Litigation in Russia and abroad
Protecting private capital in international family disputes
We defend the interests of business owners and individuals in cross-border disputes affecting family assets and children's interests, including property division, child disputes, and international child abduction cases.
Andrei Targashov, Founder Partner
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We defend the interests of business owners and individuals in cross-border disputes affecting family assets and children's interests, including property division, child disputes, and international child abduction cases.
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14
years
Experience in successfully representing clients' interests in Russian and foreign courts
>1500
The number of complex family and inheritance disputes we have resolved in the interests of clients
6
countries
Russia, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, Australia, and the USA are the jurisdictions in which we provide legal services.
Advantages
(Practice)
Narrow area of specialization
is an indicator of high professionalism
is an indicator of high professionalism
The firm is a boutique law firm specializing in family and inheritance disputes, combining precise legal thinking with a deep understanding of the psychological aspects of each case — this allows us to maintain a leading position.
We advise HNWI-clients and wealthy families on the most sensitive issues related to protecting and preserving their legacy.
The firm only handles complex disputes and ambitious tasks within its specialized expertise, engaging in cases only when there is a real opportunity to achieve the stated goals.
We advise HNWI-clients and wealthy families on the most sensitive issues related to protecting and preserving their legacy.
The firm only handles complex disputes and ambitious tasks within its specialized expertise, engaging in cases only when there is a real opportunity to achieve the stated goals.
Фирма является юридическим бутиком по семейным и наследственным спорам, что позволяет учитывать правовые тонкости и психологические аспекты дел и, как следствие, занимать лидирующие позиции.
The firm is a boutique law firm specializing in family and inheritance disputes, combining precise legal thinking with a deep understanding of the psychological aspects of each case — this allows us to maintain a leading position.
We advise HNWI clients and wealthy families on the most sensitive issues related to protecting and preserving their legacy.
The firm only handles complex disputes and ambitious tasks within its specialized expertise, engaging in cases only when there is a real opportunity to achieve the stated goals.
We advise HNWI clients and wealthy families on the most sensitive issues related to protecting and preserving their legacy.
The firm only handles complex disputes and ambitious tasks within its specialized expertise, engaging in cases only when there is a real opportunity to achieve the stated goals.
(1)
Family disputes
— divorce;
— division of common property / debt obligations;
— recognition of a monetary debt as
a common joint;
— invalidation of a marriage;
— invalidation of a marriage contract;
— civil registration issues;
— disputes complicated by a foreign element (international marriages).
— division of common property / debt obligations;
— recognition of a monetary debt as
a common joint;
— invalidation of a marriage;
— invalidation of a marriage contract;
— civil registration issues;
— disputes complicated by a foreign element (international marriages).
(2)
Parental disputes about children
— determining the place of residence of children with one of the parents;
— establishing / disputing paternity;
— recovery of child support;
— initiation of an international procedure for the recovery of alimony;
— child support reduction.
— establishing / disputing paternity;
— recovery of child support;
— initiation of an international procedure for the recovery of alimony;
— child support reduction.
— определение места жительства детей с одним из родителей;
— установление / оспаривание отцовства;
— взыскание алиментов
на содержание детей;
— инициирование международного порядка взыскания алиментов;
— снижение размера алиментов.
— установление / оспаривание отцовства;
— взыскание алиментов
на содержание детей;
— инициирование международного порядка взыскания алиментов;
— снижение размера алиментов.
(3)
International child abduction
— return of a child taken to Russia;
— ensuring rights when requesting
the return of a child from Russia;
— return of a child taken away from Russia.
— ensuring rights when requesting
the return of a child from Russia;
— return of a child taken away from Russia.
— возврат ребенка, увезенного
в Россию;
— обеспечение прав при запросе
на возврат ребенка из России;
— возврат ребенка, увезенного
из России.
в Россию;
— обеспечение прав при запросе
на возврат ребенка из России;
— возврат ребенка, увезенного
из России.
(4)
Adoption and parental rights
Adoption and parental rights
— international adoption in Russian courts;
— adoption in Russian courts by Russian citizens;
— restriction / deprivation of parental rights.
