Insights | Denuo

Increasing profits tax rate for organisations using trademarks of foreign companies that have ceased their activities in Russia

In response to the exodus of foreign companies from the Russian market and the subsequent discussion of their possible return, the State Duma has introduced two interrelated draft laws, No. 879837-8 and No. 879812-8, aimed, as lawmakers suggest, at protecting the domestic market and supporting domestic business.

Denuo’s team leads Russia’s M&A for eighth consecutive year

For the eighth consecutive year, Denuo’s team has been recognised as the highest-ranked legal advisor in Russia for M&A deal count, according to Mergers.ru league tables.

31 / 03 / 2510:00 msk

Personal data and legal risks: how to protect your business in 2025

Denuo defended Skyeng in corporate dispute

Denuo has successfully defended the interests of Skyeng online school and its subsidiary LLC “Q” in a dispute over the rights to participation interest in LLC “Q”. The lawsuit was filed by the ex-wife of one of the former participants of LLC “Q”.

02 / 04 / 2510:00 msk

Comprehensive tax treaty of the Russian Federation with the UAE. New opportunities for companies and business owners

Tougher personal data localisation requirements from 1 July 2025

On 28 February 2025, a federal law amending the Federal Law “On Personal Data” was published. The amendments will enter into force on 1 July 2025 and tighten the requirements for the localisation of personal data of citizens of the Russian Federation. In addition, based on the amendments, localisation requirements now apply not only to operators, but also to “processors” (persons processing personal data as instructed).

EU adopts 16th package of sanctions against Russia

On 24 February 2025, legal acts formalising the 16th package of European Union restrictive measures (sanctions) agains Russia. Read further in our legal update.

Clarifications that require clarification: the Russian Ministry of Finance updates its position on inclusion of dividends in the customs value

The Russian Ministry of Finance has published a new letter on the issue of including dividends in the customs value of goods. Although many foreign economic activity participants were expecting clarifications that would help eliminate contradictions in the current practice, the Ministry’s new position leaves more questions than answers. Read about the key conclusions of the Ministry of Finance, their potential impact on law enforcement practice and further prospects of regulation in our team’s overview.

Review of UK sanctions of 24 February 2025

On 24 February 2025, the United Kingdom announced new blocking sanctions targeting more than 100 Russian and foreign individuals and legal entities, as well as ships that are part of Russia’s so-called “shadow fleet.” Our team summarised the most significant designations in their legal update.

19 / 03 / 25

Alternative methods of dispute resolution in current environment: mediation and arbitration