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“Absolute” is a corporate law firm founded in 2008. It has an office in Kyiv.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm is active in restructuring and insolvency.
Founded in 2006, Ader Haber is a Ukrainian law firm with an office in Kyiv where nine lawyers work.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm is active in advising banks, companies and individuals on the provision of financing and debt restructuring, litigation and regulatory matters.
Key clients
Among its clients are Alfa-bank, Credit Agricole Bank, Piraeus Bank, Crystalbank, Raiffeisen Bank Aval, Industrialbank and International Invest Bank.
Client Feedback: 31st edition (2020/2021)
Banking and finance
"I would like to note that the advantage of the work of the Ader Haber team is an individual approach to the client's requirements, the ability to quickly navigate in non-standard situations, efficiency in the implementation of assigned tasks and a high level of competence in their field."
"In Ader Haber we have found a reliable partner for legal services and qualified team of professionals with whom it is easy and pleasant to deal."
The firm is known for its strong presence across all areas of corporate law and provides comprehensive legal expertise to the public and corporate sectors. The firm is well known for its banking and finance, capital markets, corporate and M&A and cross border transactions.
Highlights
Aequo advised the EIB and Oschadbank on a €50 million loan and €30 million investment grant to support the reconstruction and modernisation of Ukraine’s heat generation and energy distribution infrastructure. The mandate involved advising on the Ukrainian law aspects of the financing and transaction documentation for a strategically significant energy resilience programme aimed at strengthening municipal energy security and heat supply.
The firm also advised Green Genius on the sale of two operational solar power plants in Ukraine to Foxtrot, one of the country's leading consumer electronics retailers. The mandate involved transaction structuring, negotiation of acquisition documentation, and advice on corporate, regulatory and energy-sector matters, including navigating wartime regulatory constraints and cross-border elements involving Cyprus, the Netherlands and Ukraine.
Key clients
Naftogaz of Ukraine, European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), Goldman Sachs, Kreditanstalt fur Wiederaufbau (KfW), NEQSOL Holding, Dragon Capital, BGV Group, Svit-Agro, Concorde Capital
Testimonials 2026
"Professionalism, expertise, engagement, and a desire to help." - Banking and finance
"Aequo gathered a multi-practice professional team to provide advice in a timely and efficient manner. The cooperation had a number of challenges that they were able to deal with. They have drafted for the project the first AML instrument on a market - third party reliance agreement. Their commitment to provide high-level deliverables and services should be specifically underlined, especially in such a complicated, multi-facet project." - Banking and finance
"We highly value the availability of consultations and the team's creative approach to finding practical and effective solutions." - Banking and finance
"They are very Professional and experienced." - M&A
"She strives to find the right, tailored solutions for each specific request. Her knowledge goes beyond the legal field, allowing her to develop practical, well-prepared solutions for lawyers." - Yulia Kyrpa
"Structuring of the finance deal and finance acquisition, negotiations with regulator, client carrying." - Yulia Kyrpa
"General management of the project, navigating partners' discussions during the project, providing case-based advice and knowledge in similar projects." - Yulia Kyrpa
"Yulia has a strong understanding of new legislative developments and responds quickly to regulatory changes. She also communicates effectively with international organizations, which contributes to the successful handling of complex legal matters." -
Yulia Kyrpa
Founded in 2005, Alekseev Boyarchukov & Partners is a corporate law firm based in Kyiv.
Focuses / Specialisms
The firm is particularly well known for its focus on restructuring and insolvency handling matters such as bankruptcy, debt restructuring, and corporate insolvency matters.
Founded in 2013, Amber Law is a corporate law firm with an office in Kyiv and a team of 18 lawyers.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm is active in finance and corporate, particularly in banking and finance.
Ario Law Firm is a Ukrainian law firm which established an office in Kyiv in 2002.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm specialises in corporate and M&A and restructuring and insolvency.
In banking and finance, it advises companies in mergers, acquisitions, sales and various corporate matters.
In restructuring and insolvency, it advises banks and companies on insolvency proceedings, bankruptcies, restructurings and disputes. It is active in all industries, including shipbuilding, energy, agriculture and hospitality.
Arzinger was founded in 2002 and is headquartered in Kyiv. The firm has additional offices in Lviv and Odesa. The firm employs over 70 legal professionals, including 12 partners.
Focuses / Specialisms
The firm has extensive expertise across corporate law in practices including banking & finance, M&A, project development and restructuring and insolvency.
Founded in 1995, Asters is a full-service Ukrainian law firm with an office in Kyiv. It comprises 140 lawyers, including 27 partners. It also has offices in Washington DC, US and Brussels, Belgium.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm is experienced in providing legal advice in all areas of financial law and project development. It acts mainly for foreign clients on cross-border deals.
