International trade in Ukraine
Aequo
Responsables de la pratique:
Mariya Nizhnik
Les références
‘I find Aequo trade team as highly professional and business-oriented. We have cooperated for many years and always received accurate legal advice and support. The team’s specific strength is their deep knowledge and understanding of our industry, which often requires significant time and dedication.‘
‘I would like to specifically underline Oleksandr Tereshchenko, the team`s senior associate, who provides us with daily legal supportin the framework of the EBA Agrochemical Committee. We can always count on his support and assistance, especially in regulatory fields.‘
Principaux clients
Sandoz
Novo Nordisk
Petronas Lubricants
BSN medical GmbH
LTG Cargo Ukraine
European Business Association (EBA)
VELUX
Superhumans
JSC Skuba
Principaux dossiers
- Advising Velux Ukraine on complex contractual issues, different aspects of use of e-signature, on electronic data interchange (possibility to conclude cross-border and internal supply contracts by using only electronic digital signature, their validity and enforceability), for proper reinvoicing, etc.
- Advising Superhumans on supply contracts, tax and customs risks related to delivery of medical equipment to Ukraine.
- Advising JSC Skuba on problematic issues of customs valuation, developing distribution schemes for Ukraine, helping to mitigate customs and tax risks.
AGA Partners
Les références
‘Iryna Moroz – outstanding understanding of the case, out-of-box way of thinking and proposals Dmytro Izotov – scrupulosity Yuri Bedenkol – excellent deadlines meeting.’
‘We have been working with AGA Lawyers for 8 years. Their team is very professional, and they are always ready to assist and consult despite of the happening things. We really like and appreciate their work efficiency.’
‘We closely work with Irina Moroz, Yurii Bedenko, Ivan Kasynyuk. Once again we would like to emphasize their professionalism, and working manner with clients. Together with AGA Lawyers we have overcame many deals in a positive way for all concerned parties.’
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
Region Grain Company AG
SIA Augšvoleri investīcijas
Ulusoy Un Sanayi Ve Ticaret A.S.
Cosmopolitan Trade & Development Sdn Bhd
AXIS Trade LTD
Dm Commodities Sp Z O O
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
AST Holding
Bek Tarim/Hitit AG
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
- Avised the MHP LLC on a number of legal issues in relation to the trade contracts concluded with different counterparties based on English law.
- Advised O Resources SA concerning the proofreading and preparation of sample draft sale contracts on the delivery of agricultural commodities governed by English law.
- Represented a major Turkish agritrading company and its Swiss subsidiary in 7 separate disputes in the GAFTA arbitration under the sale contracts on delivery of agricultural goods governed by English law as well as advised on numerous international trade issues on a daily basis.
Asters
Responsables de la pratique:
Alexey Pustovit; Gleb Bialyi
Les références
‘The approaches are striking in their creativity and the wide range of tools and resources involved in the process. Very meticulous preparation for the hearings, taking into account a number of details, which, in combination with a professional presentation of the position to the audience, always brings a positive effect.’
‘Gleb Bialyi is a company partner and a high-class negotiator. A big advantage is that a professional of this caliber is easily accessible to the client and is ready at any moment to get involved in the issue and quickly put him to work. Anton Sintsov is a highly qualified lawyer who prepares impeccable motivational documents and perfectly conveys his position at hearings and skillfully works with objections.’
‘Very proactive and competent team, which knows what they are doing.’
Principaux clients
Auchan Ukraine
Ardis Group
DEPS TELECOM LLC
Gurmandiz LLC
REHAU
Qingdao Honesteel Metal Co., Ltd.
Shandong Boxing Huaye Industry and Trade Co., Ltd.
Shandong Iron & Steel Group Jiangsu Trading Co., Ltd.
Shandong Hwafone New Materials Co., Ltd.
Principaux dossiers
- Represented DEPS TELECOM LLC in two parallel court disputes regarding the appeal of the decision of the Interdepartmental Commission on International Trade on the application of safeguard measures.
- Represented leading Chinese manufacturers and exporters during an anti-dumping investigation into imports to Ukraine of rolled carbon steel coated originating from the People’s Republic of China.
- Represented a numbers of retailers, food products manufacturers and distributors in a safeguard investigation into the imports to Ukraine of certain types of cheese.
Avellum
Responsables de la pratique:
Vadim Medvedev
Les références
‘Great team of people with excellent communication skills’
‘Prompt, responsive, very contactable’
Principaux clients
Miniso Hong Kong Limited
Baker McKenzie, Kyiv Office
Responsables de la pratique:
Hanna Shtepa
Les références
‘Useful insights into Ukraine’s evolving list-based sanctions framework.’
