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.”
...is recognised for his experience in a range of bankruptcy and commercial litigation matters [Nikolay Pokryshkin]
Nikolay Pokryshkin “is recognised for his experience in a range of bankruptcy and commercial litigation matters.”
I am impressed by your professionalism
“I would like to thank all of you for the work you have done and congratulate you on the positive cassation result! I am impressed by your professionalism. Very well done!”
The firm calculates all possible risks and has back-up solutions for every eventuality
“KK&P Trial Lawyers has been RBC’s legal counsel and representative since 2018. We’d like to thank the firm’s team for their thoughtful and thorough approach to any task. The firm calculates all possible risks and has back-up solutions for every eventuality.”
A high level of professionalism and responsibility
“We have worked with Maxim Kulkov and his team for a number of years and, together, we have successfully tackled unique and complex situations. Maxim’s arsenal includes an approach that is tailor-made to the client’s needs and to the requirements of each of his cases.”
Not only highly professional and open to any client request, but they also have a well-earned reputation
“We are impressed with the firm’s approach: they are not only highly professional and open to any client request, but they also have a well-earned reputation. We’d like to note that KK&P Trial Lawyers has successfully handled cases both in Russian courts and abroad, providing service at the level of leading international law firms.”
Confidence in the successful resolution of a case for our company
“Maxim Kulkov has represented Brunswick Group in various commercial disputes for more than 14 years. His involvement in a case makes us confident of its successful resolution. We have also successfully worked together with Nikolay Pokryshkin, who we recommend as a highly-qualified and responsible professional.”
The highest level of immersion in the case
“We had a sense of reliability, trust and support after our first meeting with Nikolay [Pokryshkin] and Dmitry [Ilin]. During the entire period of our cooperation we were aware of both the high qualification of the lawyers and their outstanding personal qualities, i.e., their politeness, decency, and friendliness.”
… first-class dispute lawyers
‘KK&P Lawyers is a boutique dispute resolution firm – and one of the leading (if not the leading) firm of this kind in Russia. Its partners and associates are first-class dispute lawyers.’
Excellent litigators…
‘Excellent litigators, great at resolving cases in Russian courts.’
… the highest quality of work …
‘For a year of work on the project, we did not have a single hitch on organizational issues, not a single agreed condition was violated, which allowed us to feel that the fate of our project was in good hands and we can rely on KK&P for any matter …’
… creativity, responsiveness and in-depth expertise …
‘The firm’s key attributes are creativity, responsiveness and in-depth expertise in Russian law and an ability to explain Russian law and how it is applied in practice. The lawyers have a keen understanding of how they can assist in their role as overseas lawyers in complex multi jurisdictional litigation.’
… excellent attention to detail …
‘… manage complex international arbitrations with consummate professionalism and efficiency in terms of response times, complying with challenging directions and communicating eloquently and persuasively with the tribunal and the opposing party. They are also excellent forensic lawyers with excellent attention to detail …’
… unrivalled arbitration experience …
‘The firm has unrivalled arbitration experience – both domestic and international – in the capacity of either sole counsel or co-counsel working alongside other firms or lawyers on cross-border disputes.’
… formidable trial lawyer [Maxim Kulkov]
‘… Maxim Kulkov is a formidable trial lawyer who has very persuasive advocacy skills.’
… respected in the English High Court [Maxim Kulkov]
‘Maxim Kulkov is our go-to Russian law expert. He is uniquely placed as a Russian law practitioner who has worked for many years on complex disputes with a fantastic global perspective. Maxim is well regarded and respected in the English High Court as an expert who gives independent, clear, reasoned, and coherent opinions …’
… creative in finding solutions [Maxim Kulkov]
‘Maxim Kulkov – clear writing and calm oral testimony skills that tribunals and courts find convincing. Quickly gets to the root of an issue and is creative in finding solutions.’
… two of the most technically gifted disputes lawyers operating in the Russian market [Maxim Kulkov and Oleg Kolotilov]
‘Maxim Kulkov and Oleg Kolotilov are two of the most technically gifted disputes lawyers operating in the Russian market. They are backed up by a superb team of diligent and hardworking juniors.’
