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19 August 2026

Analytics

19 August 2026

Tax Monitoring Services

FBK Legal continues its series of updates covering what we see as the key issues arising from the use of information exchange scenarios.

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Use of Federal Tax Service Tools for Procurement Participant Checks

17 August 2026

Analytics

17 August 2026

Use of Federal Tax Service Tools for Procurement Participant Checks

The FBK Legal team has prepared a new analytical review: ‘Use of Federal Tax Service Tools for Procurement Participant Checks’.

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FBK Legal Breaks into Group I of WEALTH Navigator Legal 2026 for Tax Law

10 August 2026

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10 August 2026

FBK Legal Breaks into Group I of WEALTH Navigator Legal 2026 for Tax Law

FBK Legal has been placed in 1st group of the WEALTH Navigator Legal 2026 ranking for high-net-worth individuals in ‘Tax Law: Personal Taxation and Planning’. FBK Legal was also shortlisted in ‘Tax Law: Business Tax Structuring’ and ‘Asset Transactions: Transactions with Assets, Securities, and Investments’.

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How to Check Counterparties Under New Federal Tax Service and Court Guidelines in 2026

07 August 2026

Analytics

07 August 2026

How to Check Counterparties Under New Federal Tax Service and Court Guidelines in 2026

Courts and the Federal Tax Service of Russia no longer treat sporadic, unstructured counterparty checks as reasonable diligence on the part of businesses.

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Pravo.ru: Flight Cancelled Due to Contingency Plan – How to Claim Ticket Refund and Other Damages

27 July 2026

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27 July 2026

Pravo.ru: Flight Cancelled Due to Contingency Plan – How to Claim Ticket Refund and Other Damages

As Pravo.ru reports, due to heightened security protocols now in place at airports, flight delays or cancellations have become less of an exception and more of a routine occurrence.

Transportation / Aviation

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Tax Authorities Interested in Foreign Debts Frozen Due to Sanctions

20 July 2026

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20 July 2026

Tax Authorities Interested in Foreign Debts Frozen Due to Sanctions

According to RBC, the Federal Tax Service (FTS) has turned its attention to receivables of Russian entities that have become frozen due to sanctions. What additional taxes may be assessed against companies due to the presence of unrecoverable foreign debts, and what arguments are being used in this context.

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Webinar on 9 July ‘How to Secure Government Preferences for Your Project’

29 June 2026

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29 June 2026

Webinar on 9 July ‘How to Secure Government Preferences for Your Project’

In today’s rapidly shifting economic reality, Russia's system of preferential regimes is also evolving, helping businesses adjust to new conditions while preserving financial efficiency.

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PRObankrotstvo: Cassation Court Sends Dispute Over Recovery of 1.4 Billion Roubles in Losses from Insolvency Officer Back for Retrial

25 June 2026

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25 June 2026

PRObankrotstvo: Cassation Court Sends Dispute Over Recovery of 1.4 Billion Roubles in Losses from Insolvency Officer Back for Retrial

PRObankrotstvo reports that the Commercial Court of the Moscow District has sent the dispute for a new hearing to determine the actual composition of the bankruptcy estate and to assess allegations concerning abuse of rights by the insolvency officer (Case No. A40-216247/2016).

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Pravo.ru: When Platform Is Liable for Counterfeit Goods on Marketplace

23 June 2026

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23 June 2026

Pravo.ru: When Platform Is Liable for Counterfeit Goods on Marketplace

According to Pravo.ru, the Constitutional Court has reviewed a complaint in a case involving the sale of counterfeit goods on a marketplace. The justices ruled that a platform may be recognised as an information intermediary even if it assists sellers in promoting their products.

Director Is Liable for Failing to Manage Risks, Rather Than Making Mistakes

The Pravo.ru outlet has published a feature marking the tenth litigation study. In 2025, the average claim amount increased by nearly 78%. The number of commercial disputes rose by 36%, while separate disputes in bankruptcy proceedings decreased by 15%.

