Dispute resolution in Ukraine
Aequo
Responsables de la pratique:
Oleksiy Filatov
Les références
‘This is the most innovative team on the legal market. The unconventional approach they take and solutions they suggest always lead to a desirable commercial outcome for my business. ’
‘Oleksiy Filatov is a Litigation God. He can find a way out from the most difficult situation. He is a strategic thinker and an excellent leader in his team.’
‘For us, what is really important in working with Aequo’s lawyers is their high competence and readiness to engage and tackle sophisticated, technology-specific processes. Aequo’s attorneys have devoted a great deal of effort and resources to building the most effective industry-specific legal solution. ’
Principaux clients
Danone
State Export-Import Bank of Ukraine (Ukreximbank)
Naftogaz of Ukraine
ArcelorMittal Kryvyi Rih
Inditex Group
Kyiv School of Economics
Philip Morris
Forbes
Commerzbank
Vodafone
Gas Transmission System Operator of Ukraine
DTEK
ProCredit Bank
BlaBlaCar
Booking.com
Novo Nordisk
Darnitsa
Corteva Agriscience
Dragon Capital
Principaux dossiers
- Acting for Gas Transmission SystemOperator of Ukraine in a series of gas transportation pricing disputes worth over €1bn.
- Representing Kyiv School of Economics, a world-class academic institution and think tank, in a dispute regarding the building where the school is located, which may affect its smooth functioning, teaching, and conducting its studies aimed at Ukraine’s future recovery.
Avellum
Responsables de la pratique:
Kostiantyn Likarchuk; Vadim Medvedev
Les références
‘Avellum team is brilliant in all respects and at all levels. They are versatile, extremely competent, work well as a team and can do almost any type of dispute.’
‘Mykyta Nota is highly recommended. He has a successful track record of litigating antitrust disputes.’
‘Terrific cross-border capability and ability to advise on complex issues of international law.’
Principaux clients
Volt Resources Limited
Caterpillar
ILTA Origination LLC
PJSC Galicia Distillery
Miniso
British American Tobacco Group
Kernel
Principaux dossiers
- Representing in a large multijurisdictional shareholders’ dispute involving court proceedings in France, Liechtenstein, Switzerland, Belize, the UK, Cyprus, and Ukraine in connection with the fraudulent misappropriation of assets by a former business partner of the client.
- Representing Volt Resources Limited in relation to the preparation of the set-off claims under the SPAs.
EnGarde Attorneys at Law
Responsables de la pratique:
Irina Nazarova; Andriy Vyshnevsky; Dmytro Donenko
Les références
‘We had been working with Engarde team for many years and happy to continue. The team is reliable and professional in corporate law, international arbitration, litigation and cross-border litigation. One of the advantages is the composition of the team remains stable through the whole process, lawyers are not changed from one project to another.’
‘Iryna Nazarova and Andrii Vyshnevsky are founding partners and key lawyers in the firm. Iryna has a unique experience being an international arbitrator and counsel in international investment and commercial cases. This combination gives her an opportunity to see the broader pictures in each case, she is very responsible and easy to deal with. Andrii combines vast experience in dispute resolution, corporate law with deep knowledge of economic and finance. Andrii is the one who is always thinking out of the box! ’
‘Individuals Irina Nazarova has a broad experience in dispute resolution, as counsel and international arbitrator. She is also often engaged as an expert in law in foreign jurisdictions. Irina has strong analytic skills and think about lots of procedural steps in advance. Andriy Vyshnevsky, as an experience litigator, has a string knowledge of economic and finance what always good for commercial disputes. Dmytro Donenko has a brilliant memory and always examines all details, he is very professional and has a broad scope of knowledge. ’
Ilyashev & Partners
Responsables de la pratique:
Mikhail Ilyashev; Roman Marchenko
Autres avocats clés:
Oleh Trokhymchuk; Roman Protsyshyn
Les références
‘This law firm is very proactive and creative in litigation. We were fully satisfied with their support in difficult cases.’
‘The lawyers we work with know their craft. In difficult situations they are ready to provide the option of future action. If the situation changes they demonstrate good adaptiveness.’
‘The team has an exceptionally efficient dispute resolution practice covering a broad range of areas. Their ability to resolve disputes effectively sets them apart. They dig deep into every case and leave no stone unturned. Every little detail is meticulously handled to ensure success. Ilyashev & Partners understand the dynamics of our business and craft solutions that align with our goals. They bring together deep industry and legal knowledge to provide us with the winning edge.’
Principaux dossiers
Integrites
Responsables de la pratique:
Olena Perepelynska; Dmytro Marchukov; Oleksandr Onishchenko; Serhii Uvarov
Les références
‘The team is at the top of the game. They are fully receptive to our requests and provide customized solutions. Their knowledge of the market and best practices are impressive and trustworthy. They are able to give on-the-spot counsel that is thoughtful and useful for us. I recommend them without any doubts. ’
‘Oleksandr Onishchenko as our contact person is brilliant lawyer with superb legal expertise. He shines with a personal touch of wisdom, efficiency, and creativity to give us the best solutions. He is always available so I can rely on her in 100% times.’