The firm advises banks, institutional investors, companies and development funds on a broad range of transactions within the banking, corporate financing, project financing and capital markets practice areas.
Highlights
In banking and finance, the firm advised as Ukrainian legal counsel to the Ministry of Finance of Ukraine in connection to the USD 20 billion loan from the Unites States to Ukraine as part of the G7 Extraordinary Revenue Acceleration Loans initiative.
The firm also advised the EBRD on a €500 million financing to Naftogaz of Ukraine to support the procurement of natural gas and strengthen the country's energy security. The mandate involved legal and transactional support for a strategically significant financing aimed at maintaining Naftogaz's liquidity and ensuring the continued supply of heat and power ahead of the winter season.
Key clients
The Ministry of Finance of Ukraine, MHP, DTEK, KERNEL, National Power Company “Ukrenergo”, The, State Road Agency of Ukraine (“Ukravtodor”), European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), ING Bank N.V., Kernel,Investment Capital Ukraine (ICU), Horizon Capital
Testimonials 2026
"Dedication to work and high level of professionalism and understanding of the client's needs" - Banking and finance
"Professional expertise, making agreements and changing of them according to real practice." - M&A
"Responsive. Cost efficient. Practical and pragmatic." - Bank lending
"Very high level of experience in the field and knowledge of both commercial and public law." - Glib Bondar
"Very big practical experience and Andriy commercially stays for client." - Andriy Romanchuk
"Good practical knowledge." - Oleksandr Kozhuhar
Set up in 2016, Axon Partners is a Ukrainian law firm with an office in Kyiv, employing 10 lawyers.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm is specialized in advising start-ups and enterprise ventures on all matters related to corporate and M&A, IP, commercial agreement, litigation and data support. It is focused on work in media and entertainment, gaming, e-commerce and fit-tech.
Key clients
Among its clients areDatas Technology, Beetroot, Poster, Compatel Ukraine, Innovataion Park UnitCity, IDAP, Data Intelligence Lab, Diceus, Rabota.UA, BlaBlaCar, MySales, ReFace AI, 3DLOOK and Vitagramma.
Baker McKenzie opened an office in Kyiv, Ukraine in 1992.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm is experienced in representing banks, institutional investors and international and domestic companies in multimillion corporate law transactions and in development projects.
It has a particularly prolific record in banking and finance and corporate and M&A. Its banking and finance practice includes various forms of direct financing, acquisition finance, project finance and debt restructuring. Its M&A practice includes acquisitions and sales.
It is also active in the capital markets area, advising issuers on Eurobond issues, and in restructuring and insolvency.
In project development, it advises investment funds and companies on projects and regulatory issues.
CMS Cameron McKenna Nabarro Olswang is a corporate law firm with an office in Kyiv. It is part of the international law firm of the same name, which established its first office in Frankfurt, Germany in 1999 and today has a team of more than 5,000 lawyers in more than 78 offices spread across 43 countries.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm is active in project development.
Dentons is a full-service law firm which opened its office in Kyiv, Ukraine in 1992.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm is active in banking and finance, corporate and M&A and project development. It advises clients at all sides of the table, including banks, investment institutions and private investment companies, on direct financing, debt restructuring, project financing, acquisitions and sales. Its practice also involves restructuring and insolvency work on litigation and regulatory matters.
In project development, it advises banks and development companies on projects and regulatory matters in renewable energy, oil and gas and real estate.
ECOVIS Bondar & Bondar is a law firm with an office in Kyiv, Ukraine. It is part of the international consulting firm ECOVIS International which operates in more than 60 countries globally.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm is active on legal and litigation matters related to the project development practice area.
Equity Law was founded in 2002 in Kyiv. The firm specialises in restructuring and insolvency and banking and finance.
Highlights
In restructuring and insolvency, the firm continues to represent PJSC “UKRINBANK” in connection with a dispute with National Bank of Ukraine over the resumption of the bank’s activities in Ukraine. The firm is assisting PJSC “UKRINBANK” on all matters of debt collection from borrowers.
Another notable highlight in the firms work, includes its ongoing advice representing Azovmash Group on the restructuring of $850 million debt towards 10 banks. Notably, the firm represented the client in debt restructuring before Alfa – Bank, one of Ukraine’s largest banks, as well representing two group companies in insolvency proceedings initiated by the creditors.
Key clients
Azovmash, Ukrinbank, Finance Company, Expert Invest, Helios Company
Esquires is a Ukrainian law firm led by managing partner Oleksander Shkelebey with an office in Kyiv.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm advises on M&A, financial services regulatory and disputes.
Founded in 2002, Eterna is a law firm where over 50 lawyers work. Its headquarters are located in Kyiv, Ukraine. The firm also has offices in Riga, Latvia, Kazakhstan and Dusseldorf, Germany.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm is active in banking and finance, corporate and M&A and project development.
