This case sounds like a script from a far fetched legal thriller. Russia is suing the Bank of New York in a Russian (and allegedly corrupt) court, asserting RICO violations and claiming damages in excess of 20 billion dollars. The case is full of well-known legal experts, including Alan Dershowitz, former Attorney General Dick Thornburgh, and former federal judge Abner Mikva. Professor Dershowitz is one of a number of experts for Russia.
Thanks to Columbia Professor Bill Simon for the pointer.