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A trademark allows you to legally secure the rights to a name, logo, packaging or slogan. Its registration is necessary for the legal use of the brand, protection against copying and participation in commercial turnover.
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Registration and maintenance of intellectual property includes legal expertise, registration of rights to trademarks, inventions, software, industrial designs and other IP objects. The service helps businesses protect their developments, minimize the risks of legal disputes and build a manageable system of ownership of intangible assets.
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Compensation for harm and losses to legal entities covers a set of legal actions to protect the property interests of business. The service includes legal analysis of the situation, assessment of real damage and lost profits, collection of evidence, preparation of claims and lawsuits, negotiation and representation in court.
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Sanctions compliance and consulting includes a legal assessment of the risks associated with the current US, EU, UK and Russian sanctions. We check counterparties, analyze contracts and corporate structure, build an internal control system to protect your business from blocking, fines and loss of reputation.
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The entry of business into foreign markets opens up new opportunities for expansion and increase in profits, but at the same time poses a number of serious challenges for entrepreneurs. Support of foreign companies and structures is a range of professional services that include business registration abroad, tax optimization, legal and accounting support, as well as assistance in opening bank accounts. The key goal of such services is to provide entrepreneurs with a confident start and stable development of business abroad, eliminating legal, tax and administrative risks.
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We specialize in providing legal support for modern international businesses and dispute resolution. Our approach is centered on efficiency, reducing bureaucratic hurdles, and delivering clear, actionable legal solutions. That is why our clients include leading IT companies, developers, and entrepreneurs worldwide.
We understand that time is a crucial asset when launching and running a business. Instead of dealing with legal complexities, focus on your growth while we handle the legal aspects.
Our team comprises experienced lawyers, legal analysts, and IT specialists who have developed numerous successful legaltech solutions under the SmartAct brand.
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Managing Partner
Daniil Kadyrov
I specialize in property law, commercial disputes, private international law, IT, and e-commerce.
Опыт 8 years
Языки English, Chinese
Образование National Research University Higher School of Economics (LLB, LLM)
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Ksenia Parfenova
I specialize in intellectual property protection, IP rights registration and management.
Опыт 5 years
Языки English, German
Образование National Research University Higher School of Economics (LLB, LLM)
Partner
Vladimir Rogulin
I specialize in civil and commercial disputes, arbitration, corporate criminal defense, trade compliance and intellectual property protection.
Опыт 22 years
Языки Russian, English
Образование Moscow Academy of Law and Management (specialist degree)
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Russia-China Cross-Border Corporate Structures: Navigating the New Sanctions Compliance Landscape
As international sanctions pressure continues to intensify, businesses operating within the Russia-China corridor are forced to develop adaptive corporate models. Today, we observe a significant convergence in how Russian and Chinese enterprises structure their operations. The primary objective has shifted from standard corporate optimization to a dual challenge: maintaining effective operational control over assets while mitigating the severe risks of secondary sanctions.
When and How to Terminate a Contract for Services and Recover Damages
The client has the right to terminate the contract by mutual agreement, unilaterally, in case of a breach by the contractor, or through the court. It is important to properly draft notifications, calculate mutual settlements, and, if necessary, recover damages. This article discusses the legal grounds, the procedure for termination, and practical recommendations to protect the client's interests.
What to Do If a Debt Is Not Paid After a Court Judgment
Winning a court case does not guarantee receiving money immediately. In many situations, the main difficulties begin at this stage: the debtor delays enforcement, bailiffs fail to act, and the awarded amount loses its value with every passing month due to inflation.
Reporting on Controlled Foreign Companies and the Importance of Reliable Service Providers
Entrepreneurs often remember the obligation to inform the state about their foreign activities only close to the deadline. In such situations, the risk of making mistakes is high, especially when service providers turn out to be unreliable.
How to Submit Information to the Register of Beneficial Owners of American Companies
As of 1 January, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network of the United States Department of the Treasury (FinCEN) began accepting information on the beneficial owners (UBO) of American companies. The obligation arose under the Corporate Transparency Act 2021 (Corporate Transparency Act, CTA).
Russia-China Cross-Border Corporate Structures: Navigating the New Sanctions Compliance Landscape
As international sanctions pressure continues to intensify, businesses operating within the Russia-China corridor are forced to develop adaptive corporate models. Today, we observe a significant convergence in how Russian and Chinese enterprises structure their operations. The primary objective has shifted from standard corporate optimization to a dual challenge: maintaining effective operational control over assets while mitigating the severe risks of secondary sanctions.
When and How to Terminate a Contract for Services and Recover Damages
The client has the right to terminate the contract by mutual agreement, unilaterally, in case of a breach by the contractor, or through the court. It is important to properly draft notifications, calculate mutual settlements, and, if necessary, recover damages. This article discusses the legal grounds, the procedure for termination, and practical recommendations to protect the client's interests.
What to Do If a Debt Is Not Paid After a Court Judgment
Winning a court case does not guarantee receiving money immediately. In many situations, the main difficulties begin at this stage: the debtor delays enforcement, bailiffs fail to act, and the awarded amount loses its value with every passing month due to inflation.
