International trade and cross-border transactions

Legal support of international trade, supplies, commercial contracts and cross-border projects between Europe, UAE, Russia and CIS countries

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— About practice

International trade requires more than a well-drafted contract

An international transaction brings together different legal systems, corporate structures, foreign exchange regulations, banking compliance, logistics and commercial interests of the parties. An error in the structure of the transaction can lead to the impossibility of fulfilling the contract, delayed payments, violation of export restrictions, or the emergence of an international dispute.

Erich Rath supports international trade projects between Europe, the UAE, Russia and the CIS countries, helping companies create legal models that ensure the safe movement of goods, services, technology and capital across multiple jurisdictions.

We work not only with contracts. We design the legal architecture of international trade.

— When practice is needed

We support projects if the company:

starts exporting or importing products
enters new international markets
creates an international distribution network
appoints a regional distributor
works through agents
changes the supply chain
reschedules production
implements EPC projects
concludes long-term international contracts
accompanies complex cross-border deliveries between Europe, the UAE and the CIS

— Expertise

Main directions

International commercial agreements

An international treaty defines not only the commercial terms of cooperation, but also a mechanism for protecting business in the event of disputes, changes in legislation, or the impossibility of fulfilling obligations.

We develop contractual models that take into account the characteristics of multiple jurisdictions, international trade and the corporate structure of the parties.

international sales contracts
supply contracts
EPC contracts
service contracts
framework agreements
technology agreements
long-term supply contracts
production contracts

International deliveries

We support the legal structure of international supplies of industrial products, equipment, technologies and raw materials.

export
import
international supply of equipment
complex deliveries
support of logistics projects
support for the execution of international contracts

Distribution networks

A properly constructed distribution system determines the speed of business development and the level of legal risks.

We support the creation of international sales networks between Europe, the Middle East, Russia and the CIS countries.

exclusive distribution agreements
master distribution
regional distribution
dealer networks
commercial policies
distribution compliance

Agency models

In many countries, the commercial agent remains the most effective market entry model.

We support the creation of agency structures, taking into account the requirements of local legislation and international practice.

agency agreements
commercial agency
sales representatives
remuneration structures
commercial intermediaries
termination of agency relations

International supply chains

The modern supply chain is a system of interconnected legal relationships between several companies, banks and logistics operators.

We support projects to change the structure of international supplies and redistribute functions within international groups of companies.

supply chain structuring
supply chain audit
logistics contracts
transfer of production
regional supply models
cross-border transactions

International payments

The settlement structure is one of the key elements of an international transaction.

We support the development of a legal settlement model, taking into account the requirements of banks, the corporate structure of the parties and the characteristics of international trade.

settlement structures
trade finance documents
bank documentation
commercial settlement mechanisms
contractual payment protection

International projects

Comprehensive support for international commercial projects implemented simultaneously in several countries.

international investment projects
construction of production facilities
localization of production
supply of industrial equipment
infrastructure projects
projects between Europe, UAE and CIS

— Results

Relevant experience

Support for the international supply of industrial equipment between Europe and Russia

Development of a contract model for an international production group operating in Europe, the UAE and the CIS countries

Creation of an international distribution network for industrial products

Legal support of a cross-border investment project involving several group companies

Development of a corporate model for an international supply chain after business restructuring

— Who do we help?

We support international projects of companies operating in the following sectors:

industrial production
mechanical engineering
automotive industry
energy
oil and gas industry
metallurgy
chemical industry
logistics
transport
information Technology
telecommunications
pharmaceuticals
medical technology
consumer goods
infrastructure projects

— Advantages

Why Erich Rath

01support of international trade between Europe, UAE, Russia and CIS countries
02deep understanding of the commercial logic of international transactions
03experience supporting international production teams
04an integrated approach combining corporate law, international trade and regulatory support
05development of legal models designed for long-term business sustainability

— FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

We support exports, imports, international deliveries, EPC projects, long-term commercial contracts, international projects and investment transactions.

Yes. We are developing a legal model for the work of distributors, dealers, agents and other commercial partners.

Yes. Most of our projects cover Europe, the UAE, Russia and the CIS countries.

Yes. We prepare, negotiate and support international commercial agreements, taking into account the specifics of a specific transaction and applicable law.

Yes. We coordinate legal work at all stages of the project - from developing the structure of the transaction to supporting the execution of contracts and protecting the interests of the client.

— See also

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— Analytics and articles

Insights

Arbitration and disputes · 11 min

Asset Protection Strategy in International Disputes

Asset Protection Strategy in International Commercial Disputes: Vulnerability audit, preventive restructuring, protection from arrest, counter-security and recognition of foreign assets.

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Arbitration and disputes · 12 min

Enforcement of foreign judgments in Europe

How to enforce a foreign judgment in Europe: Brussels Ia, Luhansk Convention, exequatur, interim measures, asset search and recovery strategy in the EU.

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Arbitration and disputes · 10 min

How to make an arbitration clause for an international treaty

How to prepare an effective arbitration clause: Choosing the institution, place of arbitration, language, composition of arbitration and preventing fatal errors in international commercial proceedings.

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— Discuss the project

Tell us about your task

International trade is built on trust, but is protected by law. Erich Rath supports cross-border transactions, helping international companies build legally sustainable trade models between Europe, the UAE, Russia and the CIS countries.

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