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17 june 2026

Natural resources / Energy

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Webinar ‘Due Diligence in Era of Total Digital Control’

09 June 2026

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09 June 2026

Webinar ‘Due Diligence in Era of Total Digital Control’

FBK Legal is hosting a webinar ‘Due Diligence in the Era of Total Digital Control’ on 18 June 2026.

FBK Legal Team Takes Part in Legal Run 2026 Charity Race

On 6 June, a charity race for attorneys ‘Legal Run 2026’ took place in Moscow.

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08 june 2026

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Review: Supreme Court of Russia No. 4/2026 of 29 April 2026 ‘On Consideration of Disputes Related to Corporate Property Taxation by Commercial Courts’

28 May 2026

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28 May 2026

Review: Supreme Court of Russia No. 4/2026 of 29 April 2026 ‘On Consideration of Disputes Related to Corporate Property Taxation by Commercial Courts’

Continuing the first part of our review, which focused on positions regarding OKOF, the FBK Legal team now looks into the remaining, and in our opinion, the most important conclusions of the Supreme Court of the Russian Federation.

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RBC Radio. When Bad Weather Makes You Late for Work

26 May 2026

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26 May 2026

RBC Radio. When Bad Weather Makes You Late for Work

If bad weather has kept you from getting to work on time, you are not alone. Find out when lateness is considered excusable and what documents can help protect your rights.

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Supreme Court Clarifies Role of OKOF Code as Criterion for Recognising Property as Subject to Property Tax

25 May 2026

Analytics

25 May 2026

Supreme Court Clarifies Role of OKOF Code as Criterion for Recognising Property as Subject to Property Tax

The FBK Legal team has analysed Thematic Review No. 4/2026 of the Supreme Court of the Russian Federation.

Dispute resolution / Representation in court

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Developers Seek Reduction of Tax on Land Plots for Individual Housing Construction

22 May 2026

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22 May 2026

Developers Seek Reduction of Tax on Land Plots for Individual Housing Construction

As per Kommersant, following an increase in the land tax rate from 0.3% to 1.5% for plots intended for individual housing construction (IHC), dozens of developers have initiated disputes with tax authorities.

Draft Decree ‘On Approval of Requirements for Information Systems of Entities to Which Tax Authorities Are Granted Access’

The team at FBK Legal has reviewed the draft Decree ‘On Approval of Requirements for Information Systems of Entities to Which Tax Authorities Are Granted Access’.

Analytics

20 may 2026

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Cassation: 30% Remuneration of Insolvency Practitioner from Subordination Liability Includes Legal Fees

19 May 2026

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19 May 2026

Cassation: 30% Remuneration of Insolvency Practitioner from Subordination Liability Includes Legal Fees

According to PRObankrotstvo, the cassation court has ruled that the incentive remuneration provided for in paragraph 3.1 of Article 20.6 of the Bankruptcy Law includes compensation for the costs of persons engaged by the practitioner and is recovered in full from the controlling person (Case No. A55-18763/2021).

FBK Legal is Partner of Contest ‘The DEPARTMENT. Best Legal Departments of Russia’

For the second year in a row, FBK Legal is partnering with ‘The DEPARTMENT. Best Legal Departments of Russia’, a contest organised by Legal Insight journal. The contest celebrates the achievements of corporate legal departments across the country.

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18 may 2026

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FBK Legal to Host Webinar on 26 May: ‘Personal Income Tax Declaration Campaign: Outcomes and Opportunities’

13 May 2026

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13 May 2026

FBK Legal to Host Webinar on 26 May: ‘Personal Income Tax Declaration Campaign: Outcomes and Opportunities’

FBK Legal is hosting a webinar on 26 May ‘Personal Income Tax Declaration Campaign: Outcomes and Opportunities’

Economic sanctions and sanctions compliance

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07 May 2026

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07 May 2026

Changes to Judicial Proceedings

Cassation review According to Pravo.ru, from 10 May, the supreme courts of republics, regional and territorial courts, courts of cities of federal significance, the court of the autonomous region, and courts of autonomous districts will begin hearing cases as a cassation instance for district courts and justices of the peace. This procedure will apply where the parties have already exhausted other statutory means of appeal.