Reporting on Controlled Foreign Companies and the Importance of Reliable Service Providers
Entrepreneurs often remember the obligation to inform the state about their foreign activities only close to the deadline. In such situations, the risk of making mistakes is high, especially when service providers turn out to be unreliable.
How to Submit Information to the Register of Beneficial Owners of American Companies
As of 1 January, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network of the United States Department of the Treasury (FinCEN) began accepting information on the beneficial owners (UBO) of American companies. The obligation arose under the Corporate Transparency Act 2021 (Corporate Transparency Act, CTA).
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Can we sign a legal services agreement?
Yes, we ensure transparency in our partnerships by outlining all terms, responsibilities, and expected outcomes in a formal contract.
Can I get a consultation, and how much does it cost?
We offer a free initial consultation to help you understand your situation, assess your options and determine what services you need. Our lawyers will analyse your case and suggest the best way to achieve the desired outcome.
If you decide to continue working with us, the cost of the consultation will be included in the total price of the service. We are committed to providing quality legal assistance focused on your needs and guarantee transparency in pricing.
What steps should a company take if a cross-border partner insists on an opaque management structure?
Implement strict legal safeguards. This includes integrating conversion or option agreements, drafting service contracts with clear KPIs and unilateral termination rights, embedding robust international arbitration clauses, and setting up operational procedural locks (such as dual-control banking).
How can cross-border transactions between international hubs and regional markets be accelerated safely?
By ensuring absolute documentation transparency. This includes strict pre-transaction counterparty screening, utilizing white-list delivery documentation, maintaining rigorous dual-control payment procedures, and alignment with local currency clearing mechanisms.
What "red flags" most frequently trigger international banking compliance audits?
Unclear or layered beneficial ownership structures, nominee directors lacking a verifiable professional track record, misalignments in the source of funds, anomalous shipping routes, or any transactional touchpoints with sanctioned sectors or individuals.
Why are international traders increasingly utilizing specialized local settlement accounts?
It provides transactional predictability. Settling transactions through dedicated banking channels reduces the risk of correspondent bank rejections, secures clearer tax and accounting visibility, and ensures compliance with prevailing foreign exchange controls.
What are the primary risks of a fiduciary or nominee corporate model?
The main risk is the enforceability of control. In the absence of enforceable shareholder agreements, call options, or structured trust mandates that are recognized by local courts, you risk asset mis-appropriation, unauthorized management changes, or loss of banking access by the nominee.
Is it legally compliant to register a company in China via a management proxy?
While not expressly prohibited if it complies with local corporate and foreign exchange rules, it introduces severe operational and legal risks. Under Chinese law, proving ultimate ownership behind a nominal shareholder without transparent corporate documentation is incredibly difficult, leaving the true investor vulnerable during shareholder disputes.
Is permission from the Government Commission required for the sale of real estate if one of the parties to the transaction is a Russian company with foreign capital?
The need to obtain permission depends on the jurisdiction of the foreign participant (unfriendly states) and the size of its share in the capital of the Russian company. If the company is controlled by persons from unfriendly states, the transaction for the alienation or acquisition of real estate falls under the counter‑sanctions decrees of the President of the Russian Federation. In this case, transfer of ownership in Rosreestr is possible only with a positive decision of the Government Commission on Control over Foreign Investment.
What documents must be checked when purchasing a real estate asset from a legal entity?
In addition to the USRER extract confirming the absence of current encumbrances, it is necessary to check the seller’s constituent documents for the need to obtain corporate approval (a major transaction or a related‑party transaction). The financial condition of the company is also checked against the data of the UFRBI and the register of arbitration cases: if at the time of the transaction the seller shows signs of insolvency, the agreement may be challenged by creditors or the bankruptcy trustee within the framework of bankruptcy proceedings within three years.
What is the procedure for legalizing the redevelopment of a commercial real estate facility carried out without prior permission?
Legalization of the changes made to a commercial building is possible in two ways: administrative (by obtaining a commissioning permit, if technically feasible) or judicial. In court, a claim is filed for recognition of ownership of the facility in its reconstructed state (Article 222 of the Civil Code of the Russian Federation). This requires a construction and technical expert examination that will confirm that the updated facility complies with safety requirements, does not violate third‑party rights, and does not create a threat to the life and health of citizens.
What is the risk of signing work acceptance certificates (KS‑2) without actually inspecting the facility?
Signing an acceptance certificate without comments deprives the customer of the right to refer to obvious defects of the work in the future (pursuant to Article 720 of the Civil Code of the Russian Federation). If the defects were concealed, the customer retains the right to claim, but the burden of proving that the defects arose before the moment of acceptance falls on the customer. From the moment the KS‑2 form is signed, the work is deemed performed and accepted, which is a legal basis for the payment obligation to arise and for the limitation period for quality disputes to commence.
What are the consequences of using a land plot in violation of the Type of Permitted Use (TPU)?
Use of a plot in violation of the TPU is grounds for administrative liability under Article 8.8 of the Administrative Offenses Code of the Russian Federation, which entails fines calculated based on the cadastral value of the land. From an urban planning perspective, the erection of facilities that do not comply with the TPU gives state bodies the right to demand demolition of the structure as an unauthorized construction through court. Also, non‑compliance of the use of the plot with the urban planning regulations makes it impossible to obtain a construction permit and subsequent commissioning of the facility.
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