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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.

Is it possible to resolve a dispute concerning design errors and construction defects without going to court?

Yes. In practice, many issues are resolved at the claim stage. This saves time and resources for both the customer and the contractors.

What should the customer do if it is unclear whether defects are related to the design or to construction works?

An independent expert examination should be appointed. It will determine the source of the defect — design documentation, surveys, or construction works — and will serve as the basis for presenting claims to the specific contractor.

Can a surveyor be held liable for inaccurate engineering survey results several years after they were conducted?

Yes. If building defects are specifically related to survey errors, the surveyor bears liability. Time limits depend on the nature of the contract and the moment when the defects were discovered.

Does a positive expert review of design documentation release the designer from liability?

No. A positive conclusion confirms compliance of the documentation with established requirements but does not eliminate the designer’s liability for errors discovered during construction or operation of the facility.

Must the contractor suspend construction works if errors are discovered in the design documentation?

Yes. Under Article 716 of the Civil Code of the Russian Federation, the contractor must immediately notify the customer and suspend works until instructions are received. If the contractor continues construction based on a defective design, liability for the consequences will be imposed on the contractor.

Who is responsible for defects if they arise simultaneously from errors in design documentation and violations during construction works?

In such a situation, the court may impose joint liability on the designer and the contractor. The customer has the right to demand elimination of deficiencies or compensation for damages either from both jointly or from any of them individually.

What risks exist for a foreign company when entering the Russian market?

The main risks are related to tax control (incorrect choice of regime, recognition of activity as a permanent establishment, claims on transfer pricing), as well as the need to adapt to Russian regulatory requirements. Therefore, at the start, it is recommended to enlist professional support.

Can a foreign company hire employees in Russia directly?

No, only a Russian legal entity or a branch accredited with the FTS is entitled to conclude employment contracts. A representative office can hire personnel, but exclusively to perform representative functions.

At the same time, a foreign company can work with individuals on the basis of civil law contracts (CLC), for example, service contracts. Such a format does not constitute an employment relationship and is regulated by civil legislation. Read more about the differences between these contracts in our article: Employment Contracts and Civil Law Contracts (CLC).

Can a foreign company conduct cash settlements in Russia?

Yes, within the limits established by law. In accordance with Article 861 of the Civil Code of the Russian Federation (CC RF) and the Ordinance of the Bank of Russia No. 3073-U, cash settlements between legal entities and individual entrepreneurs are allowed in an amount of no more than 100,000 rubles under one contract. For transactions exceeding this limit, as well as for the payment of taxes and most business operations, non-cash settlement is required.

Does a foreign company need to open a current account in a Russian bank?

Opening an account is not a formal requirement for the state registration of a legal entity or an individual entrepreneur. However, by virtue of current legislation, settlements for taxes, insurance contributions, customs payments, as well as most contractual obligations must be carried out in a non-cash manner. Therefore, without a current account, it is virtually impossible to conduct full-fledged economic activity in Russia.

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