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Constitutional Court: Use of Legal Entity for Unlawful Purposes Justifies Recovery from Participant

06 May 2026

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06 May 2026

Constitutional Court: Use of Legal Entity for Unlawful Purposes Justifies Recovery from Participant

PRObankrotstvo reports that the Constitutional Court of the Russian Federation has refused to process a complaint challenging provisions of the Civil Code that allowed a court to recover a share in the share capital from a business entity participant as damages recovery in a claim filed by the Deputy Prosecutor General (Case No. 771-O).

Analytics

User's Guide to Tax Monitoring Scenarios

04 May 2026

Analytics

04 May 2026

User's Guide to Tax Monitoring Scenarios

In early April, Federal Tax Service of Russia presented its strategy for the development of tax monitoring for 2026–2027, whose key priority for the near future is the development of information interaction services.

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VAT Deferral on Imports: Who Will Truly Benefit and What Savings to Expect

30 April 2026

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30 April 2026

VAT Deferral on Imports: Who Will Truly Benefit and What Savings to Expect

RBC PRO writes that major importers have been granted the right to pay VAT at customs with a deferral of up to three months.

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In Family Circle: Supreme Court Exempts Entrepreneur from Tax on Gifted Property

29 April 2026

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29 April 2026

In Family Circle: Supreme Court Exempts Entrepreneur from Tax on Gifted Property

According to Pravo.ru, the Federal Tax Service assessed additional personal income tax against a businesswoman on non-residential premises gifted to her by her mother, on the grounds that the premises were used for business purposes. The Judicial Chamber on Economic Disputes overturned the tax authority’s decision, stating that a gift between relatives who are entrepreneurs cannot be considered a commercial transaction. The Supreme Court provided a clarification: the property changes owners but remains within the family circle; therefore, such a transaction does not generate any property gain.

Taxes

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Konstantin Fisunov on Buying Cultural Heritage in City Centre: Emotions and Obligations

23 April 2026

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23 April 2026

Konstantin Fisunov on Buying Cultural Heritage in City Centre: Emotions and Obligations

Kommersant reports that 15 bidders vied for a cultural heritage site — the house of Russian pilot Boris Rossinsky in Khamovniki District. Competition for the mansion was fierce, driving the final price more than three times higher to RUB 672.1 million. Such a significant investment was made by the buyer despite the lack of basic utilities and the building's merely satisfactory condition. In addition, the new owner will be required to restore the property by 2030.

FBK Legal Representatives Attend Kommersant Legal Ranking Awards Ceremony

The annual Kommersant legal ranking has announced the results for Russia's leading law firms and lawyers. The awards ceremony for top players in the legal market took place in April at the Four Seasons Hotel.

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21 april 2026

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FBK Legal Lawyers Provide Legal Assistance to N.P. Rumyantsev Charitable Foundation

21 April 2026

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21 April 2026

FBK Legal Lawyers Provide Legal Assistance to N.P. Rumyantsev Charitable Foundation

The N.P. Rumyantsev Foundation is a charitable organisation dedicated to advancing historical awareness and supporting humanities educators in schools and universities.

Analytics

What ‘Active’ Investors Need to Know: Focus on Personal Taxation

16 April 2026

Analytics

16 April 2026

What ‘Active’ Investors Need to Know: Focus on Personal Taxation

Income taxation is a significant expense that must be considered when assessing the net financial result of both a transaction and an overall investment strategy. An investor's success is measured by an increase in net income and/or the value of their assets after payment of all applicable taxes.

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Alexei Nesterenko to Join SberUniversity ‘Tax Function: New Horizons’ Programme as Guest Speaker

16 April 2026

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16 April 2026

Alexei Nesterenko to Join SberUniversity ‘Tax Function: New Horizons’ Programme as Guest Speaker

Tax function in 2026 is no longer just about reporting.