‘Hanna Shtepa has offered helpful insights into Ukraine’s sanctions framework.’
Ilyashev & Partners
Responsables de la pratique:
Olena Omelchenko
Autres avocats clés:
Oleksiy Gorbatyuk
Les références
‘In an increasingly competitive market, it is heartening to witness the remarkable achievements of Ilyashev & Partners. Their astute legal strategies have not only protected our national producers but have also yielded positive outcomes.’
‘We would like to extend our utmost appreciation to Ilyashev & Partners for their outstanding performance and unwavering dedication during the war. Despite the adversities faced, their team has consistently demonstrated remarkable efficiency and a client-oriented mindset. We are truly grateful for their unwavering commitment to delivering impactful results.’
‘Olena Omelchenko is a name that resonates with authority and respect to all Ukrainian manufacturers, making her a go-to choice for legal expertise. Her team played a crucial role in sustaining production and jobs. We are incredibly thankful for her invaluable contributions and the positive change she brings. Olena Omelchenko is an incredible professional with a knack for cross-functional collaboration and top-notch communication skills. Her profound knowledge and professional experience have been instrumental in revolutionising legal practice. ’
Principaux clients
The Association of Cement Producers Ukrcement
Dyckerhoff Ukraine
CRH Ukraine
Ivano-Frankivsk Cement Plant
Kryvyi Rih Cement
Druzhkovka Hardware Plant
Centravis
COFCO Agri Ukraine
Zaporozhye Ferroalloy Plant
Nikopol Ferroalloys Plant
Ukrainian Match Factory
Ukrainian Autoclaved Aerated Concrete Producers Association
The Ukrainian association of producers of ferro-alloys and other electrometallurgy products (UkrFa)
Heavy Metal
Virastar
Plank Electronic
Polypipe
Interstarch Ukraine
Miroplast
Eurovent
Uterm
Module-Ukraine
Instech
Concern “Vodpolymer”
Oliyatorg OU
KOZ Organik
Moldova Steel Works
Seedco
Integrites
Responsables de la pratique:
Yevgen Ivanets
Principaux clients
Centravis Production Ukraine
Epiroc Mining India
Epiroc Ukraine
Principaux dossiers
- Representing Centravis Production Ukraine in the review of price undertakings of a Chinese exporter regarding the suspension of the dumped imports of seamless stainless-steel pipes originating from the PRC into Ukraine.
- Represented Epiroc Mining India and Epiroc Ukraine, both local subsidiaries of Epiroc Group in India and Ukraine, in the safeguard investigation on the imports of three-cone drill bits into Ukraine.
PwC Legal
Responsables de la pratique:
Oleksiy Katasonov; Vita Miroshnychenko
Les références
‘Excellent personal approach towards client needs, great expertise in customs and trade compliance activity. Proactive follow up on the desired topics, including pushing and lobbying government regulations, administration of trainings, transparent and easy collaboration.’
Principaux clients
Swiss Krono LLC
FLEXTRONICS TOV PLANT LLC
A/T B.A.T. – PRILUCKY TOBACCO COMPANY PJSC
JT INTERNATIONAL UKRAINE CJSC
Nova Poshta LLC
SE Bordnetze-Ukraine LLC
DSV LOGISTICS LLC
REAL BARGAIN LLC
DB SCHENKER
Macquarie Aircraft Leasing Services (Ireland) Limited
British American Tobacco Sales and Marketing Ukraine LLC
Silpo-Food LLC
Principaux dossiers
- Advised BRITISH AMERICAN TOBACCO and JT International Ukraine on launching new products.
- Advised Macquarie Aircraft Leasing Services (Ireland) Limited on possibilities for removing the engines without negative consequences for customs duties/import VAT to the lessee, analysed alternative scenarios for reexporting the engine in accordance with the customs regulations of Ukraine because of war.
Sayenko Kharenko
Responsables de la pratique:
Anzhela Makhinova
Les références
‘Combination of deep professional knowledge multiplied by knowledge of industries.’
‘Sayenko Kharenko has an excellent international trade team. Its strengths are its highly technical knowledge, the efficiency and speed with which it attends to each inquiry, and its ability to identify the specific needs of clients. It’s not just about the results, which have been excellent, it’s also about excellent communication, availability, and offering a respectful and reassuring environment, even in the middle of a long and challenging file. The team works seamlessly with us and shares our values of diligence and respect. They go over and above the call of duty by anticipating issues, identifying risks and opportunities and paving the way for customer success.’
