- adjusting a lead tank container lessor’s model of contractual documentation to meet the changed business needs, including preparing model contracts for the new product
- assisting a leading manufacturer of industrial packaging with the lease-purchase of production equipment, including drafting all documentation
- advising a global industrial company on a wide range of contractual and other issues related to the supply of equipment to Russia
- advising a US toy manufacturer on various issues of doing business in Russia, including reviewing, editing and commenting on contracts of various types, including supply, contracting and services agreements, as well as developing model contract forms, including contracts related to specific business needs
- advising a Swiss watch manufacturer on developing a network of contractual relations with subcontractors in Russia and drafting their standard consumer contracts
- developing contractual documentation with partners in Russia to set up a production, distribution and dealership network for a major international industrial group
- developing a model for commercial concession agreements for the purpose of opening stores in Russia based on a franchise model for a leading outerwear manufacturer
- advising a Finnish company specializing in internal engineering systems on the performance of a work contract taking into account the counterparties claims
- drafting a model contract for projects in Russia for a major hotel operator
- providing comprehensive legal support for a project to localize pharmaceutical products in Moscow under a contract manufacturing scheme
Practices
Commercial
“Great team, professional approach, solid expertise and excellent market reputation.”
IFLR 1000 2021
Our team has many years of experience in structuring and streamlining any type of commercial agreement, such as service, supply, contracting, leasing, loan and others. Our lawyers work closely with specialists from other practices to ensure that comprehensive solutions are provided which consider all the legal aspects and specifics of a particular business.
Our main services:
- Advising on all legal aspects of business activities
- Effective contractual work, including the drafting of complex and non-standard contracts
- Developing and assisting with the implementation of the company’s contractual work policies
- Conducting an audit of existing contractual structures and making recommendations to optimize contract templates
- Structuring contractual relations with counterparties, including analyzing and drafting distribution, supply and leasing agreements
- Drafting agreements on electronic document flow and electronic interaction with counterparties, including using electronic signatures
- Advising on franchising arrangements
- Advising on complex projects such as localizing or establishing production in Russia and abroad, setting up contract manufacturing, and infrastructure projects
- Drafting complex construction contracts under both Russian law and foreign law, as well as using standard contract documentation (e.g., FIDIC)
- Analyzing risks and identifying remedies in the conclusion, performance, breach and termination of contracts
- Supporting contract negotiations with counterparties
- Advising on procurement procedures and legal support at all stages of the procurement process
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