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Sanctions regulation, export control and international risk management

Legal support for international companies on issues of sanctions, export controls, international compliance and cross-border transactions between Europe, the UAE, Russia and the CIS countries

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— About practice

Sanctions are a matter of risk management, not prohibitions

International business today is developing in an environment of constantly changing sanctions regulation, export controls and increased attention from banks, investors and government agencies to corporate compliance issues.

For most international companies, the key question is not whether a transaction can be completed, but how to structure activities in such a way as to minimize legal, commercial and reputational risks.

Sanctions analysis does not exist separately from business. It influences investments, international trade, corporate structuring, supply chains, banking relationships and company development strategy.

Erich Rath advises international companies, industrial groups, investment funds and family offices on sanctions regulation, export control and cross-border risk management, helping to implement international projects in accordance with the requirements of the legislation of the European Union, UK, USA, UAE, Russia and the CIS countries.

— When practice is needed

We support projects if the company:

  • continues international activities with the participation of Russia or CIS countries
  • conducts an international investment transaction
  • concludes export or import contracts
  • opens up new supply chains
  • changes the structure of an international group of companies
  • undergoes an internal compliance audit
  • receives requests from banks regarding KYC or AML procedures
  • checks a new counterparty
  • assesses sanctions risks before acquiring a business
  • implements projects between Europe, the UAE and the CIS

— Expertise

Main directions

Sanctions analysis

Each international transaction requires an individual assessment of the applicable sanctions regulations. We analyze the structure of the transaction, project participants, corporate relationships, nature of goods and geography of operations, helping to identify legal risks before the start of the project.

  • analysis of sanctions legislation of the European Union
  • analysis of OFAC requirements
  • analysis of UK sanctions legislation
  • assessment of applicable regulation
  • preparation of legal opinions
  • support of international projects

Verification of counterparties

A secure international transaction begins with understanding who exactly the company is doing business with.

We conduct a comprehensive legal review of the corporate structure, ultimate owners and business reputation of potential partners.

  • corporate due diligence
  • UBO check
  • sanctions lists
  • corporate structure analysis
  • judicial history check
  • reputational risk assessment
  • preparation of a legal report

Due Diligence

Business acquisitions, investments and international transactions require a separate assessment of sanctions risks.

We analyze not only the company, but also its participants, counterparties, supply chains and the structure of international operations.

  • corporate structure analysis
  • analysis of international transactions
  • checking the investment model
  • risk assessment of a group of companies
  • preparation of recommendations for minimizing risks

Export control

International trade in industrial products, technology and software requires compliance with export controls.

We support projects related to the export of dual-use goods, technologies and equipment.

  • export control analysis
  • product classification
  • assessment of export restrictions
  • supply support
  • analysis of permitting requirements
  • support of international projects

International compliance

A modern corporate governance system is impossible without internal compliance.

We develop internal procedures that allow the company to meet the requirements of international regulation and the expectations of banks, investors and partners.

  • compliance program
  • sanctions policy
  • code of conduct
  • counterparty verification procedures
  • internal regulations
  • employee training
  • internal control

Supply Chain Analysis

Changing international logistics requires assessing legal risks at each stage of product movement.

We support projects to change the structure of international supplies and develop new models of interaction between group companies.

  • supply chain audit
  • analysis of supply participants
  • checking the logistic model
  • commercial risk assessment
  • development of alternative supply models

Internal Investigations

Corporate investigations allow timely identification of violations of internal procedures and minimization of potential risks.

  • internal audit
  • investigation of corporate violations
  • documentation analysis
  • employee interviews
  • legal opinions
  • recommendations for eliminating violations

Banking compliance

International banks are placing increasingly high demands on corporate transparency of clients.

We support interaction with banks on issues of KYC, AML, corporate structure and origin of funds.

  • KYC documents
  • AML procedures
  • support of banking requests
  • corporate documentation
  • preparation of legal explanations
  • support for opening banking relationships

— Results

Relevant experience

Sanctions analysis of an international manufacturing group in the restructuring of the supply chain between Europe, the UAE and the CIS countries.

Comprehensive due diligence of an international investment transaction with analysis of sanctions and corporate risks

Development of an internal sanctions compliance system for a European industrial company

Legal support for export deliveries of industrial equipment

Comprehensive support for the interaction of an international group of companies with European banks within the framework of KYC and AML procedures

— Who do we help?

The practice covers international companies operating in the following sectors:

  • industrial production
  • mechanical engineering
  • energy
  • oil and gas industry
  • chemical industry
  • metallurgy
  • logistics and transport
  • information Technology
  • telecommunications
  • pharmaceuticals
  • medical technology
  • financial services
  • investment funds
  • direct private investment
  • family offices

— Advantages

Why Erich Rath

  • 01support of international projects between Europe, UAE, Russia and CIS countries
  • 02integration of sanctions analysis into corporate and commercial business strategy
  • 03experience in supporting international manufacturing companies, investors and cross-border projects
  • 04understanding the requirements of banks, investors, auditors and corporate compliance services
  • 05solutions focused on business continuity, and not just on legal risk assessment

— FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

We advise on the application of sanctions legislation of the European Union, USA (OFAC), Great Britain, and also analyze the impact of international restrictions on specific projects.

Review of corporate structure, transaction participants, ultimate beneficiaries, international operations, supply chains and potential sanctions risks.

Yes. We create corporate policies, procedures for verifying counterparties, internal regulations and control mechanisms that comply with international practice.

Yes. We support projects related to the export of equipment, technology, software and other products subject to export restrictions.

Yes. We advise on issues of KYC, AML, corporate structure, origin of funds and support responses to requests from international banks.

— See also

Related practices

International trade and cross-border transactionsInternational investments and M&A transactionsLegal support for business in Russia and the CISCorporate restructuringInteraction with government agencies and regulatory supportCommercial disputes and asset protection

— Analytics and articles

Insights

All materials

— Discuss the project

Tell us about your task

Sanctions regulation does not require universal solutions, but a precise understanding of the business, industry and international structure of the company. Erich Rath helps international companies manage regulatory risks while maintaining the ability to safely develop business between Europe, the UAE, Russia and the CIS countries.

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