‘The team is efficient, able, practical and a pleasure to work with. They are a real asset in assisting the UK team in understanding the foreign law issues in play. Their expert report work product was of very high quality, dealing with the issues comprehensively and intelligibly.. Would not hesitate to engage again.’
Principaux clients
NPC “Ukrenergo”
Bank Frick & Co AG
Principaux dossiers
- Acted for NPC Ukrenergo in the investment treaty arbitration against Russia as regards expropriation of assets in Crimea following Russia’s occupation of the peninsula in 2014.
- Acted for Bank Frick & Co AG in the USD 26 mln High Court litigation brought against it by the Ukrainian Deposit Guarantee Fund.
Kinstellar
Responsables de la pratique:
Olexander Martinenko
Les références
‘Kinstellar lawyers demonstrated impressive hands-on approach and proved very useful and helpful throughout our fruitful cooperation. The dispute I engaged them for is indeed vey difficult from various angles. The team managed to maintain high level of motivation which is very important to secure consistency of the position in such types of disputes. I also like the IT facilities which they are using for the case management. ’
‘I am working primarily with Volkovetskyi Danylo, who plays a crucial role in the project management and maintenance of the consistency of our position. Danylo has very relevant experience in cross-border disputes and international arbitration. ’
‘We have engaged Kinstellar team as Ukrainian law experts in two very significant arbitrations. The quality of their service was impressive. They do know how to present complex and not-straightforward issues in a simple and comprehensible manner. I would very much recommend them, in particular for the expert isntructions before foreign courts and arbitral tribunals.’
Principaux clients
Joint Legal Team acting for the relatives of victims of Malaysia Airlines Flight 17 crash
Principaux dossiers
- Advised the Joint Legal Team, acting for the relatives of victims, before the Hague District Court in the Malaysia Airlines Flight 17 (MH17) MH17 trial, to secure a verdict and an award of €16m in moral damages to the relatives.
LCF Law Group
Responsables de la pratique:
Anna Ogrenchuk; Artem Stoyanov; Iryna Kobets
Les références
‘Сomprehensive analysis of issues’
‘Olena Volyanska has in-depth knowledge of legislation and practice in the field of bankruptcy procedures. Anrey Reun is a professional in tax practice and procedural legislation.’
Principaux clients
AVK Group
Holleman Ukraine
Enterprise Kyiv
Administrator of Mykolayiv Shipyard “Ocean”
Fozzy Group
Roshen Confectionery
First Ukrainian International Bank
SCATEC Solar Solutions Ukraine LLC
Cargill
Group of companies Kostyantynivsky Plant of metallurgical equipment
Principaux dossiers
- Represented the Administrator of Mykolayiv Shipyard “Ocean” in insolvency proceedings.
- Represented the Group of companies Kostyantynivsky Plant of metallurgical equipment in bankruptcy proceedings based on the claims filed by JSC Taskombank.
- Representing Holleman Ukraine in a number of debt collection disputes under forwarding contracts.
Lexwell & Partners
Responsables de la pratique:
Andrei Kolupaev
Les références
‘I think the key members of the team has one of the largest experience and knowledge in the practice. They successfully combine legal and practical skills. This makes them unique in comparison with many others.’
‘Andrei Kolupaev is one of the most experienced and knowledgeable lawyers I know. He successfully combines legal and practical skills which are very big advantage. ’
‘An extremely strong dispute resolution team with deep knowledge and expertise. ’
Principaux clients
ArcelorMittal
Bridgestone Corporation
CRH Group
Ministry of Justice of Ukraine
Naftogaz, National Joint-Stock Company
Sumitomo Corporation
Summit Motors Ukraine
Toyota Ukraine
Ukrainian Government
VS Energy
Principaux dossiers
- Representing National Oil&Gas Company (Naftogaz, National Joint-Stock Company) in a $5bn commercial dispute before the LCIA.
- Representing interests of the Government of Ukraine (Ministry of Justice of Ukraine) in a $150m investment arbitration.
- Representing ArcelorMittal (Fortune500 Company) in a $200m+ tax and administrative disputes/litigations in Ukraine.
Sayenko Kharenko
Les références
‘Sayenko Kharenko’s litigation team has consistently demonstrated outstanding expertise, dedication, and a commitment to delivering exceptional results. The team boasts an impressive array of expertise across various practice areas.’
‘Oleksiy’s legal expertise is truly exceptional. His in-depth knowledge of the law and a deep understanding of the intricacies of dispute resolution sets him apart from his peers in the legal market. He consistently demonstrates a mastery of complex legal issues and a keen ability to apply the law strategically. ’
‘SK’s dispute resolution practice always provides top notch legal service on any matter despite the complexity. Always a client oriented approach aimed at achieving the best result possible in any situation. ’
Principaux clients
AB InBev Efes
Al Sagr National Insurance Co (PSC)
Auchan Group
Berlin-Chemie
BigCommerce LLC
EBRD
Ethics Council
Kyivstar
Olfa LLC
Privatbank
Procter&Gamble Ukraine
PJSC Ukrtatnafta
Shell Ukraine
The State of Ukraine
VR Capital
Principaux dossiers
- Advising the State of Ukraine, alongside an international counsel, in a USD 700 million ICSID investment arbitration initiated by a shareholder of PJSC “Aerosvit.
