Rustam Aliev
Rustam’s practice focuses on domestic and international M&A, investment and private equity work. He has advised on many high-profile transactions in various sectors and has a particularly strong experience in real estate and infrastructure, energy and natural resources and retail sectors.
Noted for in-depth knowledge of his practice area, Rustam has authored a number of articles for legal and industry-focused publications. He regularly lectures on various legal and professional topics to students of leading universities and industry professionals and teaches a course on Real Estate in Business and Law at the Law Masters’ School (Moscow State University).
For several years in a row, Rustam has been selected by peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in Russia and was named Lawyer of the Year in 2017 and 2022. Rustam is also recommended for real estate by Who’s Who Legal. Rustam is listed among recommended lawyers by Pravo-300 and Kommersant.
Rustam is highly regarded by clients, and is consistently recognized as a leading practitioner by Chambers & Partners and Legal 500: “Rustam Aliev comes recommended for his acumen on the construction and development projects and also assists with transactions such as the leasing and disposal of real estate assets.
"He is always available and he is very responsive and committed," a client says, while another adds: "He can move transactions"
Clients note his confident handling of complex transactions, with one stating: "He understands a client's needs perfectly," and acts "in a timely and diligent manner"
Rustam "has strong negotiation skills, a sharp mind, and in-depth knowledge of issues arising in relation to real estate and corporate law"