In an age of complicated economic sanctions and counter-sanctions regimes, the need to avoid the problems that can arise from reputational and regulatory risks means it is imperative to stay on top of the latest developments. With many Western sanctions programs involving Russian businesses, individuals and industries, businesspeople and investors in Russia must have competent, on-the-ground experienced advisers at all times. CLS has extensive experience in advising on complex issues of application of international and Russian sanctions, with the aim of providing maximum market access while ensuring responsible compliance management.

Our services:

• Challenging unjustified/unlawful inclusion in sanctions lists;
• Russian counter-sanctions and criminal laws;
• Legal advice on sanctions compliance issues;
• Sanctions-compliant financing structures;
• Due diligence of contracting parties as to sanctions compliance;
• Elaboration, implementation and assessment of internal compliance policies and procedures;
• Unblocking funds and assets of legal entities and individuals blocked abroad;
• Special permissions and licenses for disposal of assets and unwinding contracts and ventures involving sanctioned entities.