LOBBYISTS AND LAW FIRMS BREAKING TIES WITH RUSSIAN CLIENTS

Transparency International has called on the EU institutions to strip lobbyists of accreditation if they continue to act on behalf of Kremlin-linked companies. The aim is to make sure that Putin's Russia no longer has a voice in Brussels and that Russian dirty money can no longer buy EU influence.

1. Brunswick: Refused Russian clients well before the invasion
2. Kreab: Refused Russian clients well before the invasion
3. Covington: Representing the Ukrainian government on a pro bono basis in its case against Russia
4. Linklaters: Has cut ties with Russia and closed its Moscow office
5. DLA Piper: Reviewing all Russia-related client engagements to ensure it does not act in a way that conflicts with its values.
6. Dentons: Has already concluded certain relationships and declined certain instructions as part of a review.
7. Bird & Bird: Has withdrawn from and declined Russian-related work where such work is contrary to its  values. Bird & Bird will continue to assist clients who are reviewing their business relationships with Russia, which includes assessing the continuity of their operations in Russia.
8. FTI Consulting: Reviewing all ongoing connections with non-sanctioned Russian entities and will withdraw from them "where it is appropriate
9. Fleishman-Hillard: Will not accept any work with Russian, Luhansk or Donetsk-based companies or individuals.
10. FIPRA International: Has reviewed its clientele to ensure the firm is in compliance with the sanctions decision taken by the EU and national governments against Russia and Russian companies.