- Represented OLFA, the Ukrainian distributor of medical and pharmaceutical products, before the International Commercial Arbitration Court at the Ukrainian Chamber of Commerce and Industry, which awarded to OLFA approximately EUR 3 million in damages in the case against Latvian company Olainfarm JSC.
- Representing the interests of the Ethics Council in litigation arising from the evaluation of members and candidates to the High Council of Justice for their compliance with the criteria of professional ethics and integrity
Vasil Kisil & Partners
Responsables de la pratique:
Andriy Stelmashchuk; Oleg Kachmar; Oleg Alyoshin
Autres avocats clés:
Vsevolod Mazurenko
Principaux clients
Teplodarsky Energy Park LLC
Dniprovska Riviera
Political Party “HOLOS”
Ekogran LLC
Rost Agro, LLC
Enki Construction LLC
Akelik Group
Halychyna-Zakhid LLC
GlobalLogic Ukraine LLC
Rock Design LLC
Arzinger
Responsables de la pratique:
Sergii Shkliar; Timur Bondaryev
Les références
‘International dispute resolution and litigation team at Arzinger clearly understands business needs and strives for the most efficient solution in every situation. They are flexible and easy to work with.’
‘Mainly, on our case, we worked with Volodymyr Nakonechnyi Senior associate at Arzinger. We would like to note Volodymyr’s promptness, professionalism and his willing to help. His involvement in our case causes respect and admiration.’
‘Partner Timur Bondaryev is a very capable operator with impressive connections in the Ukrainian business community.’
Principaux clients
Hjort Knudsen
Kronospan Organisation
PKO Bank Polski
Harbottle & Lewis LLP
Zeonbud LLC (Ukraine)
ASBIS Ukraine
John Deere (LLC Agristar)
LLC “ELVENT”
Principaux dossiers
- Represented Kronospan’s interests in a series of disputes against public organizations intending to block the construction and operation of the Kronospan plant in one of the regions.
- Representing John Deere, in a commercial dispute involving the recovery of penalties in the amount of over 4.3 million USD and the delivery of machinery of the same value.
- Representing the Skyrizon Group of companies (China) and DCH Group (Ukraine) in domestic litigation and in one of the largest investment arbitrations against Ukraine ever, in connection with acquisition of shares in JSC Motor Sich, which is heavily opposed by the state of Ukraine.
Baker McKenzie, Kyiv Office
Responsables de la pratique:
Ihor Siusel
EQUITY Law Firm
Responsables de la pratique:
Oleg Malinevskiy; Vyacheslav Krahlevych; Sergiy Chuyev
Les références
‘Strengths: client-oriented, business-minded, propose different services that can help our case and business. Working with this team I feel confidence on all legal issues they advice ’
‘Oleg Malinevskiy is a lead lawyer there. He is proactive and professional. Easygoing and diplomatic. Dmytro Tylispkiy is a head of project. He is mindful and legally strong. They have a big team on board. I like it’
‘The standout feature is obviously its clientele – big domestic business owners, in particular, industrial enterprises. I would also single out their active participation in various professional discussions concerning damage recovery mechanisms; quite interesting suggestions and academic arguments. The team raises this important issue and, in my opinion, shows comprehensive approach to the upcoming wave of damage recovery caused by the war. ’
Principaux clients
Azovmash Group PJSC
Group of companies of Azovmash
UkrinBank PJCS
Finance Company LLC
Khodosiv System Investments
Ukraininan Investors of|Zhezhelevsky Quarry PJSC and Khust Quarry PJSC
Group of Riviera Village Companies
Falcon Agro Group
LLC “Umedo Group”
Principaux dossiers
- Representing the Group of Azovmash companies in a disputes against the Russian Federation on recovery of damages for a $4bn and several bankruptcy disputes in Ukraine for a $4bn.
- Representing the UkrInBank PJSC in a disputes against the Russian Federation on recovery of damages for a $132m and in a dispute over debt collection for $232m.
- Representing the «Umedo Group» LLC in a dispute against the Russian Federation and oligarchs associated with its regime for compensation for damages caused by the Russian aggression for $80m.
Hillmont Partners LLC
Responsables de la pratique:
James Hart; Andrii Nyzhnyi
Les références
‘Hillmont Partners is a unique firm in the Ukrainian legal market in that it is equally high calibre in high-value domestic matters, in all areas of contentious and non-contentious work, as also in complex international mandates in the fields of cross-border litigation and international arbitration.’
‘James Hart, Andrii Chornous and Ivan Kovalenko are all star individuals. James Hart is an adept strategist and works tirelessly for his clients, whether major blue chips or high net worth individuals. He is extremely effective in complex cross-border litigation and international arbitration, particularly with a UK or US nexus. He continuously achieves great results for clients in asset recovery through the UK worldwide freezing order jurisdiction and Section 1782 and related discovery motions in the US.’
