s compulsory motor third-party liability insurance (OSAGO). The court ordered the driver’s employer to pay an additional RUB 2,511,004.66 in damages. The claim was granted in part.
RUB 1,077,311.80
Court awarded RUB 1.08 million in unpaid fees for lift maintenance and repairs
The management company made partial payments for lift maintenance and repairs but did not settle the outstanding balance. The court ordered ООО УК «Содружество-Сервис» to pay ООО «Ритол» RUB 1,077,311.80 in principal debt and RUB 50,888 in court fee reimbursement, a total of RUB 1,128,199.80.
RUB 3,938,309.80
Court refused to reopen a RUB 3.94 million recovery judgment against the debtor
Bury LLC (ООО «Бурый») sought to reopen the judgment of 5 October 2022 ordering it to pay sole proprietor Aleksey Boykov (ИП Бойков Алексей Васильевич) RUB 3,938,309.80. On 1 November 2024, the court rejected the application. The earlier award was not set aside by this ruling.
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Konsultant Law Firm
The firm has been practicing since 2007. We handle litigation and complex legal matters for businesses in Krasnoyarsk, Moscow and other regions of Russia.
Since 2007
in legal practice
1,000+
court proceedings
Across Russia
Krasnoyarsk • Moscow • other regions
What Our Clients Say
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ООО «Герефорд»
More Than 10 Contracts and 3 Years of Legal Support
Related Practice: Ongoing Legal Support for Business
ООО «СОЮЗ-АВТО»
Comprehensive Legal Support for a Major Enterprise
Related Practice: Ongoing Legal Support for Business
Not Every Dispute Should Be Taken to Court
If, after reviewing the documents, we conclude that litigation does not make economic sense or that the prospects do not justify the likely cost, we say so before entering into an engagement.
- The value of the dispute is disproportionate to the cost of proceedings.
- The available evidence is objectively insufficient.
- Even a successful judgment would be practically impossible to enforce.
Our task is not to sell litigation, but to find a rational way to protect the client’s interests.
How We Start Working on the Matter
01You Describe the Situation
02We Review the Key Documents
03We Define the Task and the Scope of the Initial Analysis
04We Prepare a Proposal for Further Legal Work
Initial Legal AssessmentLegal consultation with review of the matter — from RUB 5,000
Who Works on the Matter
Konsultant Law Firm Lawyers
Managing Partner, Konsultant Law Firm
Nikolay Nemkov
More than 20 years of practice in complex property and corporate disputes. Practicing insolvency practitioner.
Commercial Litigation Questions
How much does representation in a Russian commercial court cost?
The cost depends on the volume of documents, the complexity of the dispute, the amount in controversy, the number of parties and the expected number of court instances. After the initial assessment, we define the scope of work and the fee.
Can the prospects be assessed before a claim is filed?
Yes. This requires reviewing the documents, evidence, applicable deadlines, the potential defendant’s position and current court practice.
Do you work only in Krasnoyarsk?
No. The firm handles matters in different regions of Russia. The format of representation depends on the particular court and the circumstances of the case.
Can you join a case after the proceedings have already started?
Yes. We first review the case file and the procedural steps already taken, and then assess the available options for further defense or representation.
Can legal representation costs be recovered?
Legal representation costs may be claimed in accordance with the applicable procedural rules. The final recoverable amount is determined by the court.
Can you handle an appeal or cassation after another lawyer represented the client?
Yes. We first analyze the court decisions, the case file and the parties’ actions in the previous instances.
Let Us Review Your Situation
Briefly describe your situation and tell us which documents you have. We will clarify the issue and the documents needed. A legal consultation involving a review of your matter starts at RUB 5,000. We will agree on the scope and fee before starting the work.
Have Court Proceedings Already Started? Do Not Lose Procedural Time.
Send us the key documents. We will determine where the analysis should begin.