Russian Oligarch's Daughter Seeks Access to Antigua PM's Financial Records

Yulia Gurieva-Motlokhov appeals to Second Circuit over seized superyacht

Mar. 23, 2026 at 11:13am

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A Russian oligarch's daughter, Yulia Gurieva-Motlokhov, is set to ask the Second Circuit this week for access to the financial records of Antigua and Barbuda's Prime Minister Gaston Brown. This is the latest development in an ongoing saga over the ownership of a 267-foot superyacht that was seized by authorities.

Why it matters

The case highlights the complex legal battles surrounding the assets of Russian oligarchs and their families in the wake of Russia's invasion of Ukraine. It also raises questions about the transparency of financial records and the ability of foreign nationals to access them, especially when they involve high-profile political figures.

The details

Gurieva-Motlokhov's Boies Schiller legal team is scheduled to argue that she should be granted access to the Federal Reserve Bank of New York's records related to Prime Minister Brown. A lower court had previously denied her request to subpoena these records, after Brown moved to quash the subpoenas.

  • The Second Circuit hearing is scheduled for this week.

The players

Yulia Gurieva-Motlokhov

The daughter of a Russian oligarch who is seeking access to financial records related to the seizure of a superyacht.

Gaston Brown

The Prime Minister of Antigua and Barbuda, who has moved to quash subpoenas for his financial records.

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What’s next

The Second Circuit will hear arguments this week on whether Gurieva-Motlokhov should be granted access to the financial records she is seeking.

The takeaway

This case highlights the ongoing legal battles over the assets of Russian oligarchs and their families in the wake of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, as well as the challenges in accessing financial records of high-profile political figures.