‘Amazing, creative and thorough team who make resolving issues possible in a challenging environment’
Principaux clients
AlixPartners
Argentem Creek Partners LP
Bunge
Gillett Holdings
GIR
Glovoapp Ukraine LLC
F.G. Financing / Nonolet (Foxtrot Group)
MBWS (Marie Brizard Wine & Spirits SA, France
Riordan Limited
Innovatus Capital Partners
Principaux dossiers
- Representing F.G. Financing / Nonolet (Foxtrot Group) as claimants in the recovery of USD 100 million+ debt obligation across multiple jurisdictions.
- Representing two US hedge funds, Argentem Creek Partner and Innovatus Capital Partners, in the USD 140 million debt recovery dispute with GN Terminal Enterprises Limited (GNT), the Cypriot holding company of a large grain terminal in the port of Odesa.
- Representing Gillett Holdings in a $60m case as victim in criminal proceedings and also has coordinated complaints to the Ukrainian Securities Commission.
MORIS
Responsables de la pratique:
Andriy Savchuk; Denys Ishchuk
Les références
‘In my experience working with various individuals from Moris Group, I have observed that the team consistently demonstrates excellent teamwork. They handle all requests promptly and with a high level of professionalism.’
‘They consistently exhibit professionalism, a focus on achieving results, punctuality, and promptness. I can mention Andriy Savchuk as a partner I’ve been dealing with.’
‘Great team. Having received the task, they do their job.’
Principaux clients
Busin
Vici Group
IFCEM
Rivneteploenergo
Alstom Signalling
BioMedSklo
Ukrlogistica
Radomyshl
Kyiv National Linguistic University
Karpatnaftokhim
Ukrainian Association of Football
The Orthodox Church of Ukraine
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Karpatnaftokhim on compensation for damages for more than $200m.
- Advised BUSIN on insurance compensation for Ukraine International Airlines.
- Represented IFCEM, one of the biggest cement producers in Ukraine, during litigation process for protecting the ownership titles for railway carriages.
Pragnum
Responsables de la pratique:
Vitaliy Bobrynev; Aleksey Nekrasov
Les références
‘We appreciate the comprehensive approach of PRAGNUM lawyers. Many of our tasks require different skills, and the team of this company end the matters. It may be important for potential clients that PRAGNUM not only proposes countermeasures, but is also ready to take responsibility for choosing the most optimal option.’
‘Usually we deal with Vitaly Bobrynev and Oleksiy Nekrasov. These lawyers have a deep understanding of our cases and are well aware of court practice. Vitaly differs from other lawyers with whom we have worked in that he thinks about our problems both as a lawyer and as an entrepreneur.’
‘I guess the main strength of Pragnum is its head – Mr. Vitaly Bobrynev. He managed to join lawyers of different practices and made them work as a team on each project. No matter what the issue is – several lawyers analyze it as a team and the expertice of each individual lawyer allows to look at the project not as a technical task, but as a team goal. I am impressed by how much effort Mr. Bobrнтум puts into ensuring that both the client and all lawyers feel like members of a community that has a common goal and makes every effort to achieve the client’s desired result. ’
Principaux clients
Siemens Healthineers
Limited Liability DSV Holding
PANALPINA WELTTRANSPORT (Switzerland)
Fenzi Polska SP z o.o. (Poland)
Titan Machinery Ukraine LLC
Ukrvtorenenergyresource PJSC
DSV LOGISTICS
ESG
Citizen of USA
Cherry property Inc
Redcliffe Partners
Responsables de la pratique:
Victoria Ivasechko
Principaux clients
British American Tobacco
Principaux dossiers
- Represented British American Tobacco in a complex administrative litigation against the tax authorities over a VAT refund claim.
Ulysses
Responsables de la pratique:
Oleh Marchenko; Andrii Gusak
Les références
‘Oleh Marchenko runs an exceptional firm and practice and manages to keep things going while his associates (literally) go to fight a war on the weekends, and each attack on Kyiv makes it necessary to check on the welfare of his team.’
Principaux clients
Export-Import Bank of The United States
LafargeHolcim
Fresenius Medical Care
Lorraine McMahon, Franklin McMahon, Home Group S.A., and Morgan Furniture
Martin Bauer
DP World
Principaux dossiers
- Representing Franklin and Lorraine McMahons and their affiliated companies in an investor-state dispute with Ukraine and in related litigation cases in the courts of Ukraine.
- Representing U.S. Exim Bank in the enforcement of multimillion claims arising under loans granted to Rise Joint Stock Company and other Ukrainian subsidiaries of UkrLandFarming PLC.
AGA Partners
Les références
‘The AGA Partnerz team differs from its competitors by deep PRACTICAL experience. People know what they are doing and promptly provide the necessary services. For example, AGA Partners currently represents our interests in London arbitration. I appreciate the availability and feedback in our cooperation. There were cases when disputes were resolved positively in our favor out of court only because AGA Partners intervened to protect our interests. I would like to single out partner Iryna Moroz, as well as young but very talented lawyer Vasyl Radetskyi.’
‘AGA Law Firm distinguishes itself through a compelling combination of strengths and innovative approaches that set it apart from other firms in the legal industry.’