— adoption in Russian courts by Russian citizens;
— restriction / deprivation of parental rights.
(5)
Hereditary disputes
— support of the inheritance procedure;
— removal of unworthy heirs from inheritance;
— protection and management
of hereditary property;
— recognition of ownership of property
by inheritance;
— establishment of facts of legal significance for the purposes
of inheritance;
— determination of the existence of a will and its contestation;
— protection of heirs at the claims of the testator's creditors.
— removal of unworthy heirs from inheritance;
— protection and management
of hereditary property;
— recognition of ownership of property
by inheritance;
— establishment of facts of legal significance for the purposes
of inheritance;
— determination of the existence of a will and its contestation;
— protection of heirs at the claims of the testator's creditors.
(6)
Wealth care
— inheritance planning;
— performing family office functions for HNWI / UHNWI clients;
— support of transactions with personal assets (real estate, aircraft, yachts, art objects, securities, cryptocurrency, etc.);
— mediation of intra-family and business relations;
— organization / reform of corporate governance;
— creation of personal and inheritance funds (trusts);
— support of charitable activities.
— performing family office functions for HNWI / UHNWI clients;
— support of transactions with personal assets (real estate, aircraft, yachts, art objects, securities, cryptocurrency, etc.);
— mediation of intra-family and business relations;
— organization / reform of corporate governance;
— creation of personal and inheritance funds (trusts);
— support of charitable activities.
(7)
Investigations / Forensics
— verification of the testimony of the child;
— establishment of property of citizens and organizations;
— search and return of assets, including digital financial assets (cryptocurrencies);
— identification and proof of affiliation
of citizens and organizations;
— search for the child and the parent who abduction the child;
— financial investigations;
— collection of evidence in civil and criminal cases.
— establishment of property of citizens and organizations;
— search and return of assets, including digital financial assets (cryptocurrencies);
— identification and proof of affiliation
of citizens and organizations;
— search for the child and the parent who abduction the child;
— financial investigations;
— collection of evidence in civil and criminal cases.
(8)
Italian practice
— preparation of legal documents under Italian law;
— legal support of marriage registration in Italy;
— international divorce;
— protecting a parent from prosecution for child abduction;
— division of common property in Italy;
— inheritance of assets in Italy;
— legal opinions on Russian law for Italian courts;
— exequatur of Italian judgments.
— legal support of marriage registration in Italy;
— international divorce;
— protecting a parent from prosecution for child abduction;
— division of common property in Italy;
— inheritance of assets in Italy;
— legal opinions on Russian law for Italian courts;
— exequatur of Italian judgments.
(9)
Bankruptcy (Insolvency)
— challenging a marriage contract and other transactions to conceal assets from creditors;
— joint bankruptcy of spouses;
— bankruptcy of an estate;
— subsidiary liability of the person controlling the debtor and his relatives;
— director's liability in the event of a conflict of interest;
— recognition of the sole residence as luxury for its sale;
— opposition to gaining control over the bankruptcy proceedings.
— joint bankruptcy of spouses;
— bankruptcy of an estate;
— subsidiary liability of the person controlling the debtor and his relatives;
— director's liability in the event of a conflict of interest;
— recognition of the sole residence as luxury for its sale;
— opposition to gaining control over the bankruptcy proceedings.
Services
Legal consultation
The consultation includes a discussion of your situation (up to two hours), review of documents, and answering your questions. In-person and online consultations are available in Russian, English, and Italian.
Litigation
Domestic violence cases
Also, based on the results of the first legal consultation, an agreement can be immediately concluded to represent client’s interests in court or to prepare necessary pleadings.
We provide free, comprehensive legal support to women and minors facing acts of domestic violence.
(About the lawyer)
Trial lawyer, legal psychologist
more than 14 years of legal experience
I have worked in Russian and international law firms. Formed the defense position in the first case of international child abduction in the history of the Supreme Court of the Russian Federation (Case No. 67-КГ26-5-К8).
Targashov Andrei Andreevich
Recommended by the leading international rating The Best Lawyers™ for work in the field of regulatory practice.
