Russia and Ukraine: What Companies Should Know

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International Sanctions: New Measures Against Russia by the U.S.A. and the European Union - October 2022 Update

by Alessandro De Nicola, Marco Dell'Antonia, Riccardo Caselle and Elena Carrara | October.14.2022

The Russian military intervention in Ukraine has caused and is causing unprecedented reactions from several States and international organizations.

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Further Expansion of UK Sanctions Legislation with Russia - August 2022

by Matthew Rose, Mark Beeley, Adam Rizzo, Guy Stevenson, Alexander Witt and Benjamin Stafford | August.02.2022

The UK Government has introduced further restrictions on trade with Russia to build on those already in place.

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New U.S. Measures Targeting Russia

May.11.2022

As part of its continuing response to Russia’s ongoing hostilities in Ukraine, the United States recently imposed additional sanctions and export ...

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Russian Exposure: Guidance for Tech Companies

by Mark Beeley, Harry Clark, Shawn Atkinson, Christopher Grew, Chanani Sandler, Guy Stevenson, Benjamin Stafford and Evgeniya Shakina | May.10.2022

Orrick’s guide deals with some of the key questions tech companies need to know about Russian exposure and the imposition of sanctions.

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New Sanctions Targeting Russia

April.08.2022

The U.S., the EU and the UK recently imposed new Russia-related sanctions in response to Russia’s continued hostilities in Ukraine.

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The European Commission Facilitates Access to Financial Support From EU Member States For Companies Hit Hard by the War in Ukraine

by Marie-Laure Combet | April.04.2022

In response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine, the EC has issued a framework to give EU Member States flexibility to intervene in support of companies ...

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Employers to the Rescue? Potential Compliance Risks When Helping Male Employees Leave Ukraine

by Laura L. Becking, Matthew Moses and Kristina Arianina | March.31.2022

Companies seeking to help their Ukrainian employees safely exit Ukraine should be aware of potential risks related to the Foreign Corrupt Practices ...

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International Sanctions' Impact on Business After Russia's Military Actions in Ukraine

March.28.2022

New restrictions, the possible risks and practical considerations for companies seeking to comply with the rapidly changing requirements.

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The European Antitrust Enforcers’ Response to the Russia/Ukraine Crisis

by Marie-Laure Combet | March.24.2022

After the various measures taken by countries, international organizations and companies to pressure Russia to stop its aggression against Ukraine, ...

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Civil Forfeiture May Be Tool in Government Arsenal in Russia Sanctions

by Franklin Monsour Jr. and Kristina Arianina | March.21.2022

Franklin Monsour and Kristina Arianina Bloomberg article analyzes how the government may rely on forfeiture to seize oligarch assets.

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UPDATE: Russia lifts restrictions introduced by Russian President Decree No. 79 in March 2022

by Laura L. Becking, Chanani Sandler, Konstantin Kasyan and Dina Dalessandro | June.28.2022

Starting June 17th, 2022, Russian residents can receive proceeds from the sale of foreign shares into their non-Russian brokerage or bank accounts as ...

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