Question 1

How does legal advice differ from standard migration consulting?

Accepted Answer

Standard migration consulting explains what documents are needed and what procedure applies to a known situation. Legal advice goes further — it analyses what the law actually says about a specific question, how that provision has been interpreted in practice, what the legal consequences of a particular structure or status are, and what risks attach to a given course of action. Legal advice is typically needed where the situation is complex, ambiguous or carries compliance risk for an organisation.

Question 2

What administrative liability do employers face for migration violations?

Accepted Answer

Russian administrative law imposes significant penalties on organisations that employ foreign nationals without the required permits, fail to submit required notifications, or otherwise breach their obligations under migration law. Penalties apply per employee and can be substantial for larger organisations. In addition to financial penalties, repeated violations can result in suspension of an organisation's ability to sponsor foreign workers. We assess the liability position and advise on compliance measures appropriate to the organisation's situation.

Question 3

Can you provide a written legal opinion for use in corporate due diligence?

Accepted Answer

Yes — we prepare written opinions on specific migration law questions suitable for use in corporate transactions, due diligence processes, regulatory submissions or internal compliance decisions. The scope and format of the opinion are agreed at the outset based on the intended use. For due diligence purposes, opinions typically address the target company's migration compliance position, outstanding risks and any remediation required.

Question 4

How do you work with law firms that need migration law input?

Accepted Answer

We work as a specialist sub-adviser to law firms and in-house teams whose primary practice area is not Russian migration law. The engagement is structured around the firm's requirements — we can provide a technical analysis for the advising lawyer to incorporate into their broader client advice, prepare a standalone written opinion, or act as a named specialist resource on a transaction or matter. The relationship is professional-to-professional and we are accustomed to working within existing client relationships.

Question 5

How do you stay current with changes to Russian migration law?

Accepted Answer

Russian migration legislation changes frequently — through amendments to the primary laws, new government regulations, ministerial orders and changes in administrative practice. We monitor legislative developments continuously and maintain current awareness of enforcement trends. For clients with ongoing migration programmes, we provide regulatory update briefings when changes occur that affect their specific situation.

Question 6

Do you advise on migration law issues that have already resulted in an administrative proceeding?

Accepted Answer

Yes — we can review the facts and legal basis of an administrative proceeding involving migration law, explain the applicable rules and penalties, and advise on the available responses. Where the matter involves a legal proceeding requiring court representation, we advise on the legal position and can refer to appropriate legal counsel for representation if required.

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