‘Anzhela Makhinova is a true professional, I’d say, the best legal adviser I had in my career. She has a deep understanding of our business and is able to guide her clients in processes they might have. Her strength is that she is really into the details. She has an excellent team and is well-prepared. She delivers exceptional service on complex matters and quickly builds trust with her clients. Anzhela is outstanding and provides incredible insights and a thoughtful approach to issues arising in the international trade space.’
Principaux clients
AB metal Group
Ascania-Flora
Aluplast Sp. Z.o.o.
Aluplast Ukraine LLC
JSC “Tele-Fonica Kable”
PJSC “Central Mining and Processing Plant” (Metinvest)
PJSC “Northern Mining and Processing Plant” (Metinvest)
Profine Ukraine LLC
SIP Ukraine LLC
Slavyanska Sol LLC
Stalkanat
Sweetondale Plant LLC
TF-K LLC
Wellful Group
Zhejiang Longda Stainless Steel Co., Ltd
SDM Partners LLC
Responsables de la pratique:
Dmytro Syrota; Serhiy Dzis
Les références
‘SDM Partners has a great reputation in international trade, with a team of lawyers who possess cross-departmental expertise, covering competition law, customs law, FDI, and trade law. This allows the team to provide valuable solutions throughout the case. They use their combined knowledge to provide effective solutions for each case. What’s more, they also incorporate marketing research into their strategies, which is impressive.’
‘Serhiy Dzis is exceptionally hardworking and diligent in this field. His value each client, are knowledgeable and have a creative approach that enables them to leverage their institutional competencies in achieving our goals. I have had the opportunity to work with him closely for over 3 years now and he has successfully delivered the desired results and given correct directions with their expertise in the field.’
Koziakov & Partners
Responsables de la pratique:
Nataliia Isakhanova
Les références
‘Nataliia Isakhanova and her team understand how this complicated topic works in Ukraine and how their work can fit in with similar reviews around the globe.’
‘The firm’s international trade practice has a long history of success. Fundamental knowledge of international trade law, the ability to work well as a team, an attentive attitude towards clients and their requirements, ease of communication, achieving the best results for clients are their greatest strengths.’
‘Partner Nataliia Isakhanova, as well as counselors Yuriy Prokopenko and Andrey Pilipenko, are the best of the best international trade consultants in Ukraine. They always have answers to all questions regarding the foreign economic activity of our company, and their extraordinary approach, which is supported by deep theoretical knowledge of international trade law, to issues allows us to complete the assigned tasks in the best possible way.’
Principaux clients
“UPCAST OY” company
SC “ITRON UKRAINE”
LENOVO
The Carry Company
AKKADIAN UK
SC “Lactalis Ukraine”
PJSC “Lactalis Sumy”
The Istanbul Chemicals and Chemical Products Exporters Association (IKMIB)
SCANROC LLC
SCANDI LLC
EUROVIKNOBUD LLC
“Klinkier Przysucha” S.A.
Grupa Azoty S.A.
Chinese Commercial Association
Shanghai Prime Machinery Co., Ltd.
Zhongan Huali Construction Group Co., Ltd.,
Honghua International Ukraine Co., Ltd.
Principaux dossiers
- Representing Istanbul Chemicals and Chemical Products Exporters Association (IKMIB) and their members in safeguard investigations concerning imports of Ukraine of PVC profiles regardless of country of origin and export.
- Representing Lactalis Ukraine in safeguard investigations concerning imports of Ukraine of certain types of cheese regardless of country of origin and export.
- Representing Lactalis Sumy in safeguard investigations concerning imports of Ukraine of certain types of cheese regardless of country of origin and export.
Fortior Law
Responsables de la pratique:
Vitaliy Kozachenko; Danil Hristich
Les références
‘Excellent, dedicated knowledge of sector.’
Principaux clients
Integral Petroleum S.A.
Murat Seitnepesov
Adelon AG
Petrochemical Logistics Ltd
Blockchain Optimization S.A.
Principaux dossiers
- Representing Integral Petroleum S.A. before the High Court of Justice in relation to its dispute with Bank GPB International S.A in relation to credit facility of some $20m and a claim of conspiracy of some $50m.
- Advised a shipping client on a unique Grain and Feed Trade Association case regarding instalment deliveries under Gafta pro-forma contract.
- Representing Petrochemical Logistics Ltd, Blockchain Optimization S.A. before the High Court of Justice in relation to recouping clients’ $2.3m investment in fraudulent scheme.