Illarion Igorevich Girs, LL.M.
Master of International and European Law
IMI Certified Mediator
International Lawyer
International Lawyer
Mediation first
It's worth a try
It's worth a try
Mediation, a robust dispute resolution process, features a neutral, independent professional — the mediator — who expertly assists parties in navigating disputes. It uniquely empowers parties to explore possibilities for a settlement agreement that realistically matches their needs.
Mediation is the most flexible and least formal way to settle a dispute. While it holds the same legal standing as going to court, it's far more time- and cost-effective, putting common sense and human needs over rigid bureaucracy. International figures prove a success rate of 70% and more, dramatically outperforming the roughly 20% mark necessary to break even on time and cost compared to litigation in the EU, where legal battles are less costly than in places like the US and the UK.
Unlike litigation or arbitration, mediation addresses situations from a broader, real-life perspective, seeking resolutions beyond formal court limitations. While past events matter, settlement builds upon what best facilitates moving forward.
What happens in mediation stays in mediation. Unlike litigation or arbitration, the process is mainly off the record; all the related communication is Strictly Confidential and generally prohibited from disclosure. Moreover, the Without Prejudice principle means nothing said or proposed in mediation can be used in court. All in all, mediation undoubtedly is the safest legal setting for productive informal negotiations.
Entry into a mediated settlement agreement is at the discretion of each party, and all terms are subject to mutual consent. Discussions are not binding until formalised into a settlement agreement. Nevertheless, the mediated settlement transcends a mere gentlemen's agreement: it is legally binding and enforceable.
- IMI Certified MediatorCEDR Accredited Mediator of the highest professional class by the International Mediation Institute (IMI) standards with a unique blend of foundational training from Britain, Belorussia, Russia, Singapore, India, and the USA, on top of extensive law practice rich in amicable settlements.
- Regulated ProfessionalismBound by the IMI Code of Professional Conduct, and flexible to practice under any compatible terms worldwide, including UNCITRAL, WIPO, and ICC Mediation Rules. Independence, neutrality, and confidentiality form the professional duty of care towards the parties in mediation.
One of just six Russian-speaking IMI Certified Mediators worldwide, and the sole one active in Russia.
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He is inquisitive, analytical, intelligent
and he has a very important sense of justice.
and he has a very important sense of justice.
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Illarion Girs is not a typical lawyer.
He is not only into law, but into justice,
and he is not only into words, but into truth.
He is not only into law, but into justice,
and he is not only into words, but into truth.
Learned in law
No-nonsense professional
No-nonsense professional
Seasoned professional adept at navigating intricate legal landscapes. Since 2001, experience reflects numerous lawsuits, corporate warfare, countless negotiations, and diverse deals, including plenty of settlement agreements. Advised projects total around $5 bn.
To be attuned with modern business regulatory complexities, certified in ESG, Corporate Governance, Anti-Money Laundering, and Anti-Corruption.
To be attuned with modern business regulatory complexities, certified in ESG, Corporate Governance, Anti-Money Laundering, and Anti-Corruption.
- Courtroom testedLitigation experience spans a wide range of cases across all levels of domestic courts, including supreme and constitutional, and matters before the ECtHR.
- Easy-going internationalWell-versed in diverse political, international, and intercultural contexts, operating confidently across the globe. Committed to action, ready to go wherever needed.
- Tailored to the realitiesReal life demands advice beyond mere lawyerism, and that's the approach. Skilled in handling sensitive multidisciplinary tasks, including media and politically charged ones.
Core Practice Areas
including but not limited to
Clear, to-the-point agreements for serious pursuits. Cutting through unnecessary jargon and irrelevant templates to ensure predictable outcomes, proactively addressing inherent risks, and providing a clear roadmap for every deal well done.
Corporate frameworks are aligned with commercial objectives, eliminating unnecessary burdens and fostering operational efficiency. It's understood that any corporate vehicle is for business and not an end in itself.
Navigating disputes with a strategic and pragmatic approach. Always ready for litigation but prepared to seize every chance for a reasonable out-of-court resolution. A preference for common sense over formalities ensures determined advocacy for the interests entrusted.
Complex challenges arise where ordinary legal measures are insufficient, demanding a multidisciplinary and extraordinary approach beyond standard legality.
with Frontline Law Partners for assignments with an Indian element