‘Dmytro and Pavel, the exceptional individuals I had the privilege to work with, truly stand out in their respective roles and have consistently exceeded expectations. Their unique qualities set them apart from competitors and have greatly contributed to the success of our collaborative efforts.’
Principaux clients
Agroimeks Sp. z O.O.
Grain Flex LTD
Grain Meadov Trading LLC
Metallurgical Primary Commodities SA
LLC Ambar+
Simmetric Corp.
Virtus Commodities AG
Emmet Partners Limited
PAE “Vostok-Zapad”
LTD Bioenergy-Vinnitsa
AGRF Service FZ LLC
LLC Trading House Dnіpropetrovsk Pipe Rolling Plant
JSC “Agrarian Fund”
Catalan Agro Feed Sl
Agro Chain General Trading LLC
Maestro-Nut SRL
OneSoil AG
Primetransport Company OÜ
Group of Companies “Prometey”
Prime Trading LLC
Sunflower Resources LTD
Transped s.r.o.
Jolio LLC
Agridays OÜ
Albion Power Capital LTD
Med International Corporation
PE NPO “Energy saving technologies”
LLC “Agrotek-HPP”
Maxinvest Ltd
Five Grains Limited
Carenso Trading Limited
Region Grain Company AG
SIA Augšvoleri investīcijas
Assets Group OU
Cosmopolitan Trade & Development Sdn Bhd
AXIS Trade LTD
Agroprosperis Group Kft
Al Basma Lel Zuyut Al Nabatiya
Ukralfa Trade FZ LLC
Eurolink Trade Management LP
LLC “Agrofirma “Vidrodzhennia”
Ak Nisasta Sanayi Ve Ticaret A S
Bek Tarim/Hitit AG
China National Building Materials and Equipment Import & Export Corporation
Ergolens Enterprises Limited
Max Krolikowska Danuta Spolka Komandytowa
MEKE Commodities
Ofis Yem Gida Sanayi Ve Ticaret AS
Oliyatorg OU
Delta Wilmar Ukraine LLC
Buchachahrokhlibprom LLC
PJSC “Ukrhydroenergo”
Reed Smith LLP
GrainCorp Operations Limited
Viking Trading OU
LLC “Kukhar Rishelie”
Gals Agro LLP
Ukroliya LLP
Tradex Gida Dis Ticaret Ltd Sti
Millcorp Geneve SA
Syngenta Seeds
Harvest Group S.A.
State Food Grain Corporation of Ukraine, PJSC
ADM Company GmbH
Fergus Kazakhstan LLP
COFCO Agri Resourses LLC
Astarta Holding LLC
Myronivsky Hliboproduct (MHP)
Bizon Import
Smart Trade Overseas SA
NCH Capital Inc. (UK)
Alberta Corp. LP.
Principaux dossiers
- Represented the China National Building Materials and Equipment Import & Export Corporation in the Supreme Court of Ukraine in a dispute against a leading Ukrainian bank regarding the fulfillment of a guarantee for EUR88 million.
- Represented the world’s leading producer of corn starch and syrup in two instances of GAFTA arbitration and in the High Court of London against the Romanian grain trader in a dispute concerning a failure to perform a contract.
- Represented the interests of COFCO Resources SA before the Supreme Court of Ukraine within proceedings for the recognition and enforcement of an arbitral award.
ADER HABER
Responsables de la pratique:
Yuriy Petrenko; Andrii Hvozdetskyi
Les références
‘A reliable law firm where lawyers are very efficient, give clear and understandable advice and are real business partners. They make it easy to take decisions after consulting with them. Very good litigation department which deals with high-stakes cases. ’
‘Andrii Hvozdetskyi is extremely technical, pugnacious, opinionated and creative while remaining loyal and brotherly.’
Principaux clients
LLC «Sumyteploenergo»
Kyivgaz, JSC
LLC “EURO-RECONSTRUCTION”
LLC “Firma “Technova”
PJSC
FUDCOM LLC
Kyivgazenergy, Subsidiary Company
BLOCKMASTER Ukraine, LLC
DICEUS
Principaux dossiers
- Representing EURO-RECONSTRUCTION LLC in five disputes related to the payment for transportation of the thermal energy in favour of the Municipal Enterprise “KYIVTEPLOENERGO” for a total amount of more than USD 43,5m.
- Advising DICEUS INCORPORATED on debt recovery against a Saudi government-owned company under an IT Outsourcing Services contract.
- Representing Kyivgaz JSC in the several contractual disputes against the Operator of Gas Transmission System of Ukraine.
Ario Law Firm
Responsables de la pratique:
Ruslan Sydorovych; Julian Khorunzhyi; Eugen Hrushovets; Ann Sydorovych
Les références
‘My experience with the legal team has been overwhelmingly positive. They’re proactive, innovative, and not afraid to venture into uncharted territory where others might tread cautiously. I truly appreciate their approach and their swift responsiveness.’
‘Julian Khorunzhyi, the senior partner at Ario Law Firm is among Ukraine’s foremost legal experts, demonstrating strategic insight and a deep mastery of his domain. He boasts a rich background in negotiations and adeptly bridges communication gaps, even between entrenched adversaries in a case.”’