Education
— Novosibirsk Humanitarian Institute, 2012 (lawyer)
— Penza State University, 2021 (legal psychologist) with honors
— Penza State University, 2021 (legal psychologist) with honors
Specialization
Family and inheritance law, legal psychology (dispute resolution and investigations).
I have special legal expertise in divorce cases related to the division of property, cases of international child abduction, cases of determining the place of residence and the procedure for communicating with a child, cases of domestic violence.
I deal with cases of recognition of the right to inheritance, the establishment of the fact of kinship of persons with each other, the removal of unworthy heirs from inheritance, complex inheritance disputes in the field of corporate law.
I take care of other delicate assignments.
Exceptional knowledge, backed by extensive experience in dispute resolution and mediation, distinguishes my legal practice, which covers all legal issues related to the protection of private capital, family wealth care and reputation management.
I have special legal expertise in divorce cases related to the division of property, cases of international child abduction, cases of determining the place of residence and the procedure for communicating with a child, cases of domestic violence.
I deal with cases of recognition of the right to inheritance, the establishment of the fact of kinship of persons with each other, the removal of unworthy heirs from inheritance, complex inheritance disputes in the field of corporate law.
I take care of other delicate assignments.
Exceptional knowledge, backed by extensive experience in dispute resolution and mediation, distinguishes my legal practice, which covers all legal issues related to the protection of private capital, family wealth care and reputation management.
Languages
I speak legal English and Italian.
Семейное и наследственное право, юридическая психология (разрешение споров и расследования).
Обладаю особенной правовой экспертизой по бракоразводным делам, связанным с разделом имущества, делам о международном похищении детей, делам об определении места жительства и порядка общения
с ребенком, делам о домашнем насилии.
Занимаюсь делами о признании права
на наследство, об установлении факта родства лиц друг с другом,
об отстранении недостойных наследников от наследования, сложными наследственными спорами
в области корпоративного права.
Решаю иные деликатные поручения.
Исключительные знания, опирающиеся на богатый опыт в разрешении споров
и медиации, отличают мою юридическую практику, которая охватывает все правовые вопросы, связанные с защитой частного капитала и управлением семейным благосостоянием.
Обладаю особенной правовой экспертизой по бракоразводным делам, связанным с разделом имущества, делам о международном похищении детей, делам об определении места жительства и порядка общения
с ребенком, делам о домашнем насилии.
Занимаюсь делами о признании права
на наследство, об установлении факта родства лиц друг с другом,
об отстранении недостойных наследников от наследования, сложными наследственными спорами
в области корпоративного права.
Решаю иные деликатные поручения.
Исключительные знания, опирающиеся на богатый опыт в разрешении споров
и медиации, отличают мою юридическую практику, которая охватывает все правовые вопросы, связанные с защитой частного капитала и управлением семейным благосостоянием.
Работал в российских
и международных адвокатских бюро. Представлял интересы клиентов
в российских и иностранных судах более чем в 500 судебных разбирательствах.
и международных адвокатских бюро. Представлял интересы клиентов
в российских и иностранных судах более чем в 500 судебных разбирательствах.
Successful experience in international cases
One of our areas of expertise is cross-border issues, including the application of international private law and international treaties.
Over the years, we have built strong partnerships with some of the best lawyers in Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, Australia, and the USA practicing international family and inheritance law.
Over the years, we have built strong partnerships with some of the best lawyers in Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, Australia, and the USA practicing international family and inheritance law.
Успешный опыт работы
по международным делам
по международным делам
Один из элементов моей работы — это трансграничные вопросы, применение норм международного частного права
и международных договоров.
За годы практики мне удалось создать прочные партнерские отношения
с одними из лучших адвокатов Италии, Австралии и Соединенных Штатов Америки, практикующих в области семейного и наследственного права.
и международных договоров.
За годы практики мне удалось создать прочные партнерские отношения
с одними из лучших адвокатов Италии, Австралии и Соединенных Штатов Америки, практикующих в области семейного и наследственного права.
One of our areas of expertise is cross-border issues, including the application of international private law and international treaties.