In its banking practice prevails direct financing, while its corporate and M&A work includes sales, restructurings and acquisitions. It assists clients in various industries, including FMCG, IT and energy.
In project development it advises clients on projects, licencing and regulatory matters in energy, IT and FMCG.
Founded in 2015, Everlegal is a Ukraine law firm with an office in Kyiv, comprising 50 lawyers.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm is active in banking and finance, corporate and M&A and project development.
In banking and finance, the firm advises on direct financing, debt restructuring and project financing.
In corporate and M&A, it advises mostly sellers on sales, mergers, restructurings and acquisitions in various industries, most notably in energy, including oil and gas and renewable energy.
In project development, it advises developers and contractors on projects in renewable energy, infrastructure and real estate.
EY is a firm that provides law and tax advice, and it has an office in Kyiv, Ukraine. It is part of the global firm EY with 700 office locations in more than 150 countries.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm is active in banking and finance and in corporate and M&A.
It has experience advising institutional investors and companies on market entries, regulations and financial restructurings in the banking sector.
In corporate and M&A, it advises mostly private equity investors in their roles as investors and sellers on acquisitions, sales and business restructurings in various sectors, including energy and agriculture.
GOLAW is a Ukrainian law firm which established its office in Kyiv in 2003.
Focuses / Specialisms
The firm is active in banking and finance and corporate and M&A.
The banking and finance practice is focused on advising creditors on debt restructurings and trade receivables, while the corporate practice includes advising clients in energy, IT and retail on corporate restructurings, share capital increases, corporate governance implementations and other matters.
Founded in 2011, Gryphon Group is a law firm with an office in Kyiv, Ukraine.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm is active in banking and finance and corporate and M&A. It has a prolific record in conducting due diligence investigation on banks, advising institutional investors while its corporate practice includes advising clients in various industries on mainly corporate restructurings. It is particularly active in real estate construction and e-commerce.
Key clients
Among its clients are Taryan Group, European Investment Bank, WOG, Clever Asset Management, Crystal, Epicentr M, Hubber, Molis Group, Agrogroup and Nitro Invest Group.
Client Feedback: 31st edition (2020/2021)
Asset finance
"Everything is good. In all areas. Professionals."
Bank lending : Borrower side
"They negotiate with financial structures on a high level. They realised our opportunities and the company achieved business goals in investments. "
"All team demonstrate: professionalism and personal attention to the details, personal approach, responsiveness. The work was completed in time. "
"Explicitly, the firm always aims to satisfy the needs of the clients as much as possible. Annually the authoritative studies recognise the partners of the firm Elena Lynnyk and Igor Lynnyk as the best lawyers in the areas."
"Provide quality data for analysis."
“Ukraine is well known for corruption and corrupt legal practices. My work with Gryphon established an open and transparent relationship and above all trust. "
M&A
"The firm provides excellent service. The team works with high respect to its clients."
Hillmont Partners is a corporate law firm which opened its first office in Kyiv in 2016. Today it also has offices in Lviv and London and a team of 10 lawyers.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm is active in corporate and M&A, and in restructuring and insolvency.
Highlights
In restructuring and insolvency, the firm is providing ongoing legal advisory expertise on the insolvency proceedings of Alchevsk By - Product Coke Plant. The firm has assisted in the efforts to gain recovery damages suffered by Ukrainian enterprises due to the ongoing war.
In project development, the firm advised ESTDEV on a portfolio of donor-funded infrastructure projects in Ukraine with a combined value exceeding €8 million. The mandate covered the construction and reconstruction of residential and public infrastructure in the Zhytomyr region, with the firm providing full legal support across project implementation, regulatory compliance and ITA framework requirements.