… this level of intellectual honesty is well-regarded by courts and tribunals [Oleg Kolotilov]
‘Oleg Kolotilov understands the ever-changing landscape of Russian law and can clarify what seems complex. Oleg is not afraid to say that no definitive position exists at present with regard to an issue – this level of intellectual honesty is well-regarded by courts and tribunals.’
… impeccable knowledge of insolvency law [Nikolay Pokryshkin]
‘Nikolay Pokryshkin has impeccable knowledge of insolvency law and judicial practice.’
Even before we had questions <…>, Nikolay had already prepared answers to them [Nikolay Pokryshkin]
‘… Nikolay confirmed expectations, more importantly, he was able to surpass them, showing those qualities that we often lacked in working with other firms – namely, the level of immersion in the client’s problem. Even before we had questions about further steps and possible arguments of our opponents, Nikolay had already prepared answers to them.’
… very committed lawyer [Dmitry Vlasov]
‘Dmitry Vlasov is a deep thinker and very committed lawyer who explores every angle.’
… achieved the best possible results
A source says the lawyers are “client-oriented and focused on results,” before adding: “I believe KK&P achieved the best possible results.”
They represent … our company as if they are part of it
Clients highlight the team’s performance in court, one remarking that “they have a strong preparation in court hearings,” and adding: “They represent the interest of our company as if they are part of it.”
… one of the strongest Russian litigators [Maxim Kulkov]
Maxim Kulkov is one of the strongest Russian litigators acknowledged for his marked skill in complex Russian commercial disputes.
He [Maxim Kulkov] is very persuasive in court
… constantly offered different ideas in defence of our position [Oleg Kolotilov]
Oleg Kolotilov “constantly offered different ideas in defence of our position,” a client says, adding: “He has a deep knowledge of the legislation and can motivate the client not to give up.”
Oleg Kolotilov “has a structured, detailed approach.
Nikolay Pokryshkin acts on a broad range of commercial litigation matters and bankruptcy cases
The team is excellent to work with
‘The team is excellent to work with – it remains innovative and responsive to the tightest of deadlines.’
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A pleasant exception
‘Very often, lawyers speak their own legal language rather than the language of business – KK&P Trial Lawyers is a pleasant exception. When a client does not understand the intricacies of the legal process, this can be particularly reassuring.’
A leading individual in the Russian dispute resolution market in general and for arbitration in particular [Maxim Kulkov]
‘Maxim Kulkov is a leading individual in the Russian dispute resolution market in general and for arbitration in particular’ and ‘Maxim Kulkov is excellent as an expert witness.’
… a lawyer with perfect knowledge of the subject [Nikolay Pokryshkin]
‘Nikolay Pokryshkin showed himself to be a lawyer with perfect knowledge of the subject. I would particularly like to note his good understanding of international insolvency practice and his operational decision-making.’
Dmitry Vlasov is a creative and responsive lawyer
The firm is “highly visible in bankruptcy and insolvency matters”
The firm is “highly visible in bankruptcy and insolvency matters” and, according to one of its clients, is distinguished by its “thorough planning of strategy and tactics” for trial proceedings.
… meticulous attention to detail of every single document and piece of evidence
They are clear, concise and very to the point
… one of the top litigators in Russia [Maxim Kulkov]
… very knowledgeable and practical [Maxim Kulkov]
“Maxim is very knowledgeable and practical” and he “is also very good at understanding the commercial issues of a dispute.”
… ‘highly recommended for difficult mandates’
The ‘very well-connected’ team at KK&P Trial Lawyers ‘knows the Russian disputes market inside and out’ and is ‘highly recommended for difficult mandates’.
… ‘a big name in the industry’ [Maxim Kulkov]
Managing partner Maxim Kulkov is ‘a big name in the industry’.
… ‘clearly understandable and strategic solutions to the most complex questions’ [Oleg Kolotilov]
Oleg Kolotilov is ‘an accomplished and powerful advocate’, and ‘a good specialist in bankruptcy’ lauded for his ability to ‘offer clearly understandable and strategic solutions to the most complex questions’.