‘This team consistently delivers winning results. I’ve collaborated with them on multiple cases, some even international in scope.’
Principaux clients
FINIK PRO
Concord Bank
Vellonton LTD
Principaux dossiers
- Contesting 5 decisions made by the National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) regarding the imposition of sanctions on Concord Bank, including fines totaling 1.7 million dollars.
Attorneys’ Association Gestors
Responsables de la pratique:
Andriy Tsvyetkov; Vitalii Makhinchuk
Principaux clients
Finaswiss Trading S.A.
Asset Management Company TASK-INVEST LLC
Projectindustry LLC
XL Insurance Company SE
AMEROPA AMS Marketing and Sales AG
HELIOS VISION UKRAINE LLC
ALKOR-EXIM LLC
CMS
Les références
‘Result-oriented team of CMS dispute resolution practice is its outstanding asset. Transparent communication about billing is another strong point, greatly appreciated on the client’s end. ’
‘Partner Olga Shenk is a legal gem, who has been instrumental to success in an impactful case for our business, which has created a precedent in local legal practice. Jet-fast grip of matter coupled with efficient and swift communication style, Olga is able to deliver pragmatic practical client-tailored legal solutions within dispute resolution and beyond. Olga is very comfortable to communicate with, she displays a genuine interest in client’s needs and outcomes bringing added value to the matter. On a separate note, it’s a great pleasure to work with professional and strong female leaders like Olga Shenk.’
Principaux clients
Fresenius Medical Care Ukraine
Principaux dossiers
- Acting for a major gas company, as the expert witness on Ukrainian law matters under the Arbitration Rules of the SCC Arbitration Institute.
- Represented an international bank in the recognition of the client’s multi-million dollar claim under a credit facility governed by German law against a major Ukrainian industrial corporation, in the bankruptcy proceedings in Ukraine.
EVERLEGAL
Responsables de la pratique:
Andriy Porayko; Oleksandr Ruzhytskyi
Les références
‘The structure of the team and ability to handle and correctly distribute even large volume of work/cases is exceptional. Andriy Porayiko made a great job and overseen the litigation team as it grown and after all years he has a professional and devoted people working on his team, who are delivery results.’
‘Andriy Porayiko and Svitlana Teteria are both great personalities and professionals in their area of expertise. One may call at any time of the day and each of them is always readily available to advice and find the best solution for a situation at hand. It is a pleasure to work with them.’
‘The dispute resolution team is very strong with deep knowledge of both substantive law and procedural rules in Ukrainian courts. ’
Principaux clients
Agro-Lan
The National Bank of Ukraine
UkrSibbank
OTP Bank
“DEVELOP FINANCE”
Agromino
Concorde Capital
Principaux dossiers
- Representing Argomino in a complex USD 3 million dispute, involving over 350 parallel court cases over the restoration of lease rights on 800 hectares of agricultural land uncontrollable by the client due to a series of raider attacks in 2018.
- Representing OTP Bank in two administrative disputes with the National Securities and Stock Market Commission.
- Representing Concorde Capital in a USD 5 million mortgage dispute.
GOLAW
Responsables de la pratique:
Valentyn Gvozdiy; Kateryna Manoylenko
Les références
‘The company provides highly qualified legal services, for the provision of which leading lawyers who are well-known in Ukraine are involved. This legal company is very customer-oriented, thus, when communicating, you feel that you are the main client, which gives a feeling of your own exclusion and uniqueness. Of course, with this approach, you trust lawyers more.’
‘First of all, this is communication that is available almost always, secondly and most importantly, the company’s lawyers are real specialists in their field, they understand the subject and essence of the situation, legal content and legislative regulation, and therefore, their help is always professional.’
KPMG Law in Ukraine
Responsables de la pratique:
Sergey Popov; Yuriy Katser; Nataliia Shyshkovska; Bogdan Shyshkovskyi
Principaux clients
Codelouf Limited
Buhler Service LLC
Viva Décor LLC
Multinational home appliance manufacturer
Jooble CIS LLC
Subsidiary of a multinational corporation specialising in optical, imaging, and industrial products
Subsidiary of an international corporation that manufactures products in the field of automobile construction
Rubezhnoye Cardboard and Packaging Mill
Operator of one of the largest shopping malls in Ukraine
Principaux dossiers
- Advised a local branch of a multinational home appliances manufacturer in challenging tax notices in pre-trial and trial appeal stages for an amount exceeding USD1.3 million.
- Advised and successfully supported one of Ukraine’s largest banks in a precedential WHT dispute.
Lamwell
Responsables de la pratique:
Andriy Shulga
Les références
‘Lamwell’s versatile litigation team is always ready to handle any type of dispute, whether relating to land ownership, financial transactions, employment or even criminal proceedings. They are always available on short notice and easy to work with. ’
‘Andriy Shulga, attorney, is a highly experienced litigator with a great understanding of the legal process.’
‘Lamwell specializes in complex disputes and disputes with a cross-border element. They provide a great service and their pricing is competitive on the market. We have instructed them in numerous cases in the past, and have continued to successfully work with them during the past year. They have mostly assisted us with complex court disputes, and more recently – with the recognition and enforcement of a Ukrainian court decision abroad.’