Key clients
Altares Capital, Astound Commerce, PZU Ukraine, BTA Bank, Clearing House Bank, Ukrainian Red Cross Society, Nestle, GrainCorp., Ferrexpo AG, SMK Group, JKX Oil & Gas
Testimonials 2026
"The firm excels at converting complex banking and regulatory issues into clear, manageable solutions. Their creativity and technical precision make a real difference when structuring transactions in challenging situations." - Banking and finance
"Under pressure, they deliver quickly without sacrificing quality, and maintain a pragmatic, business-oriented approach throughout. Precision, speed, and commercial awareness are what truly set them apart." - Banking and finance
"Team members are well-versed in both Ukrainian and cross-border corporate matters, with particular expertise in non-standard ownership structures. The advice they provide is practical, well-structured, and immediately implementable, which is critical in ensuring business continuity." - M&A
"What differentiates Ilyashev & Partners is their combination of technical legal expertise and strategic business thinking. The team has a strong understanding of complex corporate and regulatory environments and is particularly effective at navigating matters involving multiple legal and practical considerations. Their advice is always solution-oriented and tailored to the client’s objectives rather than purely theoretical." - M&A
"The true difference between Ilyashev & Partners and their competitors is their ability to handle regulatory advisory, complex disputes, and energy and project development sectors. In high-risk environments, the team provides investors and market participants with commercially based, strategically structured solutions that they can directly implement. Another key strength is their capacity to handle matters with sector-wide impact. Their position on the green tariff regime and imbalance settlement mechanism went beyond the needs of one client and addressed the whole renewable energy market in Ukraine. The firm also has a strong focus on responsiveness, pragmatism, and commitment. The team demonstrates excellent coordination across legal, regulatory, and enforcement aspects, ensuring consistency from advisory through claims and enforcement. Among firms in this industry, they stand out due to their combination of technical excellence, strategic thinking, and real-world effectiveness." - Project development
"What sets Ilyashev & Partners apart is their ability to handle complex infrastructure and investment projects with confidence, precision and a clear commercial focus. They understand how large projects work in practice and provide solutions that are both legally strong and commercially realistic." - Project development
"We value Ilyashev & Partners for their deep understanding of complex industrial and infrastructure projects and their ability to work effectively in a challenging business environment. The team demonstrates a high level of professionalism, responsiveness and commercial awareness. Their advice is always practical, well-structured and focused on achieving business objectives rather than providing purely theoretical legal analysis. They are able to manage sophisticated matters and regulatory aspects while maintaining clear communication and strong project coordination throughout the engagement." - Project development
"What I appreciate about Ilyashev & Partners is that they look at insolvency matters from a practical business perspective. This is not just a formal legal process. They understand what needs to be achieved and build a strategy around protecting assets and improving recovery, rather than simply following a procedure." - Restructuring and Insolvency
"Using his deep legal expertise and clear commercial perspective, Mikhail Ilyashev is exceptional at structuring complex matters and finding practical solutions in challenging situations. In addition to being highly responsive and maintaining strong control over mandates, he consistently offers precise, well-judged advice aligned with the goals of his clients." - Mikhail Ilyashev
"Mikhail Ilyashev is a lawyer you can rely on in difficult situations. He keeps a clear head, understands the bigger picture and knows how to move a matter forward when things are not straightforward. His advice is measured, practical and always focused on achieving a result." - Mikhail Ilyashev
"Oleksandr Fefelov demonstrates strong strategic thinking and deep expertise in complex corporate and transactional matters. He is highly effective at structuring sophisticated issues, anticipating risks and delivering practical solutions aligned with business objectives. He is also particularly strong in coordinating complex projects and maintaining a clear, solution-oriented approach throughout the process." - Oleksandr Fefelov
"A unique characteristic of Mikhail Ilyashev is his ability to identify complex legal issues within regulatory frameworks and turn them into actionable strategies, especially when involving state agencies or regulated industries." - Mikhail Ilyashev
"Roman Marchenko is exceptionally strong in managing complex investment and infrastructure matters where legal, commercial and strategic issues are closely interconnected. He has a rare ability to quickly understand the core of a problem, assess risks realistically and build a clear strategy even in very challenging situations." - Roman Marchenko
"Mikhail Ilyashev demonstrates strong strategic judgement and a clear understanding of how large industrial and infrastructure businesses operate in practice. He is particularly effective in complex negotiations, risk management and handling matters that require coordination between business, regulatory and legal considerations. His advice is always balanced, pragmatic and focused on protecting the client’s long-term interests. He is also highly skilled in managing sensitive situations and maintaining constructive communication between all parties involved in a project." - Mikhail Ilyashev
"Roman Marchenko brings a steady and well-judged approach to complex insolvency matters. Despite the fact that there are many parties involved in these cases, he is able to set a direction early on and keep the process under control." - Roman Marchenko
Imagine Lawyers was established in 2024 in Kyiv by former partners of DLA Piper Ukraine, Margarita Karpenko, Alla Kozachenko, Galyna Zagorodniuk, and Illya Sverdlov.
Focuses / Specialism
The firm is recognised for its M&A practice and is actively advising on routine and landmark transactions in Ukraine.
Highlights
In M&A, the firm has advised Qvantel on the Ukrainian aspects of its acquisition of part of Ericsson’s business and the related strategic services agreement with VEON. The mandate included corporate structuring, regulatory and employment matters, the transfer of more than 100 employees, and support for Qvantel’s expanded role in delivering telecommunications services to operators serving over 130 million customers.
In project development, the firm advised Notus Energy on the development of the 120MW Libental wind farm in Ukraine, forming the first phase of a planned 300MW renewable energy project in the Odesa region. The firm provides comprehensive legal support across project development, construction, regulatory compliance, commercial contracting and financing workstreams, supporting one of Ukraine’s most significant wind energy developments.