... willing to take on cases against major Russian state-owned companies
… the KK&P partners are distinguished by their “bravery”, proving more willing to take on cases against major Russian state-owned companies than some of their local competitors.
... a ‘brilliant legal scholar with the delivery of a prize heavyweight boxer’ [Maxim Kulkov]
Kulkov is a ‘man of great abilities’ with an ‘encyclopaedic knowledge in the fields of Russian civil law and private international law’ – a ‘brilliant legal scholar with the delivery of a prize heavyweight boxer’.
... ‘always considers all the possible options’ [Nikolay Pokryshkin]
Pokryshkin is “sharp and creative” and “always considers all the possible options”.
... ‘brilliant’ at anticipating opponents’ arguments [Maxim Kulkov]
Kulkov is “brilliant” at anticipating opponents’ arguments and interrogating the facts of a case “three times deeper than I could have imagined”.
‘… very responsible and rigorous approach’
“The firm stands out because of its very responsible and rigorous approach” – “efficient, collaborative and friendly”.
… ‘very thorough and detailed work on each and every aspect of the case’
The team is praised for its “very thorough and detailed work on each and every aspect of the case”.
… ‘theoretical knowledge and extensive judicial practice’
Clients highlight the team for its market insight, in particular the team’s “theoretical knowledge and extensive judicial practice” and underline its “very good understanding of international law”.
… ‘market leader’ [Maxim Kulkov]
… a “force of nature” and a “market leader”. [Maxim Kulkov]
‘… really determined to fight for you in the court’ [Maxim Kulkov]
… a “very creative, innovative litigator, really determined to fight for you in the court”. [Maxim Kulkov]
… ‘a good specialist in bankruptcy’ [Oleg Kolotilov]
Oleg Kolotilov garners praise as “a good specialist in bankruptcy”.
‘… the required result in a short time’
A distinctive feature of Nikolay, in addition to his awesome professional qualities, is a high degree of customer focus. Nikolay is always prompt, quickly delves into the essence of the client’s needs and gives the required result in a short time.
‘…always one step ahead of our opponents’
In trial proceedings Nikolay literally ‘forced’ the judges to create a new practice using his persuasive skills and was always one step ahead of our opponents (a very well-known law firm), who acknowledged his professionalism in backstage talks and in the corridors of the courts.
‘…several solutions, … an adequate vision of their effectiveness and appropriateness’
Nikolay Pokryshkin is focused on a specific result and is always ready to promptly resolve the issues, none of which will have a chance of avoiding his focused attention. Nikolay always suggests several solutions for each of the problems and provides an adequate vision of their effectiveness and appropriateness.
Combining local knowledge and European litigation principles
Oleg Kolotilov ‘seamlessly combines local knowledge with an understanding of how European companies expect to litigate’.
Represents clients across a wide range of international arbitration forums
Headed by the ‘approachable and pragmatic’ Maxim Kulkov, KK&P represents clients across a wide range of international arbitration forums.
…‘excellent litigation capabilities’
The ‘approachable, pragmatic’ team at KK&P has ‘excellent litigation capabilities’ and ‘an innovative mindset’, and finds ‘creative solutions to difficult, high-stakes issues’.
... a ‘brilliant legal scholar with the delivery of a prize heavyweight boxer’
Kulkov is a ‘man of great abilities’ with an ‘encyclopaedic knowledge in the fields of Russian civil law and private international law’ – a ‘brilliant legal scholar with the delivery of a prize heavyweight boxer’.
... a ‘deep, thoughtful, scrupulous approach’
KK&P provides a ‘deep, thoughtful, scrupulous approach’ and a ‘matter of fact, proactive attitude’.
... ‘sharp and creative’
Pokryshkin is “‘sharp and creative’ and ‘always considers all the possible options’”.
... ‘brilliant’ at anticipating opponents’ arguments
Kulkov is ‘brilliant’ at anticipating opponents’ arguments and digging up facts that ‘lie three times deeper than I could have imagined’.
... are like ‘raging bulls’ during hearings
Kulkov and Pokryshkin are like ‘raging bulls’ during hearings.
