
Legal Services in Russia & the former CIS countries
Van Rhijn & Partners is a law firm, created by Ivo van Rhijn, lawyer and slavist.
It is our goal to give you the assistance needed for conducting business in Russia and the former CIS countries. We offer legal advice, suited to your needs, at competitive prices. In addition to our legal practice, we offer bookkeeping services in accordance with both local and international standards.
Our Services
Company establishment & liquidation
There are several ways to become active on the Russian and CIS market. We have ample experience with incorporating and managing companies. We are also experienced in setting up and managing Representative and Branch Offices of foreign Legal entities. In close cooperation, we will assist you in determining the presence that best suits your needs.
Migration Law
Work Permits & Visas.
We can help you obtain the documents you need in order to lawfully visit, reside and work in Russia and other countries, like work permits, work visa and business visa. Which legal ground best suits your needs depends on your wishes and circumstances. Want to know which possibilities are most suitable for you? Ask for a free consultation.
Labour Law
The labour law in Russia and many former CIS countries is characterised by rituals and formalities from the Soviet past. It takes an experienced specialist to navigate through this bureaucracy. Van Rhijn & Partners has the knowledge and the experience to make sure you no longer have to worry about these formalities.
Family Law
Inheritances, divorces
Do you need help with a divorce or inheritance with a foreign element? We are ready to help you.
Real Estate Law
We can help you buy and sell both commercial and residential real estate in Russia and former CIS countries.
Accounting
Accounting standards in Russia and the former CIS differ from those in the EU and the USA. To comply with your obligations under while keeping a good overview, you need an accountant who is familiar with both reporting standards.
Why Hire Us?
Doing business or taking care of your personal affairs in a foreign country is not easy, we understand that. As a foreign owned business in Russia, we understand the concerns you as a foreigner may have better than many of our Russian colleagues. Especially during the current times.
We communicate with our clients honestly and transparently. We believe that valuing our clients’ interests as much as our own is key to building successful client relationships.