International litigation and arbitration

Services

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Cassation Court Upholds Trustee's Disqualification and Recovery of RUB 40 Million in Damages

15 April 2026

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15 April 2026

Cassation Court Upholds Trustee's Disqualification and Recovery of RUB 40 Million in Damages

According to PRObankrotstvo, the bankruptcy officer failed to make payments to creditors despite a bank balance exceeding RUB 90 million. As a result, the court declared the officer's inaction unlawful and awarded damages (Case No. A41-28545/09).

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FBK Legal Hosts Business Breakfast ‘Tax and Legal Strategies 2026: From State to Individual’

14 April 2026

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14 April 2026

FBK Legal Hosts Business Breakfast ‘Tax and Legal Strategies 2026: From State to Individual’

The FBK Legal law firm hosted a business breakfast on 10 April at the Ararat Park Hyatt Hotel. The event brought together over 100 business representatives, CFOs, accountants, and lawyers to discuss key tax and legal challenges of 2026.

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New Cryptocurrency Regulation: What Businesses Need to Know

14 April 2026

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14 April 2026

New Cryptocurrency Regulation: What Businesses Need to Know

The FBK Legal team has reviewed a draft law submitted by the Government to the State Duma, introducing new cryptocurrency regulation in Russia.

FBK Legal Scores High in Kommersant’s Legal Ranking: Top Positions in Tax and Legal

FBK Legal has received high praise in the prestigious Kommersant legal ranking for its expertise across key areas of law. The firm and its leading experts have excelled in several categories, reaffirming FBK Legal's status as a trusted partner for businesses navigating complex regulatory environments.

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10 april 2026

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23 March 2026

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23 March 2026

Taxpayer or Witness: Status Conflict

Pravo.ru reports there are instances in tax inspections where the same individual is summoned both as a witness and a taxpayer to clarify their business activities. In its recent ruling, the Constitutional Court directed that these concepts be distinguished.

Corporate / M&A

Services

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FBK Legal Director Maria Semenova on Replacing Foreign Offshore Jurisdictions with Russian Alternatives

23 March 2026

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23 March 2026

FBK Legal Director Maria Semenova on Replacing Foreign Offshore Jurisdictions with Russian Alternatives

According to data from Abdullah bin Touq Al Marri, UAE Minister of Economy & Tourism, over 13,500 Russian companies were registered in the UAE by the end of last year, of which 2,000 obtained licenses in the past year alone.

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Internet Outages: How Businesses Can Avoid Fines

23 March 2026

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23 March 2026

Internet Outages: How Businesses Can Avoid Fines

According to RBC, legal experts and tax consultants note that widespread disruptions to internet and mobile connectivity, which residents of Moscow and other major cities have been complaining about, have given birth to a new type of business risk for companies.

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Constitutional Court Bars Tax Authorities from Summoning and Questioning Taxpayers in Their Own Cases

23 March 2026

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23 March 2026

Constitutional Court Bars Tax Authorities from Summoning and Questioning Taxpayers in Their Own Cases

Kommersant reports that the Constitutional Court has clarified that a taxpayer under inspection cannot be summoned as a witness regarding the circumstances of their own business activities.

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FBK Legal Shines in Pravo-300 Individual Ranking with Multiple Debuts and Expanded Expertise

02 March 2026

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02 March 2026

FBK Legal Shines in Pravo-300 Individual Ranking with Multiple Debuts and Expanded Expertise

Pravo.ru has released its prestigious annual ranking of recommended lawyers, and the FBK Legal team has demonstrated impressive growth in expertise.

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FBK Legal Practice Head Anna Aktanaeva Speaks at Meeting of Russian Managers Association Commission on Occupational Health and Safety

02 March 2026

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02 March 2026

FBK Legal Practice Head Anna Aktanaeva Speaks at Meeting of Russian Managers Association Commission on Occupational Health and Safety

On 24 February 2026, a discussion ‘Digital Transformation of Staff Check-Ups: Business Leadership via Legal and Technological Security’ was held in Moscow as part of a meeting of the Russian Managers Association Commission on Occupational Health and Safety. Anna Aktanaeva, Head of Practice at FBK Legal, had the floor with a report ‘Digitalisation of Check-Ups: Legislative Changes’.

Banking & finance

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