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STATUS Law Firm

Protection that works

We support businesses and individuals in complex legal disputes, from settlement negotiations to court representation. Clear terms and an accountable process.

since 2012in practice
700+completed cases
6practice areas
4lawyers on the team

Practice areas

Practice areas we know in depth

Focused expertise: each lawyer works in an area where they have developed years of practical experience.

Corporate law

Transactions, corporate agreements, business restructuring and shareholder disputes. We help establish governance that reduces risks before they become conflicts.

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Commercial litigation

Representation in commercial courts: debt recovery, contract disputes and insolvency. We prepare a position before proceedings begin.

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Real estate

Property transactions, leases, ownership disputes and development projects. We check the history of a property before documents are signed.

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Family law

Property division, maintenance, child residence and marriage agreements. A considerate, principled approach focused on family interests.

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Tax disputes

Challenges to tax decisions, audit support and defence against reassessments. We examine procedural issues and build a clear strategy.

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Criminal defence

Defence from preliminary investigation to trial and appeal. We get involved early, when initial steps may influence the outcome.

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  • Defence during investigation and trial
  • Support during searches and interviews
  • Appeals against sentences and preventive measures
  • Defence in financial crime cases

Why STATUS

The principles behind our reputation

We explain risks honestly before you decide. Our work follows a clear plan you can review.

Discuss your case
  1. Focused expertise

    Each lawyer works in a specific area and follows recent case law in depth.

  2. Clear terms

    Fees are agreed before work begins. No hidden charges or unexpected additions during the case.

  3. Attention to detail

    We study documents and facts before court and build a position in advance.

  4. An accountable team

    A dedicated partner works on every case. You know who is responsible and can contact them directly.

Team

The lawyers handling your case

We choose to remain a small team so you work with the people you met at the first appointment.

Andrey Sokolov, managing partner

Andrey Sokolov

Managing partner

Corporate law and commercial litigation. 19 years in practice and over 300 court cases.

Maria Volkova, partner

Maria Volkova

Partner

Tax disputes. Previously worked in the tax practice of a major consultancy.

Dmitry Larin, senior lawyer

Dmitry Larin

Senior lawyer

Criminal defence, financial crime cases and representation during investigations.

Elena Kovaleva, lawyer

Elena Kovaleva

Lawyer

Family law and real estate. Transaction support and settlement negotiations.

Our process

A clear process, from the first call to the outcome

  1. Enquiry and analysis

    You describe the situation. During the working day we assess the options and whether action is worthwhile.

  2. Strategy and terms

    We propose a plan, agree on fees and sign an agreement with a clear scope of work.

  3. Case work

    We gather evidence, prepare documents, negotiate and represent your interests in court.

  4. Outcome and report

    You receive the outcome and a clear report of what was done, why and what happens next.

Reviews

What customers say

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Our dispute with a contractor had lasted more than a year. STATUS prepared a position that helped us reach a settlement on our terms.

Finance director, wholesale business

They supported the purchase of a commercial property, checking its history and documents. The transaction went through without unexpected issues.

Business owner, retail chain

I thought the tax dispute was lost. The team found procedural errors and the reassessment was overturned on appeal. Calm, practical work without unrealistic promises.

Chief accountant, manufacturing company

Contact

Let’s discuss your situation

Describe your case and we will call during the working day, discuss the options and suggest a plan. The initial consultation is free.

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