Over the years, we have built strong partnerships with some of the best lawyers in Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, Australia, and the USA practicing international family and inheritance law.
Over the years, we have built strong partnerships with some of the best lawyers in Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, Australia, and the USA practicing international family and inheritance law.
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about bills
(Blog)
We provide consultations in Russian, English and Italian
(Consultation)
Strategic consultation to protect your interests
Send your question and get an answer at a time convenient for you.
Reviews
Sidorenko Marina
December 18, 2025
Andrei Andreevich handled our case to establish kinship between cousins. We didn't do it in time; our parents were dead, and there was a significant age difference between us. We had no direct evidence. Andrei Andreevich, a true professional, handled our case successfully. The court established our kinship! Thank you so much! I highly recommend A.A. Targashov. I wish him a successful career!
Stefano Volta
April 9, 2025
Professional and friendly, understanding regarding the difficulty in payments from the European Union. Absolutely suggested.
Amelie H.
July 6, 2024
Andrei is an incredible professional! From the very first consultation, he understood my extremely complex family ties and created a very clear plan of action. He was in touch throughout the entire process, not only as a lawyer but also as a psychologist (I was very nervous, as this was my first time going through a court case). The case was resolved in my favor, and Andrei is a big part of that! I am incredibly grateful and highly recommend him! Thank you!
Natalia F.
January 20, 2024
When the question arose about finding a lawyer for divorce proceedings, I asked
from friends who is best to contact. Two people recommended Andrei Targashov to me. During the consultation, I really liked the communication, he explained everything, answered all the questions. Andrei conducted my divorce process without my presence, saving my nerves 🙏
Andrei kept me informed at all stages - a true professional, I recommend it to everyone 🤝 Andrei, thank you very much for everything 🌷
from friends who is best to contact. Two people recommended Andrei Targashov to me. During the consultation, I really liked the communication, he explained everything, answered all the questions. Andrei conducted my divorce process without my presence, saving my nerves 🙏
Andrei kept me informed at all stages - a true professional, I recommend it to everyone 🤝 Andrei, thank you very much for everything 🌷
Nadezhda K.
August 29, 2023
This is not the first time I have contacted you to Andrei Targashov and consider him my family lawyer). Every time I receive a complete and qualified answer, consultation and advice. He answers very quickly, which is good in difficult situations when an answer is needed urgently. I definitely recommend it.
Нашла Андрея Таргашова
в качестве консультанта
по семейному праву, доверившись отзывам в интернете.
Ни на секунду не пожалела
о выборе. Компетентный юрист, уверенный консультант, спокойный собеседник , обаятельный джентльмен, пунктуальный
и обязательный человек.
Приятно иметь дело. Желаю компании Targashov Group неуклонного развития и побед!
Спасибо за помощь.
в качестве консультанта
по семейному праву, доверившись отзывам в интернете.
Ни на секунду не пожалела
о выборе. Компетентный юрист, уверенный консультант, спокойный собеседник , обаятельный джентльмен, пунктуальный
и обязательный человек.
Приятно иметь дело. Желаю компании Targashov Group неуклонного развития и побед!
Спасибо за помощь.
Андрей Андреевич Таргашов уже
на первой консультации произвёл впечатление очень грамотного опытного юриста: он быстро разобрался в проблеме, разработал чёткий план её решения.
Вёл дело уверенно, оперативно реагировать на изменения ситуации, что позволило добиться успеха. Также хочется отметить,
что Андрей Андреевич душевный обаятельный человек. Уверенно рекомендую!
на первой консультации произвёл впечатление очень грамотного опытного юриста: он быстро разобрался в проблеме, разработал чёткий план её решения.
Вёл дело уверенно, оперативно реагировать на изменения ситуации, что позволило добиться успеха. Также хочется отметить,
что Андрей Андреевич душевный обаятельный человек. Уверенно рекомендую!
Выражаю огромную благодарность
и признательность адвокату Андрею Андреевичу Таргашову
за отличную работу
и профессиональную помощь
в моем деле. Рекомендую
с полной уверенностью !