Testimonials 2026
“They perform services within the deadlines, very precise and diligent. Two valuable syndicated credit agreements have been successfully restructured. The prices are very competitive to compare with the other service-providers, and the quality is high.” – Financial restructuring
“They are very experienced and solution-oriented. For example, when we have a blocking point in the negotiations, they are good in proposing various solutions which helps to achieve the positive result. This is also possible because they have an extensive experience in structuring of similar M&A transactions.” – M&A
“They have a strong and well-organized team with good professional background and experience. Moreover, they are physically present in Ukraine (unlike some other lawyers) which is important for us when we chose a legal advisor.” – M&A
“All the process of merger process are clear and quick, all refers to the local legislation.” – M&A
“They have a great experienced team. Also, they are very transparent regarding the fees and invoicing.” – M&A
“When working with INTEGRITES, we always appreciate their quality, speed, and attention to detail. They make the process smooth and efficient, and we feel confident in the outcome when working with them.” – M&A
“Client oriented advice, time efficiency, ability to manage assignments proactively under stress.” – M&A
“In this firm we found a profoundly knowledgeable legal advisor. They show not only high professional expertise but also human touch, responsiveness, commitment to go extra mile. They are a perfect match for a client from another jurisdiction seeking outstanding value for money.” – Project development
“Goes deep into the details, defend interest of the client, level of communication and professionalism is high.” - Igor Krasovskiy
“I have been working with Illya Tkachuk on several deals over the past three years, and I can confidently say he is one of the most reliable and insightful attorneys I’ve encountered. Illya brings a strategic mindset to every deal, with a deep understanding of contract negotiation and risk management. His ability to distil complex legal issues into clear, actionable advice has been invaluable to our executive team. He is not only a sharp legal thinker but also a trusted advisor who genuinely understands the dynamics of our business.” - Illya Tkachuk
“He is very experienced in M&A transactions, and he has a good team behind him. I highly appreciate his advice and solution-oriented approach, especially in complicated deal structures.”
“He is an experienced lawyer with a great team behind him.”
“Great client management, solid legal expertise.”
“Illya is an expert in his sphere.”
Tetiana Storozhuk
“Tetiana showed strong project management skills, deep knowledge of real estate and privatisation, and a practical approach to identifying and reducing legal risks. Thanks to her leadership, the project moved forward smoothly and on time.”
“Tetiana is an excellent trouble shooter, great at explaining complicated things in an easy manner. Outgoing and very smart, pleasure to work with.”
2024
“Highest level of knowledge, service and always applicable for business solutions.” – Asset finance
“Integrites is a goal-oriented and highly skilled company.” – Banking and finance
“Knowledge of Ukrainian laws and ability to understand and document cross-border transactions.” – Investment funds
“They have high standards in terms of the quality of work which is important for us. They have a strong and rather large M&A team which makes them a good partner for a seria of transactions in a row.” – M&A
“They have a complex approach as they can cover most if not all legal aspects. We started with the acquisition, but then tax and regulatory matters arise and Integrites have expertise needed to solve them. They have large experience in our business area so I do not need to explain them peculiarities of our business.” – M&A
“They have a large, experienced team which is physically present in Ukraine and so we understand that they can cover all aspects in case of need.” – M&A
“Oleksiy Feliv, managing partner, has an extensive experience in developing reneable projects. Supported by his team, Integrites' advice - is always most practical and cost effective to make project possible.” – Project development
“Integrites consistently provides top-notch legal services with a focus on timeliness and a business-oriented approach. The firm's lawyers are distinguished by their in-depth understanding of the market, attention to detail, and ability to offer customised solutions.” – Project development
“We are happy to have found such a reliable firm. We make our first steps in Ukraine, and their market connection and full understanding of the local peculiarities are pivotal for the success, with no excessive effort on our end. Integrites are genuine experts in all things construction. Lawyers are well-positioned professionals, resourceful and smart. We would entrust them to resolve any legal challenge, in project development or beyond, and would never doubt their competence and grasp of our business.” – Project development
“We value Integrites for their extensive experience in construction, real estate, and commercial leasing. Few lawyers in the market possess such in-depth knowledge of the nuances of commercial real estate. Their professionalism, confidence, and punctuality consistently impress us.” – Project development
Illya Tkachuk
“Illya has a strong knowledge of legal aspects and has great negotiations skills. He is well aware of the peculiarities of our business and I can be sure that he is not missing anything.”
“He is prominent lawyer with great negotiations skills. I also like the way he manages the projects, which is important when you have several projects at the same time.”
“He is a brilliant lawyer with the strategic set of mind. Also, he has the sound knowledge of our business peculiarities which makes him a business advisor rather and a simple lawyer.”
“Thanks to his great experience Illya has a helicopter view on big projects which often helps to anticipate and overcome problems.”
Oleksiy Feliv
“Overall project management, client relations, deep professional knowledge of the business.”
