Family Law
Practical guides to divorce, division of property, maintenance, children, marriage contracts and other family disputes in Russia, with reference to court practice.
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Division of Marital Debts in a Russian Divorce
How marital debts are assessed in a Russian divorce: family purpose, evidence, mortgages and the creditor’s position.
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Divorce Through a Russian Court: Key Steps
When divorce in Russia is handled by a court: the main grounds, timing and preparation steps.
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Rights of Minors in Russia: Family, Property and Protection
An overview of minors’ rights in Russia: family issues, property, representation, child-protection authorities and practical steps when rights are affected.
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How to File for Divorce in Russia: ZAGS or Court
Where and how to file for divorce in Russia, which court has jurisdiction, required documents, timing and child-related rules.
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Divorce and Child Support in Russia: Rules and Procedure
How child support is arranged before or after divorce in Russia: agreements, court procedures, calculations, evidence and enforcement.
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Termination of Parental Rights in Russia: Grounds and Procedure
When Russian courts may terminate parental rights, who may file a claim, what evidence is considered, and what legal consequences follow.
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Prenuptial Agreement vs Property Division Agreement in Russia
Russian marital contract versus property division agreement: timing, future assets, notarization, permitted terms, creditor risks, and which instrument to choose.
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Changing a Child’s Surname in Russia: Rules by Age
How to change a child’s surname in Russia before and after age 14: parental consent, guardianship approval, civil registry steps, and documents.
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Marriage Annulment in Russia: Grounds and Consequences
When a Russian court may annul a marriage: statutory grounds, sham marriage, eligible claimants, evidence, property consequences, and children’s rights.
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Indexation of Alimony in Russia: Rules and Calculation
How fixed-sum maintenance is indexed in Russia: the applicable subsistence minimum, calculation formula, responsible executor, arrears, and practical steps.