и признательность адвокату Андрею Андреевичу Таргашову
за отличную работу
и профессиональную помощь
в моем деле. Рекомендую
с полной уверенностью !
Когда встал вопрос о поиске юриста для бракоразводного процесса, спрашивала у знакомых к кому лучше обратиться Два человека посоветовали мне Андрея Таргашова.
На консультации очень понравился
в общении ,все объяснил ,ответил
на все вопросы Андрей провел мой бракоразводный процесс без моего присутствия, сохранив мне нервы 🙏
На всех этапах держал меня в курсе Андрей - настоящий профессионал, всем советую 🤝 Андрей ,спасибо Вам большое за все 🌷
На консультации очень понравился
в общении ,все объяснил ,ответил
на все вопросы Андрей провел мой бракоразводный процесс без моего присутствия, сохранив мне нервы 🙏
На всех этапах держал меня в курсе Андрей - настоящий профессионал, всем советую 🤝 Андрей ,спасибо Вам большое за все 🌷
Уже не первый раз обращаюсь
к Андрею Таргашову и считаю его своим семейным юристом). Каждый раз получаю полный
и квалифицированный ответ, консультацию и советы.
Отвечает очень быстро, что радует в сложных ситуациях, когда ответ нужен срочно.
Определенно, советую.
к Андрею Таргашову и считаю его своим семейным юристом). Каждый раз получаю полный
и квалифицированный ответ, консультацию и советы.
Отвечает очень быстро, что радует в сложных ситуациях, когда ответ нужен срочно.
Определенно, советую.
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Hourly rates
1. General Principles.
Targashov Group provides professional legal services on a fee-for-service basis.
Each case is reviewed individually, taking into account its complexity, scope, jurisdiction, urgency, and strategic importance.
Following the initial consultation and initial assessment, the client is provided with:
2. Fee Setting Approach.
Fees are determined based on:
Third-party and associated costs (including government fees, translation, notary fees, courier, and transportation costs) are borne by the client and are not included in the fee.
The minimum fee for services is 1 (one) hour. After the first hour, time is further calculated in 6 (six) minute increments.
3. Fee Structure.
Depending on the nature and scope of services provided, the following payment models may be applied.
3.1. Litigation.
$520 – participation in one court hearing to represent a client in Russian courts. Court preparation is not included in the price of services and is paid separately.
The rate applies regardless of the length of the court hearing and the scope of procedural actions performed during it.
If the total time of waiting and participation in the court hearing exceeds 5 (five) hours, subsequent time is paid at the legal support rate.
3.2. International Legal Support.
$390 per hour of services for cases requiring coordination across multiple jurisdictions, application of international law, and interaction with foreign specialists.
The rate applies, among other things, to the provision of legal services in the following categories of cases:
3.3. Legal Support.
$290 per hour for services not related to the lawyer's participation in court hearings, including:
3.4. Legal Consulting.
$195 per hour of legal consulting services, including:
4. Timekeeping.
All time is recorded in 6-minute increments.
In certain cases, an initial introductory consultation of up to 15 minutes may be provided free of charge solely to determine the format of possible cooperation.
Upon the client's request, the firm can provide a breakdown of the actual time spent for individual stages of legal services.
5. Terms of provision of legal services.
The timeframe for providing legal services depends on:
6. Flexible Fee Structure.
Targashov Group helps its clients choose and implement dispute resolution strategies that fit their budgets. Depending on the nature of the legal services, the following may be applied:
The estimated budget provided to the client at the initial stage is an estimate and is subject to adjustment as the scope of services, the complexity of the case, or new circumstances arise. If the expected scope of work changes significantly, the firm will notify the client in advance.
7. Complexity Factors.
The following circumstances may be taken into account when determining the fee:
8. Final Provisions.
The hourly rates stated apply to all legal services provided by Targashov Group, unless otherwise agreed with the client in writing.
The firm reserves the right to adapt the fee structure depending on the specifics, jurisdiction, and strategic objectives of a particular case.
This pricing policy is aimed at ensuring transparent, fair, and professional pricing of legal services, taking into account the complexity, scope, and strategic importance of each client's task.