Principaux clients
DSV Logistics (
Coface International
Gefest Investments Limited
F.F. Engels Investments Inc.
LLC ”AZOV TRADE BERDYANSK”
SVG PLUS LLC
Alberta Corp. LP
PE “Optic Trade Ukraine”
Principaux dossiers
- Representing a Ukrainian petroleum trader SVG PLUS LLC in the London Court of International Arbitration.
- Representing Azov Trade Berdyansk LLC in arbitration under the auspices of the Grain and Feed Trade Association.
- Represented a Ukrainian company Safe Invest LLC before the Grand Chamber of the Ukrainian Supreme Court in a high profile real estate case.
Legal Alliance Company
Responsables de la pratique:
Vitalii Savchuk
Principaux clients
Servier Ukraine LLC
Pavlenko Legal Group
Responsables de la pratique:
Grygoriy Pavlenko; Oleksandra Pavlenko
Principaux clients
PJSC “Rosava”
Lantmannen AXA
LLC “Financial company “Investohills Vesta”
TAS Group
Ukrtelecom JSC
Metalzyukrain Corp LTD LLC
LLC “Financial Company” Central Capital”
LLC« Asset Management Company and Pension Funds Administration «Niko Finance»
OKS CAPITAL LLC
University “Ukraine”
Olimpex Coupe International LLC
Vartis LLC
Eksimer Odessa LLC
LLC “Financial Company “Sokur”
Capital Gearing LLC
VB PARTNERS
Responsables de la pratique:
Vladimir Vashchenko
Les références
‘Team of VB PARTNERS is one of Ukraine`s leading litigators with vast experience of banking, fraud and business crime proceedings. I was impressed by the systematic and painstaking preparation of attorneys for court hearings.’
‘Oleksandr Lukianenko has excellent knowledge of the law and banking, pays close attention to details that helps him to make effective strategic decisions. He can make a difficult process very clear and solve it confidently, step by step. Denys Bugay is a very experienced attorney not only in criminal law but in other fields as well. ’
‘The VB PARTNERS team is very good in both litigation and white collar crime with a strong commitment and loyalty to the client.’
Principaux clients
Scania
Shareholders and top managers of Delta Bank, PJSC
Svitland Development
Bank Finance and Credit
Former National Bank of Ukraine Board Member
Top managers of Misto Bank, PJSC
President of the Track and Field Athletics Federation of the Zaporizhzhia Region, Vice-President of the Zaporizhzhia Boxing Federation, Former Chairman of the Board of Industrialbank
Quarter Partners
Colliers International
Principaux dossiers
- Representating a private Ukrainian bank shareholder in a lawsuit related to invalidating and overturning the decision taken by the National Bank of Ukraine to classify Misto Bank PJSC as insolvent and liquidate it.
- Representing a shareholder of Finance and Credit Bank PJSC in a lawsuit against the claim of the Deposit Guarantee Fund for recovering losses in the amount of USD 1,2bn.
- Representing member of the Credit Committee of PJSC USB BANK in a lawsuit against the Deposit Guarantee Fund to recover damages in the amount of USD 14,2m.
Wolf Theiss
Responsables de la pratique:
Taras Dumych
Principaux clients
Somkhishvili, Tamaz
DSM Nutritional Products
Principaux dossiers
- Representing a British investor in a major investment dispute with the city of Kyiv and its municipal authorities concerning compensation for the client’s losses sustained as a result of the cancellation by the Kyiv city authorities of an investment project.
- Representing DSM Nutritional Products in litigation initiated by the Ukrainian subsidiary of the company against a client in view of the failure by the latter to pay the full purchase price for supplied products.
Ante Law Firm
Responsables de la pratique:
Andriy Guck
Les références
‘Ante legal team delivers outstanding results representing our airline in numerous court cases including bet-the-company ones. ’
‘Andriy Guck is dedicated to deliver best possible result, he possesses an academic level of industry knowledge and is one of the greatest litigators. He left no stone unturned, and his hard work and expertise ultimately secured a victory in bet-the-company case.’
‘Ante delivers results beyond our wildest expectations. Their legal team’s deep knowledge of the law and industry, strategic thinking, and courtroom power were evident throughout each court case.’
Principaux clients
Sanofi-Aventis LLC
Harwind LLC
Lufthansa AG
Lufthansa Cargo
Columbus Handling LLC
Austrian Airlines
Qatar Airways Group Q.C.S.C.
British Airways PLC
DFU Agro LLC
Dan-Farm LLC
Air France – KLM
Bees Airline
Arttrading LLC
RDS Cargo
Jetwings
Innovative Insurance Capital PJSC
Ekta Insurance Company
Principaux dossiers
- Representing DFU Agro/Dan Farm LLC in a group of complicated litigations regarding the land lease rights and specific financial instrument – agro obligation.
- Representing Columbus Handling LLC in the bet-the-company litigation worth USD 790 000 against State Tax Service of Ukraine.
- Represented Sanofi-Aventis Ukraine LLC in a litigation with local distributor on vaccines distribution agreement violations and penalties up to 100000 USD.
