A cornerstone of BRACE Law Firm is our dedicated litigation practice, providing expert legal representation across diverse judicial forums and handling sophisticated commercial disputes within the arbitration process.

Our litigation team manages a broad spectrum of proceedings at every stage of resolution, ranging from pre-trial settlements to high-stakes judicial representation in commercial (arbitration) courts, courts of general jurisdiction, and international commercial arbitration centers. We possess particular expertise in disputes concerning government and corporate procurement, real estate and construction, complex contractual breaches, debt recovery, antitrust violations, corporate governance, defamation and business reputation protection, and insurance claims, among other critical areas.

Our competitive advantage lies in our extensive courtroom experience, deep industry-specific expertise, and a highly coordinated team of litigation specialists. Given the unique nuances of each case, we apply an individualized approach to every engagement, supported by a rigorous legal risk audit and analytical deep-dives.

Litigation Counsel for Commercial Disputes: Arbitration and Debt Recovery

Ongoing judicial reforms and frequent amendments to procedural legislation—particularly regarding cassation and supervisory appeals—demand that litigation attorneys maintain an unparalleled level of technical proficiency. We continuously monitor the evolving legal landscape to master the intricacies of various commercial dispute categories. Our active procedural practice and daily involvement in court appearances allow us to maintain a decisive edge in navigating the shifting requirements of procedural law.

Strategic Litigation Planning and Legal Risk Audit

Prior to selecting a specific legal remedy, we perform an exhaustive analysis of the case materials to develop a comprehensive roadmap. We operate under the principle that strategic errors cannot be mitigated by tactical successes; therefore, we prioritize the early formation of a robust evidence base and a definitive legal position. Once the optimal strategy is established, we commit our full resources to achieving the desired outcome for our clients.

Select Engagements: Representative Matters and Asset Protection

1. Advising the subsidiary of an international pharmaceutical distributor during both pre-trial negotiations and commercial court proceedings to recover outstanding debts and penalties from a local counterparty.
2. Securing a favorable judgment for the recovery of over RUB 50 million in principal debt and RUB 30 million in accrued interest and penalties.
3. Representing an oilfield services equipment manufacturer in a pre-trial dispute regarding unpaid deliverables, resulting in an out-of-court settlement and the successful recovery of RUB 301 million.
4. Counseling an international pharmaceutical substance manufacturer regarding proceedings at the Vienna International Arbitral Centre (VIAC) under the Vienna Rules concerning a breach of a foreign trade contract.
5. Effectively challenging a series of transactions and an arbitration clause in a sublease agreement that hindered judicial protection in Russian courts, leading to the full recovery of outstanding liabilities.
6. Litigating on behalf of a Danish pharmaceutical manufacturer in a dispute with a distributor; successfully recovered the total principal debt and penalties accrued over a two-year period, including the reimbursement of all legal fees and judicial costs.
7. Successfully overturning an antimonopoly authority’s decision and mandate following a challenge to a customer’s lawful actions during the public procurement of prescription pharmaceuticals.
8. Protecting an international pharmaceutical manufacturer in a complex dispute with a local partner regarding Marketing Authorization (MA) holder status, achieving a resolution through the formal pre-trial claim procedure.

Comprehensive Litigation Management: From Pre-trial Resolution to Enforcement

1. Conducting a thorough legal analysis of documentation and evidence across various dispute categories.
2. Evaluating the prospects of judicial or administrative dispute resolution to provide clients with realistic outcome projections.
3. Drafting and serving formal pre-trial claims and notices in compliance with mandatory statutory requirements.
4. Formulating sophisticated defense strategies and trial tactics tailored to the specific judicial forum.
5. Managing the systematic collection, preparation, and discovery of evidence for courtroom use.
6. Handling the drafting and filing of petitions, claims, and all requisite procedural documentation.
7. Providing expert advocacy and representation during court hearings and performing all essential procedural actions.
8. Overseeing and coordinating multiple parallel proceedings across different jurisdictions or courts.
9. Representing clients in complex administrative litigation and regulatory disputes.
10. Negotiating and structuring amicable settlement agreements at various stages of the litigation cycle.
11. Challenging unfavorable judicial acts through appellate, cassation, and supervisory reviews.
12. Executing strategies for the enforcement of judicial awards and managing the recovery process.

BRACE Law Firm Brochure: "Litigation and Dispute Resolution"