For both sides
Mediation
I lead an impartial process to help the parties hear each other and discuss terms.
Discuss the situationMaria Rudakova · business mediator
Negotiating complex disputes.
Building lasting partnerships.
I help align interests and agree on exit terms and rules for running the business.
When to get in touch
A partner is leaving.The share price and payment terms need agreement.
Decisions are blocked.The owners cannot find a way forward.
The business is being divided.Assets and operational control are at stake.
A partnership is starting.Contributions, decisions and exit rules need clarity.
Three ways to work together
For one owner
Negotiation advice
I help prepare a position, assess options and handle difficult negotiations.
Discuss the taskBefore a conflict
Partnership rules
I help clarify roles, funding, decision rights and how a partner may exit.
Discuss the partnershipI do not combine independent mediation and advice to one party in the same dispute.
Where to start: the initial assessment (RU) →How we begin
- A short conversationThe situation, the participants and the nearest deadline.
- An agreed formatWe define my role, the scope and the fee.
- Work on the issueWe prepare options, discuss them and record what is agreed.
About me
Maria Rudakova
Business mediator and crisis lawyer. I combine legal analysis with work on practical agreements.
Experience and qualifications →- HSE UniversityBusiness Mediation, 340 academic hours, 2026.
- Center for Mediation and LawProfessional mediator training.
- Tax practice since 2009The tax inspectorate, consulting and private practice.
Before deciding to litigate
What does it cost to continue the dispute?
Winning in court does not always mean a worthwhile outcome: costs, delays and the ability to collect payment all matter. Negotiations may be faster and less expensive.
I suggest comparing both scenarios in the calculator before deciding which route makes sense for your situation.
This opens an external service. Its methodology section names the Mediation Center at the Russian Union of Industrialists and Entrepreneurs. The calculation does not guarantee the outcome of a dispute or replace checks on solvency and legal restrictions.
For a closer look
Three short answers
Does mediation replace court?
A mediator helps the parties discuss options but does not decide the dispute for them. Any litigation engagement is agreed separately.
Is a settlement guaranteed?
No. The process may end without agreement.
Should I send documents now?
A short description is enough for the first enquiry. We will agree document access and confidentiality arrangements separately.
Let’s discuss your situation.
Start with the issue and the nearest deadline. No documents are needed yet.
Write on Telegram Telegram channel (in Russian)Медиатор на проводеHow partners reach agreement at the start of a business, in conflict and in a business divorce.@mrmediator_ru ↗