Moscow, January 1, 2026 – Attorneys Group, represented by Yury Morozov, Head of the specialized Air Law practice Air.law, announces its successful tender bid and appointment as the legal counsel for the flagship Chinese airline China Southern Airlines (branded as China Southern) in the Russian Federation.
China Southern Airlines is one of the largest airlines in China, headquartered in Guangzhou (Guangdong province). Along with Air China and China Eastern Airlines, it is one of the country's three leading carriers.
The Air.law practice (Attorneys Group Air Law Practice), led by attorney Yury Morozov, is a highly specialized division of the Moscow-based law firm Attorneys Group, providing a full range of legal services to aviation industry participants: airlines, airports, and aviation personnel. Yuri Morozov and his team of practice experts possess extensive experience in litigation, aircraft transactions (purchase, sale, lease), registration and licensing, as well as representing clients before state authorities and courts at all levels. Yury Morozov and Air.law are known for supporting major foreign airlines and active participation in key industry conferences.
As part of this cooperation, Yury Morozov and Air.law lawyers will provide China Southern Airlines with comprehensive legal support across all aspects of its operations in the Russian market, including corporate and contract law, flight regulations, customs and tax legislation, as well as protecting the airline's interests in potential disputes.
"We are proud of the trust placed in us by a global aviation leader like China Southern. This appointment confirms our expert status and deep understanding of the specifics of the aviation business in Russia. We will make every effort to provide impeccable legal support and contribute to the development of the airline's presence in the Russian market," noted attorney Yuri Morozov, Head of the Air.law practice.
About China Southern Airlines:
China Southern Airlines is one of the three largest airlines in China and a global leader in passenger traffic. Headquartered in Guangzhou, the airline operates scheduled flights across an extensive route network within China and worldwide.
About Attorneys Group / Air.law:
Air.law is a specialized practice led by attorney Yury Morozov within the Moscow-based law firm Attorneys Group, entirely focused on aviation law. The practice provides a full range of legal services to key players in the Russian aviation industry and foreign airlines operating in the Russian market.