Divorce is always challenging. If spouses acquired assets abroad during their marriage, the process can turn into a real maze. I would like to share a story from my practice that illustrates how persistence and a professional approach can help achieve justice, even when the odds seem against you.
In an asylum case, not only are the applicant’s personal circumstances important, but also the context. It is essential to understand how the law functions in the country of origin, how it is practically enforced, and what real outcomes certain actions produce.
I am a foreign legal consultant based in California, specializing in the law of the Russian Federation and its integration into U.S. and international proceedings. My work focuses on Russian substantive and procedural law within the broader framework of private international law — from identifying the applicable legal norms to applying them in cross-border projects and disputes.Clients turn to me when it is essential to establish with precision how a matter is regulated under Russian law and to present this analysis in a form acceptable to courts, arbitral tribunals, or regulators.
With over 20 years of practice as a Russian attorney and human rights advocate, I also work with my team on matters of international law and human rights litigation. As a human rights lawyer, I understand the challenges faced by asylum seekers. I provide tailored expert opinions grounded in Russian law and serve as an expert witness in support of asylum and related claims. Drawing on extensive knowledge and practice, my team and I address even the most complex legal issues with professionalism, dedication, and care.
My professional practice is designed so that U.S. colleagues and opposing counsel can efficiently verify and make practical use of documents prepared under Russian law. The format is determined in advance, annexes are submitted in their entirety, and issues of Russian law are clearly distinguished from matters requiring the expertise of U.S. counsel.
Polina Sidelnikova
Attorney in Russian and International Law
Registered Foreign Legal Consultant, California, USA
Polina (the founder and owner of the company) is an exceptional professional. Moreover, Polina is a wonderful person who is willing to devote her personal time and energy to helping others! I highly recommend Rus Legal Consulting! Trust me, you won’t be disappointed!
Many thanks to Rus Legal Consulting, and especially to Polina, for the valuable legal advice and kind support.
Polina is amazing! She helped my wife and daughter with some legal issues in Russia, as well as wrote an expert opinion for becoming residents of the United States.
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