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You should choose your agency on their ability to meet your needs for the country you have selected. You do not have to choose a local agency for Russia and you should look for an agency that is best suited for your situation and not limit yourself looking just local.
We live in St. Louis, our agency was in Texas, we never met in person, accept their reps in country on pick up. We worked with the agency that happened to have the best qualifications for our needs and they happened to be in another state. Your home study can be done by any local social worker that your agency approves.
Yahoo groups has a group you can join for agency referrals. Just search groups, adoption agencies, and it should come up for you. Also, if you just google adoption agency reviews you will find some information as well.

Good Luck!