Who we are
Russian lawyers who focus on international clients.
We do not spread our staff thin. Our narrow focus on complex commercial disputes and major transactions guarantees a premium quality service
We do not spread our staff thin. Our narrow focus on complex commercial disputes and major transactions guarantees a premium quality service
What we do
Sanctions
Domestic and Foreign Litigation
Insolvency
Commercial Arbitration
Corporate and M&A
Expert Reports
Domestic and Foreign Litigation
Insolvency
Commercial Arbitration
Corporate and M&A
Expert Reports
Our experience
The total value of the cases we won in 2023 was almost $2.6bn.
The total value of the transactions we supported was almost $1.3bn.
We have handled cases in 60 countries
The total value of the transactions we supported was almost $1.3bn.
We have handled cases in 60 countries
Where we work
27 regions in Russia
28 European countries
6 FSU countries
12 Asian and Middle Eastern countries
7 countries in the Americas
5 African countries
28 European countries
6 FSU countries
12 Asian and Middle Eastern countries
7 countries in the Americas
5 African countries
What clients say
“…independent Russian boutique with extensive experience of cross-border disputes, acting for a range of domestic and international clientele”
Recognition
Chambers Europe
Chambers Global
The Legal 500
The GAR 100
Pravo-300
Kommersant
RAA.Guide
Chambers Global
The Legal 500
The GAR 100
Pravo-300
Kommersant
RAA.Guide
Events calendar
Welcome to the events with our participation
Practical experience and in-depth theoretical knowledge [Dmitry Ilin]...
“We would like to acknowledge the efforts of Counsel Dmitry Ilin, who supervised our case. Dmitry provided and continues to provide us with invaluable assistance. His practical experience and in-depth theoretical knowledge impressed not only us, but also the other participants involved in the project.”
The timely and successful closing of the transactions...
“Thanks to the professionalism of the KK&P lawyers, FC Management was able to complete the process of acquiring stakes within 2022. The timely and successful closing of the transactions allowed us to restart our business, retain all our staff positions, and continue serving more than 2,000 clients across the country.”
KK&P lawyers worked 24/7, taking on tasks instantly
“KK&P lawyers worked 24/7, taking on tasks instantly, at any time of the day or night. This made it possible to respond quickly and efficiently to urgent requests related to the transaction, which ultimately led to its successful completion.”
...the high level of professionalism
“The KK&P team excelled in the course of its work. I would especially like to note the high level of professionalism in broad areas of expertise, related not only to M&A, but also to a whole range of complex legal issues beyond the scope of the project.”
KK&P is a prominent disputes boutique...
“KK&P is a prominent disputes boutique regularly representing domestic and international financial institutions as well as corporate clients in domestic disputes. Debt recovery, bankruptcy and liability, shareholder disputes are all active areas of experience for the law firm. The team is active in manufacturing, oil and gas industry, while also regularly representing private individuals.”
...an independent Russian boutique...
The firm is an “independent Russian boutique with extensive experience of cross-border disputes, acting for a range of domestic and international clientele.”
The team is adept at representing clients
“The team is adept at representing clients with operations in Russia and in contentious matters including IP proceedings, contractual cases, shareholder disputes and liability disputes. It provides expertise in international arbitrations and cross-border litigation, and is well versed in guiding clients from a variety of sectors in such cases.”
...tremendous experience in giving advice
“They speak great English, which is wonderful. They have also got tremendous experience in giving advice for using Russian law in foreign jurisdictions.”
...a market-leading Russian litigator [Maxim Kulkov]
“a market-leading Russian litigator who is highly visible in complex Russian commercial disputes.”
...well regarded for his extensive expertise [Maxim Kulkov]
“He is also well regarded for his extensive expertise in providing domestic law expert advice in international arbitration cases. Maxim Kulkov also regularly acts as an arbitrator.”
He understands what is needed [Maxim Kulkov]
“He’s clear and definitive in what he says.” “He understands what is needed.”
Oleg Kolotilov regularly acts for a range of domestic and international clients
Oleg Kolotilov “regularly acts for a range of domestic and international clients on commercial litigation matters in Russian courts.”
He generated ideas and put forward a proactive position [Oleg Kolotilov]
“He generated ideas and put forward a proactive position. He wasn’t just waiting for our decision, he was able to lead.”
KK&P Partners took part in London International Disputes Week 2025
KK&P Partners Maxim Kulkov and Nikolay Pokryshkin participated in a Case study on the impact of sanctions, ASIs and insolvency in dispute resolution between Russian and Western companies – an event prepared jointly with Belgravia Law and Radcliff...
Russian Constitutional Court rejects challenge to provisions establishing exclusive Russian court jurisdiction in sanctions disputes despite arbitration agreements
In Case VTB v OWH SE iL, No 999-O (Russian Constitutional Court), the Constitutional Court of Russia refused to hear a complaint against the constitutionality of articles 248.1 and 248.2 of the Russian Arbitrazh Procedure Code, which allow the Russia...
“Everyone competes with everybody”: Maxim Kulkov in an interview for Law360 on how the Russian legal market has changed over the past year
The events of February 2022 led to international law firms closing their offices in Russia, but most of their operations remain under new names. In a conversation with Law360, managing partner of KK&P Trial Lawyers Maxim Kulkov spoke about how th...