Tetiana Storozhuk
“Tetiana Storozhuk has excellent knowledge and practical experience, particularly in commercial leasing and construction, which sets her apart among real estate lawyers.”
“Tetiana proves to be a confident and focused project lead. Amicable and easy to deal with, excellent in achieving result in negotiations of any level of complexity. she is also outstandingly knowledgeable in architectural conservation and requirements to construction.”
“Tatiana has excellent knowledge of commercial real estate nuances and trends. Her strong skills in legal strategy and negotiation build great trust in her as a specialist.”
Kasyanenko and Partners is a corporate law firm with an office in Kyiv, Ukraine.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm offers legal services in all areas of corporate law and project development.
Client feedback: 31st edition (2020/2021)
Asset finance
"Did everything quickly, quality, without involving us."
Bank lending : Borrower side
"It was a very well-coordinated work. A real team worked on our case, we did not have any problems or delays at all. Every month we received a report on the work done every day."
Bank lending : Borrower side
"We were very surprised by the visible track record of this company. No company on the Ukrainian market has so many victories, cases won in court, positive dynamics of negotiations."
Banking and finance
"This company was recommended to us. They have a lot of experience and many positive decisions in relation to their clients. They know the banking system inside and out."
Investment funds
"Search and analysis of national and foreign projects for joint investment with minimal risks; using the existing framework of investment projects and assistance to the Ukrainian investors in search of foreign investors; analysis of demand for goods in a particular investment industry; preparation and legal support for investment projects - business sales, investment proposals, preparation of business plans; legal support and assistance in organising meetings with foreign investors; legal advice on opening your own business in Ukraine; assistance in registering a company, foreign investments, and selecting a tax system; legal support of a turnkey company; legal support for business meetings, consultations, forums and conferences."
Restructuring
"We have achieved the result in the form of writing off part of the debt. And this is a great deal. The work of the company is highly appreciated by the legal department. We continue to receive consulting services from the company and are very pleased with the cooperation."
Established in 2016, the Kinstellar office in Kyiv, Ukraine offers a full range of legal services, provided by 60 lawyers. It is part of the international law firm Kinstellar which established its first office in Prague, Check Republic in 1992 and today it has offices across Central and Eastern Europe, as well as in Turkey.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm is active in banking and finance, corporate and M&A and project development.
In banking and finance the firm advises the lending side and the borrowing side on direct financing, project financing and acquisition financing.
In corporate and M&A it advises sellers and buyers on acquisitions and sales in energy, IT, telecommunications and pharmacy.
In project development it advises clients on projects and concessions in transport and energy.
Key clients
Among its clients are Naftogaz of Ukraine, Marriott International, Duferco, Deutsche Investitions und Entwicklungsgesellschaft, EBRD, State Property Fund of Ukraine, World Bank Group, IFC, QTerminals, Vesco Private Joint Stock Company, Abt Britain, ADM International, Amway, Alvogen, Bosal Nederland, British Embassy Kyiv, CET Central Energy Trade, Ciklum, City Storage Systems, CMEC, Dunapak, DXC Technology, EBRD, Ezpada, GIZ, Google, GTT Communications, State Property Fund of Ukraine, SESS Solar, Duferco, Vesco, QTerminals and Mitsubishi Corporation.
Client Feedback: 31st edition (2020/2021)
Project development
"Speaking about Kinstellar, that's the case when I chose to keep the counsel even after moving to another workplace. The firm has always had a reputation as an efficient, professional and business-focused legal adviser. I would mark out strong expertise, excellent quality, high responsiveness and business focus - these are the main features that make the firm stand out in the market. I've heard and seen them quite a lot in a recent year, and they are definitely worth a high grade from IFLR1000! Speaking about individual firm's representatives, I would mark out Iryna Nikolayevska, head of the corporate/M&A team, a highly professional lawyer having solid experience in the field, deep understanding of the market and business processes, always offering business-focused solutions. "
Restructuring : Corporate
"DLA Piper Ukraine is a trusted partner in a difficult and complicated financial and legal environment, namely Ukraine. They are highly professional and have an excellent knowledge of the Ukrainian legal framework and infrastructure. They have been successful in all projects, despite the obstacles and complications encountered. "
KPMG opened its office in Ukraine in 1992 in Kyiv. KPMG is a global firm that operates in 147 countries, and it employs 219,000 people.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm advises sellers and buyers on acquisitions and sellers in various industries, including industrial manufacturing and IT.
Law Offices of OMP is a Ukrainian law firm founded in 2007 with an office in Kyiv, Ukraine. It comprises of 50 lawyers.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm advises investors on securities, corporate governance and regulation, taxation tax audit, intellectual property and dispute resolutions.
