Leading the Way
in Russian Law

We advise local and international companies with different industrial background in Russia and CIS About

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Representing one of the world’s largest seed producers, removing the client from exposure to a major claim circa RUR 100 mln. for restitution of damages in a case which would otherwise have impacted the client’s reputation
Representing a Russian subsidiary of a Dutch company offering foundry services for MEMS manufacturing in a dispute with the Russian customs authority (COC); successful appeal against the customs authority's decision on bringing the client to administrative responsibility for violation of currency legislation
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Lidings Team Achieved Removal of Global Japanese IT Corporation from Parallel Import List in Russia
Lidings Intellectual Property team representing a global Japanese IT and gaming corporation achieved the exclusion of the company's brand from the public list of goods allowed for parallel import. The exclusion of brands from the parallel import list means that the Ministry of Industry and Trade is ready to go forward with meeting the needs of companies that continue to do business in Russia.
Restriction Impossible to be Registered: Lidings Team Defends Interests of Major Russian Pharmaceutical Manufacturer in Patent Dispute Over Registration of Generic
Lidings Intellectual Property team has helped a major Russian pharmaceutical manufacturer, Groteks, to terminate unlawful interim relief in a patent infringement dispute. The court's decision not only sets a legal precedent, but is a landmark case for the entire industry. If the practice of such interim relief had been endorsed by the Intellectual Property Court, the balance of interests existing in the pharmaceutical market could have been disturbed.
Sanctions Watch in Russia: Advising Business
A combination of extensive and complex trade sanctions and export controls against Russia imposed by EU, US and UK starting February 24th 2022 inevitably affected local and multinational companies in Russia. In response the Russian government imposed its own retaliatory measures affecting the business in the country. Lidings closely monitors the developments of the current situation and offer complex assistance on various issues related to sanctions, helping our clients to maintain operations under the conditions of turbulence and elevated risks.

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> 25 lawyers qualified in Russian law advise on regional and international matters with a deep understanding of the industry specifics of every single client Team

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Awards & Rankings

Leading Russian and international legal directories highlight Lidings experts in key practice areas

The Legal 500

Lidings’ litigation team stands out for its positive attitude, its in-depth knowledge of regional enforcement practices, and its ability to suggest practical solutions

IFLR1000

Ranked among the leading legal advisors in Russia for its expertise in 

  • M&A
  • Banking
  • Restructuring and Bankruptcy
  • Project Finance
Pravo.ru – 300

Praised for its expertise in the following practice areas:

  • Arbitration
  • Employment
  • Intellectual Property
  • Pharmaceuticals and Healthcare
  • TMT
Kommersant

Ranked among the TOP leading legal advisors in Russia in the following practice areas:

  • Commercial Disputes: Mid-market 
  • Corporate and M&A: International (mid-market) 
  • Employment and Migration
  • Employment and Migration: Disputes 
  • Intellectual Property Disputes
  • Intellectual Property
WTR1000

TOP 10 law firms in Russia in the category “Enforcement and Litigation” and “Prosecution and Strategy”

Chambers and Partners Europe

Lidings Dispute Resolution team is business-focused and pragmatic without providing unnecessary details which aren’t relevant. They give very precise assessment and practical solutions

Chambers and Partners Europe

Corporate and M&A team has a lot of experience dealing with foreign clients. This helps us to navigate the complex Russian regulatory framework

Chambers and Partners Europe

Life Sciences team responses very fast and the whole team’s engagement is remarkable. Their knowledge is not only legal, they also understood the needs of the clients and how their business works.

We don’t have to spend too much time explaining our business, they understand it and the market we deal within. They are quick to grasp our matters and guide us through the best solution


Chambers and Partners Europe

Lidings handles significant contentious and non-contentious IP mandates. Regularly advises on patent and trade mark infringement cases, as well as copyright mandates