Gramatskiy&Partners
Responsables de la pratique:
Ernest Gramatskiy; Andriy Trembich; Oleksandr Koval
Les références
‘The law firm Gramatskiy and Partners has a large team of trial lawyers, headed by Andrii Trembich, head of the research and development (R&D) department.’
‘Gramatskiy and Partners has a team of experienced lawyers with a proven track record of success in resolving disputes. The firm’s lawyers have extensive experience in all types of disputes, including commercial, corporate, and construction disputes. They also have won cases before the Ukrainian courts, including the Supreme Court.’
‘Mr. Gramatskiy is a specialist in corporate law, M&A, dispute resolution, and tax law. He has represented clients in a wide range of cases, including commercial, corporate, and construction disputes. He has also represented clients in international arbitrations and has won cases before the Ukrainian courts, including the Supreme Court.’
Principaux clients
LLC « PARK LANE»
LLC « PANORAMA INVEST»
PJSC SF «VORONIN»
ULMA OPALUBKA UKRAINE, LLC
KM Partners
Responsables de la pratique:
Alexander Minin; Maxim Oleksiyuk; Alexander Shemiatkin; Ivan Shynkarenko
Selepey, Volkovetsky & Partners
Responsables de la pratique:
Andriy Selepey; Nazar Bilotserkovets
Les références
‘I collaborate closely with partners Nazar Bilotserkovets and Bogdan Savchenko, who collectively form a highly proficient legal team. Their work is characterized by a meticulous approach, exemplified by their comprehensive theoretical and legal research. They delve deeply into the intricacies of the case, giving due consideration to the principles of good faith and reasonableness, while also conducting extensive investigations into the objectives of the opposing party.’
‘SVP partners Bogdan Savchenko and Nazar Bilotserkovets have been actively engaged in my case, and I must say their work has been characterized by thoroughness, responsibility, and a remarkable level of professionalism.’
‘Selepey, Volkovetsky & Partners really know their stuff when it comes to international law. In a context of our LCIA dispute these lawyers dug deep into both national and international laws and came up with some really useful ideas for how to put the international court’s decision into action back in Ukraine. Even though the Supreme Court of Ukraine doesn’t always play nice, they managed to figure out ways to protect the case that’s under review in the LCIA here in Ukraine.’
Principaux clients
Majority shareholders of a shopping mall in Kharkiv
Polis
Private investor
Liquidator of Olga LLC
Pool of creditors of Tamira LLC
Oleksandr Solovey
The “Poliekspo” group of companies
Koziakov & Partners
Responsables de la pratique:
Sergii Koziakov; Andriy Karnaukhov; Andrii Pylypenko
Les références
‘They always provide the best and most effective advice possible. Academic expertise of the oldest part of the firm is complemented with sharp young minds of new generation.’
‘Andriy Karnaukhov is reliable partner both for the Client and within the firm. Andrii Pylypenko is a young bright mind.’
‘Our long-lasting partnership with Sergii Koziakov & Partners, stretching over 10 years, allows us to recommend this law firm as highly reliable and professional partner. The firm is able to handle complex disputes, engage prominent experts and manage multijurisdictional litigations.’
Principaux clients
The State of Ukraine
The State Road Agency of Ukraine
SC “Lactalis Ukraine”
LLC DTEC Energo holding company
Karol Consulting D.o.o
Nibulon LLC
Interpipe Ukraine LLC
Hyundai Corporation
Principaux dossiers
- Acting for Ukrainian state road agency in disputes and arbitrations under FIDIC contracts.
- Acting for the EU-Australia joint venture in amicable settlement of the dispute with Ukrainian state authority
- Advising major agriculture company on issues of damages resulting from the russian aggression against Ukraine.
Skliarenko, Sydorenko and Partners
Responsables de la pratique:
Oleksandr Skliarenko; Andriy Sydorenko; Andriy Trigub
Les références
‘They are timely, efficient and very strategic when it comes to deciding on the next steps on the case. The team continued working on the case after the imposition of the martial law. Their devotion to their work and clients exceeds reasonable expectations.’
‘My company – an oil & gas business – is currently using Skliarenko, Sydorenko and Partners law firm to represent us in a court case relating to the enforcement of pledge. The team is very strong and a good choice for local litigation. ’
‘The firm’s Managing Partner Olexandr Skliarenko is managing our case and acts as our key contact. Skliarenko has an excellent reputation as a litigator and a strategist. It is also important to have a lawyer and law firm that physically work from Kyiv. Skliarenko walks us through the litigation process every step of the way and provides confident, practical solutions. ’
Principaux clients
GRAWE
Weidmann
The First Deputy Chief of the State Enterprise “Information Court Systems”
KREISEL, Familial German company of design and maintenance of compressor equipment (Ukrainian representative office)
Principaux dossiers
- Advising a fuel trading company on multiple in-court dispute resolution proceedings for the total amount of circa USD 0,5 million, involving government authorities as respondents.
- Advising an international Austria-based insurance company on a complex in-court dispute in Ukraine.
- Advising a Ukrainian asset of a Swiss manufacturer of paper and carton products, on in-court tax disputes in Ukraine.