LCF Law Group was founded in 2009, today in its office in Kyiv work eight partners, two counsels and four lawyers. The firm is experienced across all areas of corporate law with a particular emphasis on corporate structure work, debt restructuring and recovery, and insolvency work.
Highlights
A notable example of the firm’s work includes advising AVK, a leading confectionery producer in Ukraine, in bankruptcy proceedings in connection with the loss of two of the clients largest plants in Donetsk and Luhansk as a result of Russian occupation.
In M&A, another notable example of the firm’s recent activity during the research cycle includes advising the owners of Wind Park West-R on the sale of a wind farm with a capacity of about 200 MW to an international developer.
Key clients
Testimonials
2024
“High level professionalism, very deep expertise (bankruptcy/insolvency/dispute resolution), super dedicated lawyers.” – Insolvency
Olena Volianska
“Unique expertise in complicated insolvency matters.”
Legrant is a boutique law firm headquartered in Odessa. The firm is led by managing partner Tatyana Titarenko.
Focuses / Specialisms
The firm is recognized for its focus on project development with particular specialised expertise in maritime and international trade law.
Moris Group established its office in Kyiv, Ukraine in 2004. Today it comprises 36 lawyers.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm focuses on banking and finance, corporate and M&A, investment and business support, data privacy and cybersecurity, real estate, financial restructuring and capital markets.
Nobles is a full-service corporate law firm. It was established in 2007 in Kyiv, where today it employs a team of 25 professionals.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm is experienced in corporate and M&A cross-border transactions where it advises local and foreign clients. Its main focus in its work is acquisitions, sales and joint ventures.
It is also active in banking and finance, working on debt-restructurings and financings.
In restructuring and insolvency it advises buyers and sellers on corporate reorganizations.
It assists clients on transactions in various industries.
Pavlenko Legal Group is a Ukrainian law firm which established its office in Kyiv in 2008.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm is experienced in litigation cases in the area of banking and finance. In corporate and M&A it advises sellers and buyers on sales, acquisitions and various corporate matters in various sectors, including telecommunications, agriculture, pharmaceuticals and IT.
Peterka & Partners has established its office in Kyiv, Ukraine. It is part of the international law firm Peterka & Partners. The first office of the firm was established in 2000 in Prague, Czech Republic and today it has offices in Bulgaria, Hungary, Poland, Romania and Slovakia.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm has experience in advising borrowers and lenders on obtaining financing and debt-equity swaps.
PwC Legal established its first office in Kyiv, Ukraine in 1993. Today, it also has offices in Lviv and Dnipro. The firm is a member of the PwC network of firms in 156 countries, with more than 295,000 people.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm is experienced in advising domestic and international companies on corporate restructurings, corporate governance, financial restructurings, preparations of companies for sale, and tax advice.
Key clients
Among its clients are Procter & Gamble Ukraine, Aon Risk Services EMEA, Multi Corporation, DevSoft, Lemtrans, Lesaffre Ukraine, Winner Leasing, Nestlé Ukraine, Nova Poshta, Porsche Ukraine, Gate Gourmet Switzerland and Eurochim Service.
Redcliffe Partners is a full-service firm, established in Kyiv in 2015 by a team from Clifford Chance’s former local office.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm is experienced in cross-border deals in all areas of financial and corporate law and it advises on Ukrainian as well as on English law matters.
In banking and finance it advises foreign banks and institutional investors mainly on project financing, debt restructurings and new money lending.
In corporate and M&A it advises mainly foreign investors on acquisitions, sales, joint ventures and various corporate matters.
In project development it has a track record of advising contractors and developers on contracts and project implementations.
In restructuring and insolvency it is more active in restructuring and advising performing businesses.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm is active in all areas of corporate law.
In banking and finance the firm advises lenders on direct-financing, financing recovery and project financing transactions.
Its capital markets practice includes assisting joint-lead managers and bookrunners, advising bond holders, and drafting international capital markets and structured finance legislation.
Its corporate and M&A practice includes assisting companies with fund-raising matters, such as business restructurings and share capital increases, acquisitions of assets and shares, and other corporate matters.
Its restructuring and insolvency practice consists of advising mostly the financing side on transactions such as financing recovery and buy-backs.
Founded in 2008, Selepey Volkovetsky & Partners is a Ukrainian law firm known for its restructuring and insolvency practice of revitalising distressed assets. Its office is located in Kyiv, Ukraine.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm is specialised in the restructuring and insolvency area, where it assists mainly distressed companies and private figures on debt and corporate restructurings, disputes, protection from hostile acquisitions, bankruptcies and insolvency proceedings.
Shkrebets & Partners is a Ukrainian law firm which established its office in Kyiv, Ukraine in 2002. Its team consists of more than 20 lawyers. The firm opened an office in Kramatorsk in 2020.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm is active in project development and dispute resolution. Its clients are mainly domestic companies and public figures.
