National rules
Reviewed the pension and social-security rules of both countries.
Client matter · Social security law
Recognition of Pension Rights Across CIS Countries
Citizens of one CIS country needed advice on the recognition of pension rights and qualifying periods in another state.
Supported next step
The clients received a reasoned legal position and an individual action plan for protecting their pension rights in a cross-border situation.
The starting point
Personal situation
- The pension claim involved employment and insurance periods connected with more than one CIS country.
- The interaction between the national rules of the two states required analysis.
- The clients needed to understand the competent authorities and supporting evidence required.
- An applicable interstate treaty was relevant to the legal position.
Coordination required
Fact-findingClarified the employment record, status and countries connected with the pension rights.
Legal analysisCompared the relevant national rules and treaty provisions.
Action planSet out the sequence of applications and communications with the authorities.
Written adviceProvided each client with a reasoned position and practical recommendations.
Legal and document issues
Treaty framework
Assessed the role of the applicable interstate treaty.
Procedure
Identified the responsible authorities and required steps.
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