Oikonomakis Law, a well-established law firm with a demanding and high-profile clientele, is seeking to expand its team in Russia, with:
Qualified Lawyers with a strong academic and professional background, excellent judgment, and the ability to work independently and responsibly. We are looking for a talented and ambitious Associate Lawyer with at least 5 years of post-qualification experience to join our growing team in Moscow. The ideal candidate will support international and domestic clients, working on a wide range of legal matters in a dynamic and professional environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Advise and support clients on [corporate/commercial/litigation/general practice] legal matters
- Draft and review contracts, legal documents, and internal memos
- Conduct legal research and provide clear, practical legal opinions
- Communicate directly with clients and authorities, locally and internationally
- Act as the local manager of the firm’s Russian entity
- Assist with regulatory and professional registration requirements, including Moscow Bar Association matters
- Coordinate with international offices and collaborate with colleagues across offices on multi-jurisdictional cases
- Contribute to business development and local client relationships
Requirements
- Fully qualified Russian lawyer with a valid Russian legal license (required)
- At least 5 years of professional legal experience, ideally in a law firm or corporate legal department
- Based in Moscow (required)
- Strong experience in corporate law and cross-border transactions
- Commercially minded with a practical, solution-oriented approach
- Excellent command of Russian and English (both written and spoken)
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
- Team player with a proactive and client-oriented mindset