An interim measure
that is tailored to the claim and supported by evidence rather than framed as a generic asset freeze
Interim measures / Articles 90–91 of the Russian Commercial Procedure Code
Interim relief in Russian commercial courts
Interim measures under Articles 90–91 of the Russian Commercial Procedure Code — a procedural tool used to preserve the possibility of effective judgment or prevent substantial harm before the dispute is resolved. Attachment of accounts or property and prohibitions on specified acts must be legally justified and proportionate.
Interim measures in Russian commercial courts under Articles 90–91 of the Russian Commercial Procedure Code — may include attachment of accounts, property or an LLC interest, prohibitions on specified actions and other measures allowed by the Code. I also work with pre-action interim measures under the applicable rules Article 99 of the Russian Commercial Procedure Code, counter-security by bank guarantee or court deposit, and applications to vary or discharge measures when circumstances change.
Initial assessment
When assistance may be needed and what the work can cover
IndicatorsSigns that the issue is already active
- the counterparty is moving assets and there is evidence that enforcement may become difficult without urgent measures
- the debtor has limited identifiable assets and preservation measures are being considered
- interim measures imposed against your business are obstructing operations
- counter-security is required and the available form—such as a bank guarantee or court deposit—must be assessed
Work that may be requiredSteps that affect the position
- preparation of an interim-measures application addressing legal grounds, evidence and proportionality under Article 90 of the Russian Commercial Procedure Code
- court work on interim measures, including pre-action measures where the statutory conditions are met under Article 99 of the Russian Commercial Procedure Code
- challenge, substitution or discharge of an interim measure when the legal basis or circumstances justify it
- arranging counter-security through an acceptable bank guarantee or court deposit
Tools
What may be used to defend the position
Measures discharged
where they unlawfully or disproportionately block operations, or replaced with a less restrictive measure where available
Properly structured counter-security designed to avoid unnecessary pressure on working capital
Need a position on the case?
Describe the matter on Telegram: the document received, its date, the amount at risk and what has already been sent to the other party or authority.
Initial contact
Describe the situation — I will start with the document and deadline
Describe what you received, the date, the amount at risk and what has already been submitted. The first practical step will be clear after review.
Materials on this issue