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AT Law Firm’s team has a deep understanding of the specifics of IT, technology and digital economy companies. We advise clients on a wide range of issues from data storage and protection and personal data protection, industry regulations to structuring complex transactions and commercial projects. A distinctive feature of our firm is the presence of lawyers of various specializations, but at the same time with significant experience working with companies in the IT sector. We solve the most complex legal tasks in the industry and contribute to the cost-effective implementation of client projects.

One of the key aspects of the practice’s project work is providing support for international investment and futures funds in the acquisition of assets in IT, telecommunications and digital economy. Experience of international consultants, partner network of law firms all over the world and access to the best practices of international legal associations allow us to provide investors with high-quality services taking into account the legislation of foreign countries.

Practice services include, but are not limited to:
  • Advising on the use and storage of personal data, including the localization of personal data in the Russian Federation.
  • Advising on exchange of information.
  • Advising on cross-border data transfer issues.
  • Structuring and support for acquisitions of IT assets.
  • Due diligence of IT companies for potential investors.
  • Designing optimal ownership and management structures for IT companies.
  • Support of transactions to attract financing for IT companies.
  • Advising IT companies in relation to entering foreign markets.
  • Advising international foundations on investing in IT-companies in Russia.

Examples of projects

IT and Technology

Defending the interests of a software developer who entered into a software license agreement with a Russian legal entity. The licensee attempted to artificially create grounds for early termination of the contract and return of funds. The lawyers collected evidence confirming the use of the software by the licensee and protected the developer’s rights in court.

IT and Technology

Structuring a Russian IT company (a leader in the field of systems integration in Russia) and supporting the sale of minority stakes in a holding company (Malta) to foreign funds under English law.

IT and Technology
  • Advising Russian shareholders of a major Siberian telecommunications company/internet provider in connection with the sale of a 25% + 1 share stake in a controlling foreign company to a foreign fund specializing in pre IPO activities, negotiations with buyers; preparing contractual documentation.
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