Willing to take on cases against major Russian state-owned companies
The KK&P partners are distinguished by their ‘bravery’, proving more willing to take on cases against major Russian state-owned companies than some of their local competitors.
Clients highlight the team`s case management skills
They do an excellent job of managing a large number of proceedings, and are always responsive and cognisant of the client’s concerns.
Complex Russian litigation cases
Managing partner Maxim Kulkov is a popular choice among international corporates for complex Russian litigation cases.
Experience in cross-border litigation
He [Maxim Kulkov] has experience in cross-border litigation, where he often acts as a Russian law expert.
A terrific contact to have in Russia
He [Maxim Kulkov] knows his stuff and he’s easy to deal with, he’s a terrific contact to have in Russia.
A lot of experience of hearings in arbitration courts
He [Maxim Kulkov] possesses a lot of experience of hearings in arbitration courts, the gift of persuasion and the ability to communicate his position in an accessible way.
International law firm advice
He’s [Maxim Kulkov] culturally bilingual as well as actually bilingual; he can give you international law firm advice but from a Russian lawyer with that insight into the domestic market.
Maxim Kulkov has a remarkable reputation for his impressive track record in domestic litigation
[Maxim Kulkov] weighs up the pros and cons of everything but is able to give you clear recommendations.
Vast level of experience across major international arbitration forums
KK&P’s professional, competent and proactive group has a vast level of experience across major international arbitration forums. Maxim Kulkov and Oleg Kolotilov are the key figures, acting for clients such as Brunswick Rail and Siberian Anthracite.
The firm`s client-centric focus
They are driven by the client’s success. They invest time to understand the client’s situation and desired result.
Clients appreciate the service the team provides
They’re responsive, they’re prepared to adjust to the needs of the client. They provide results in a form that is accessible and understandable to persons who do not have special knowledge in the field of law.
GATX Rail Vostok LLC has collaborated with KK&P on several important projects. We consider KK&P as a very professional and reliable partner. KK&P’s work exceeded all of our expectations and their qualified team has earned our respect and appreciation.
They always keep to deadlines
The lawyers always keep to deadlines and would always be available, 10pm in the evening or 7am in the morning. Our cases need a creative approach and that’s what the team does.
Strategic and persuasive
He [Maxim Kulkov] takes a lot of care when dealing with complicated matters
He [Maxim Kulkov] is very responsive and takes a lot of care to deal with complicated matters. It’s very pleasant and satisfying to work with him. Sources also note his extensive track record in domestic litigation.
Confidence in the successful resolution of a case for our company
Maxim Kulkov has represented Brunswick Group in various commercial disputes for more than 7 years. His involvement in a case makes us confident of its successful resolution. We have also successfully worked together with Nikolay Pokryshkin who we recommend as a highly-qualified and responsible professional.
Their advice is always measured and considered
We have found their advice to be measured, considered and business-oriented, the merits and risks of every course of action having been carefully calculated. The team’s work is both results-driven and as efficient as possible for the client.
High-quality, professional advice
We are grateful to [Maxim] for cooperation that allows our company to receive necessary legal services and high quality advice.
An ability to resolve the most complicated issues
Over many years, Maxim Kulkov has proved his ability to resolve the most complicated issues. He has successfully represented me and my architecture bureau three times in international arbitrations in Moscow and Stockholm. The fourth dispute was settled even before its filing with the court.
It’s a team of real professionals
It’s a team of real professionals. They promptly begin tackling the client’s problems in order to settle the dispute as fast and as effectively as possible.
An approach that is tailor-made to the client’s needs
We have worked with Maxim Kulkov and his team for a number of years already, and together we successfully tackled unique and complex situations. Maxim’s arsenal includes an approach that is tailor-made to the client’s needs and to the requirements of each of his cases.
Kulkov, Kolotilov & Partners always provides “high-quality, professional advice”
Kulkov, Kolotilov & Partners provide “high-quality, professional advice”, and has recently handled a number of disputes related to construction and debt recovery. Managing partner Maxim Kulkov is the leading figure along with Oleg Kolotilov, whose areas of focus include contractual, corporate and administrative disputes.
Maxim Kulkov is recommended for arbitration and mediation, intellectual property, litigation and commercial law.