Mediation means a structured negotiation process, whereby the conflicting parties attempt to reach a mutually agreeable solution with the assistance of a mediator, who is an independent and neutral facilitator.

It's the most flexible, confidential to the max, and least formal way to settle a dispute.

It's the same legal as litigation but cost-effective and quick.

It's all about peacemaking

• Naturally practical

Litigation lawyer-turned-mediator for too many cases seen that could have had much better outcomes if only genuinely tried for out-of-court resolution. So, the turn into mediation was natural. It's a bonanza of effectiveness that comes from the neutrality.

• Well qualified

The International Mediation Institute qualified mediator certified in England and Belorussia, plus a Russian diploma in mediation on top of two decades of related professional experience.

• Integrity undertaken

The European Code of Conduct for Mediators — these are the professional rules adhered to.

Result-oriented generalist lawyer with extensive experience in civil law, especially on contract and business law matters, plus negotiation and in-/out-of-court dispute resolution.

Comprehensive background in IP, constitutional, administrative and criminal law, plus an in-depth experience in legal support and representation of 'tax havens' harboured businesses.

Professional score accounts for dozens of lawsuits, some corporate warfare, countless negotiations, and all sort of deals.

The volume of projects advised on over the years totals around $5 bn, and the geographical reach of the practice covers two dozen countries on three continents.

Go to law is an option

• Courtroom tested troubleshooter

Worked on cases in different kinds and on all levels of domestic courts, plus the European Court of Human Rights and the UN Human Rights Committee. Skilled in handling multidisciplinary tasks, incl. work with the media and politically charged matters.

• Easy-going international

Lived and worked in different political systems, comfortable in international and intercultural environments. National frontiers and differences in legal systems do not confine. Speaking the language of the case, ready to be where needed. Working languages are Russian, English and Lettish.

• Confidential to the max

Confidential to the greatest extent possible. The secrets entrusted are carefully guarded.

• Above and beyond

Real life demands advice above and beyond pure lawyering, which is integral to the services provided.