Targashov Group provides professional legal services on a fee-for-service basis.
Each case is reviewed individually, taking into account its complexity, scope, jurisdiction, urgency, and strategic importance.
Following the initial consultation and initial assessment, the client is provided with:
- An assessment of the case's prospects;
- An estimated budget for key service delivery stages.
2. Fee Setting Approach.
Fees are determined based on:
- The actual time spent by the specialists;
- Agreed hourly rates and/or fixed payment models.
Third-party and associated costs (including government fees, translation, notary fees, courier, and transportation costs) are borne by the client and are not included in the fee.
The minimum fee for services is 1 (one) hour. After the first hour, time is further calculated in 6 (six) minute increments.
3. Fee Structure.
Depending on the nature and scope of services provided, the following payment models may be applied.
3.1. Litigation.
$520 – participation in one court hearing to represent a client in Russian courts. Court preparation is not included in the price of services and is paid separately.
The rate applies regardless of the length of the court hearing and the scope of procedural actions performed during it.
If the total time of waiting and participation in the court hearing exceeds 5 (five) hours, subsequent time is paid at the legal support rate.
3.2. International Legal Support.
$390 per hour of services for cases requiring coordination across multiple jurisdictions, application of international law, and interaction with foreign specialists.
The rate applies, among other things, to the provision of legal services in the following categories of cases:
- International family disputes;
- International child abduction;
- Enforcement and recognition of foreign judgments;
- Development of defense strategies for cross-border disputes;
- Interaction with foreign lawyers, government agencies, and competent authorities;
- Preparation of legal opinions on matters of private international law;
- Other projects involving a foreign element and requiring specialized international legal expertise.
3.3. Legal Support.
$290 per hour for services not related to the lawyer's participation in court hearings, including:
- Analysis of the legal situation and development of a strategy;
- Preparation of procedural documents;
- Preparation for court hearings;
- Participation in negotiations and conciliation proceedings;
- Support for enforcement proceedings;
- Other case management activities.
3.4. Legal Consulting.
$195 per hour of legal consulting services, including:
- Legal consultations (oral and written);
- Telephone conversations;
- Professional communication with the client;
- Interaction with government agencies, local governments, organizations, and third parties;
- Procedural and technical support (reviewing case materials, preparing copies of documents, arranging for the receipt of procedural materials and court correspondence, as well as other ancillary legal actions);
- Other actions related to consulting the client.
4. Timekeeping.
All time is recorded in 6-minute increments.
In certain cases, an initial introductory consultation of up to 15 minutes may be provided free of charge solely to determine the format of possible cooperation.
Upon the client's request, the firm can provide a breakdown of the actual time spent for individual stages of legal services.
5. Terms of provision of legal services.
The timeframe for providing legal services depends on:
- the complexity and structure of the case;
- the procedural positions of the parties;
- the availability of court hearings and procedural deadlines;
- the workload of the firm's specialists.
6. Flexible Fee Structure.
Targashov Group helps its clients choose and implement dispute resolution strategies that fit their budgets. Depending on the nature of the legal services, the following may be applied:
- fixed fees for individual stages of work;
- stage payments;
- hourly rates;
- success fees.
The estimated budget provided to the client at the initial stage is an estimate and is subject to adjustment as the scope of services, the complexity of the case, or new circumstances arise. If the expected scope of work changes significantly, the firm will notify the client in advance.
7. Complexity Factors.
The following circumstances may be taken into account when determining the fee:
- significant volume of procedural actions;
- lack of established case law;
- cross-border (international) nature of the dispute;
- participation of several parties and other persons in the process;
- need to obtain expert opinions;
- economic nature of the dispute;
- complex financial and settlement structure of the case;
- claim value over 100 million rubles.
8. Final Provisions.
The hourly rates stated apply to all legal services provided by Targashov Group, unless otherwise agreed with the client in writing.
The firm reserves the right to adapt the fee structure depending on the specifics, jurisdiction, and strategic objectives of a particular case.
This pricing policy is aimed at ensuring transparent, fair, and professional pricing of legal services, taking into account the complexity, scope, and strategic importance of each client's task.