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Structuring business processes

Structuring business processes is one of the ways to optimize the business of a company. In a broad sense, structuring is understood as a change in the organization of a business, the creation of divisions, separate business units, between which assets and functions are distributed. This procedure is suitable not…

Aug, 28 2025
Matryoshka companies are now legal in Russia. What will this mean for businesses?

Large-scale changes to corporate legislation came into force in Russia on 1 August, lifting a ban on the creation of so-called matryoshka companies that had been in place for almost 30 years. Introduced in 1995, this rule prevented the formation of interconnected chains of single-member companies and was intended to…

Aug, 27 2025
Closed joint-stock company: features of a legal entity

A closed joint stock company (CJSC) is one of the forms of business organization that unites participants on the basis of ownership of shares.

Aug, 26 2025
Contract for the creation of a corporation

A contract is a legal document that contains all the important information about making transactions and concluding long-term cooperation between the parties to it. If someone wants to set up a corporation, founders of which will be several legal entities, the conclusion of a special model contract is practiced. When setting up a new organization, this process is divided into two stages.

Aug, 26 2025
Contract of assignment and commission: comparative legal analysis

To increase sales, commercial organizations use different types of mediation. Most often, entrepreneurs resort to an agency agreement or other types of cooperation. We will conduct a comparative legal analysis of contracts of assignment and commission in order to determine which mediation option is the most profitable in each case. We will determine what these forms have in common, how contracts differ and what legislative acts they rely on.

Aug, 25 2025
Protection of taxpayers rights in court

The Tax Code of the Russian Federation guarantees the protection of taxpayers’ rights in court and the protection of their legitimate interests. That is, in case of infringement of rights and if there is a complaint from a person whose right has been violated, the court is obliged to open a case with the subsequent appointment of proceedings in accordance with the violation.

Aug, 24 2025
Pre-trial settlement of disputes. Cases of mandatory pre-trial procedure. Proof and terms of the pre-trial procedure.

There are two main dispute resolution mechanisms in the Russian legal system. The main and most frequently used method is the judicial procedure for conflict resolution. However, the second method, the pre–trial dispute settlement procedure, is gaining popularity for various reasons.

Aug, 24 2025
Verification of land lease agreements

A land lease agreement is a document that fixes the agreement between the landlord and the tenant. The first undertakes to provide the other party with temporary possession of land or part of it. Rent implies payment, as well as the purpose of the land, the need for the tenant to comply with urban planning laws and regulations.

Aug, 24 2025
Pre-trial procedure of settling labor disputes

Labor dispute is a disagreement between participants of employment relationship. As a rule, we are talking about conflicts between an employer and an employee, or between an employer and a group of employees. For the law to define a dispute as a labor dispute, it must necessarily affect work issues: personal differences between people do not belong to the category of labor, even if it is a personal conflict between colleagues.

Aug, 23 2025
Establishing a joint venture with a foreigner in Russia

A joint venture with a foreign participant is a legal entity that is formed by means of a merger of capital between a Russian entity and a representative of another country. The establishment of such a company has traditionally been seen as positive because it allows the attraction of foreign capital and foreign technology into Russia.

Aug, 23 2025
Pre-trial dispute settlement procedure in the arbitration process. When it’s necessary?

Pre-trial settlement of disputes is a list of measures aimed at resolving the conflict situation before the parties go to court.

Aug, 22 2025
Pre-trial settlement of tax disputes. Tax dispute resolution. Features of the procedure. In which cases is it necessary.

The procedure for resolving tax disputes is regulated by law. The conflict can be settled in court and pre-trial, but conflicts over the calculation of taxes are associated with difficulties for one of the parties. After all, in fact, the dispute is between a citizen, a company and the state.

Aug, 22 2025
Legal regulation of mergers and acquisitions

Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are important strategic tools for the development and growth of companies in the modern economy. These processes allow firms to strengthen their position in the market, expand their business and gain a competitive advantage.

Aug, 22 2025
Pre-trial procedure for settlement of disputes of entrepreneurs

A variety of conflicts may arise between entrepreneurs: around compliance with the terms of contracts, financial obligations, property rights. One of the most common disputes is over supply contracts, when suppliers violate deadlines or violate the quality and characteristics of goods.

Aug, 21 2025
Settlement of labor disputes in court

Every labor relations participant has the right to protect their rights and freedoms, including with the support of the State. This is stipulated by the legislation of the Russian Federation. It follows that employees and employers can resolve labor disputes not only administratively, but also in court. According to the Labor Code of the Russian Federation, the resolution of labor disputes in court is the main way to protect the interests of the parties.

Aug, 21 2025
Valen Group is 13 years

On August 8, 2025, our company celebrated its 13th birthday! Founded in 2012, our company has grown from a small law firm into a group of companies with overseas offices in Kazakhstan and UAE, serving clients from all over the world. Valen Group continues to develop, expanding its client base…

Aug, 21 2025