Attorney Marina Agaltsova

International Family Disputes

Cross-Border Inheritance in Russia

UN-Related Legal Matters

Archive Cases

Public Law Disputes

I take on complex cases — honestly and professionally

Attorney Marina Agaltsova

International Family Disputes

Cross-Border Inheritance in Russia

UN-Related Cases

Archive Cases

Public Law Disputes

I take on complex cases — honestly and professionally

About

I am an attorney based in Moscow. My focus is on cross-border family matters, archival cases related to Soviet-era repression, international human-rights protection, and disputes with state authorities. I take on legally complex matters that require careful analysis and a strategic approach.


Previously, I was Co-Head of the Legal Department at a renowned human rights organisation that was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2022.


I litigated in Russian courts and represented applicants before the European Court of Human Rights and other international bodies.


In 2019, I received the “Best in Law” award for a case on compensation for victims of a counter-terrorism operation in Dagestan — hundreds of people received compensation as a result.


I also started and co-developed an ECtHR complaint generator for cases concerning detention at public assemblies. Around 3,500 applications were filed using this tool, giving me a systematic view of admissibility criteria and the Court’s approach to mass cases.


I now run an independent practice.


My practice focuses on cross-border family matters, inheritance matters involving Russian assets and heirs living abroad, archival cases related to Soviet-era repression, international human-rights protection, and disputes with state authorities.


I studied in Russia, the United States, and Hungary. I work in Russian, English, and French.


Listed among lawyers available to British nationals on the official website of the British Embassy in Russia.

About

I am an attorney based in Moscow. My focus is on cross-border family matters, archival cases related to Soviet-era repression, international human-rights protection, and disputes with state authorities. I take on legally complex matters that require careful analysis and a strategic approach.


Previously, I was Co-Head of the Legal Department at a renowned human rights organisation that was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2022.


I litigated in Russian courts and represented applicants before the European Court of Human Rights and other international bodies.


In 2019, I received the “Best in Law” award for a case on compensation for victims of a counter-terrorism operation in Dagestan — hundreds of people received compensation as a result.


I also started and co-developed an ECtHR complaint generator for cases concerning detention at public assemblies. Around 3,500 applications were filed using this tool, giving me a systematic view of admissibility criteria and the Court’s approach to mass cases.


I now run an independent practice.


My practice focuses on cross-border family matters, inheritance matters involving Russian assets and heirs living abroad, archival cases related to Soviet-era repression, international human-rights protection, and disputes with state authorities.


I studied in Russia, the United States, and Hungary. I work in Russian, English, and French.


Listed among lawyers available to British nationals on the official website of the British Embassy in Russia.

Cross-Border Inheritance in Russia

I assist foreign citizens and heirs living abroad with inheritance matters involving property, bank accounts and other assets in Russia.

In most cases, the inheritance process can be handled remotely through a representative under a power of attorney, without the heir travelling to Russia.
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Archival cases and rehabilitation of victims of political repression

I work with archival cases related to Soviet repression and military history, including situations where applicants have been receiving refusals for years.

Examples of cases:
The Shakhet case (the client obtained access to the archival file after refusals by courts at three levels)
Suprun and Others v. Russia (five successful cases before the European Court of Human Rights)
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Challenging actions and inaction of state authorities

Complex disputes with state authorities, including large-scale and long-running proceedings.

Examples:
Irganay Hydroelectric Power Plant case (around 10,000 affected residents; the largest collective administrative claim in Russia — successful)
The Vremenny settlement case (helped 560 affected residents obtain compensation after a special operation).
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Expert work

— Teaching and research (RUDN University, HSE University, the University of Arizona, Harvard University)

— Seminars on ECtHR case-law and practice

— Publications (Zakon.ru, Zakon Journal, Forbes, and professional legal journals)

— A YouTube channel on the European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR).

How to understand whether your case has realistic prospects?

If you have already received refusals or are unsure whether it makes sense to continue, the first step is a professional case assessment.

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