Lawyer

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