LEGAL ALERTS

In this review, we highlight key changes in intellectual property legislation and judicial practice relevant for 2026, and also examine the most significant bills expected to be adopted in the near future. Amendments to Part Four of the Civil Code concerning compensation came into force in January 2026. Briefly, here’s the gist of the amendments: […]

The Ministry of Justice of the Russian Federation has issued an order recognising the Dubai International Arbitration Centre (DIAC) as a permanent arbitral institution (PAI) authorised to operate within the territory of the Russian Federation. This decision entitles DIAC to administer international commercial disputes involving Russian parties directly within the Russian legal framework. From the

On November 14, 2025, a draft law amending the Federal Law “On Information, Information Technologies and Information Protection” was submitted to the State Duma for consideration, along with a draft law amending the Code of Administrative Offences. Proposed Amendments: It is worth noting that the proposed amendments align with international regulatory trends. Some states have

On January 1, 2026, a comprehensive package of amendments to the Tax Code of the Russian Federation will come into force in Russia. The reform aims to reduce the budget deficit, improve fiscal efficiency, strengthen controls over capital movements, and simplify administration through digital tools. VAT – GeneralThe most discussed change is the planned increase

On July 18, 2025, the EU Council approved its 18th sanctions package against Russian individuals and entities, as well as actors from other jurisdictions. One of the most extensive since the start of the war in Ukraine, the package hits the energy and financial sectors and tightens enforcement of existing restrictions. Energy Sector Oil Price

Despite ongoing geopolitical tensions and a lack of consensus between the government and the business community, the question of how to reintegrate foreign investors remains high on Russia’s policy agenda. President Vladimir Putin has tasked the Government with defining criteria for the return of so-called “unfriendly” investors and for allowing Russian buyers to abandon asset

Non-use of a trademark is generally grounds for the termination of its legal protection. If a trademark fails to perform its function of distinguishing goods and services, the law stipulates that the registers of signs must be ‘cleansed’ of such trademarks. The termination of trademark rights due to non-use is enshrined in both national and

On 18 July 2025, the Council of the European Union adopted Regulation (EU) 2025/1494 (OJ L 2025/494 of 19 July 2025), amending Regulation (EU) No. 833/2014, as well as Council Decision 2025/1478 (OJ L 2025/478 of 19 July 2025), which ensures its implementation. These instruments introduce a new interpretation of the concept of EU public

A draft law amending Part IV of the Civil Code of the Russian Federation was considered in the third reading. These amendments affect the methods of recovering compensation for infringement of exclusive rights to intellectual property objects. The already adopted draft law systematises general provisions on compensation. It introduces a clear definition of «infringement» –

In 2025, a number of important amendments to advertising legislation will come into force. The amendment will affect the distribution of social advertising and advertising of consumer loans and loans. In addition, the law “On Advertising” will introduce a new requirement to pay a fee when advertising on the Internet.  Social advertising On March 1,