Key clients
Among its clients are Kharkiv Heat Power Plant-5 and Kharkiv City Council.
Syrota Dzis Melnyk & Partners is a full-service law firm established in 2008. It employs 32 lawyers, including four partners in the Kyiv office and 40 off-counsels across all regions of Ukraine.
Highlights
In restructuring and insolvency work, the firm advised on the restructuring of a Ukrainian agricultural distributor on its debt obligation to avoid insolvency or bankruptcy. In the context of Russia’s aggression in Ukraine and the damage caused to the nations agrifood sector, this deal is particularly impactful on the clients development.
Another notable deal during the research cycle includes advising a group of private investors on a financial fund structure to attract foreign investment into key sectors in Ukraine such as agriculture, infrastructure and real estate.
Testimonials
“For the agreed retainer of reasonable price, we get access to high quality legal experts in different fields, so for us it's an ideal choice for outsourced since our legal needs vary and we get all of them covered by our external legal advisor.” – Banking & Finance
“They are quite experienced, result oriented and client-friendly.” – M&A
“Great experienced team, a good price.” – M&A
“The entire Syrota Dzis Melnyk & Partners team is fast, helpful and courteous. The service provided by Syrota Dzis Melnyk & Partners is, above all, professionalism at the highest level.” – Project development
Dmytro Syrota
“Is highly professional in his areas of expertise and is always available for quick reaction/acts as extended part and in the best interests of our company and as true business partner to us.”
“Dmytro is good at managing the project and the team. Besides, he is very experienced.”
“He has a fantastic understanding of the legal needs of a global company like ours, is able to adapt and helps to navigate the provisions of Ukrainian law.”
Dzis Serhiy
“Serhiy is well experienced in corporate.”
Sytnyk & Partners established its office in Kyiv, Ukraine in 2006.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm is active in corporate and M&A.
TCM Group established its office in Kyiv, Ukraine in 2014. It is part of the international TCM Group which comprises 35 offices and 110 agencies, practicing law in 145 countries.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm is specialised in restructuring and insolvency. It advises companies on the financing side and the distressed side on debt restructurings, corporate restructurings and other insolvency matters.
Marchenko and Partners is a Ukrainian full-service law firm with an office in Kyiv.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm is active in banking and finance, capital markets and M&A.
In banking and finance it advises lenders, borrowers and creditors on direct financing, pre-export financing and debt-restructuring.
In capital markets the firm advises mostly issuers on public offerings, senior notes offerings, ATM projects and IPOs.
In corporate and M&A the firm advises buyers and sellers on sales, acquisitions and restructurings in various industries.
Highlights
The firm is experienced in advising domestic and foreign companies, institutional investors and private funds.
In banking and finance, the firm advised Arcona Property Fund on the acquisition of four Ukrainian companies and five development sites from Secure Property Development & Investment. The mandate included legal due diligence, transaction structuring, merger control, regulatory and tax advice, as well as the negotiation and implementation of the acquisition and post-completion arrangements.
In project development, the firm is advising USAID’s Economic Resilience Activity (ERA) on a range of infrastructure and development initiatives in Ukraine, providing legal support on construction, project financing, procurement and regulatory matters. The firm assisted with permitting, contractual frameworks, compliance with Ukrainian and donor requirements, and due diligence on project counterparties across multiple donor-funded projects.
Key clients
Among its clients are European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, Tchibo, Energy Standard Group, Fin.Do, and Arcona Property Fund, Green Powered Technology (USA), DAI Global – USAID Economic Resilience Activity (ERA), Bank Alliance JSC
VB Partners is a boutique law firm, specializing in litigation, which was established its office in Kyiv, Ukraine in 2005.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm is active in banking and finance, corporate and M&A and restructuring and insolvency. It advises clients in various sectors, most notably in banking.
Key clients
Among its clients are shareholders and top managers of banks such as Delta Bank Ukraine, Delta Bank Belarus, Khreshchatyk Bank, Omega Bank, Ukrsibbank. It also advises National Bank of Ukraine officials, Helios financial company, Quarter Partners, Immer Group, Vioil Industrial Group and International Clinic for Rehabilitation.
Wolf Theiss is a law firm which established its office in Kyiv, Ukraine more than 20 years ago. It is part of the global law firm Wolf Theiss, with offices in 13 countries and 340 lawyers.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm is active in all areas of corporate law. It advises mainly international companies on various regulatory and legal matters related to banking, corporate and debt restructurings, insolvency and bankruptcy, project financing.
It is particularly active in corporate and M&A, advising companies in their roles as buyers, sellers and simply organisations on share capital increases, acquisitions, corporate governance, joint ventures and market entries.
DLA Piper is a global law firm with 78 offices in 32 countries across the world. With more than 35 lawyers in Kyiv, DLA Piper assists both multinational corporations as well as major Ukrainian companies in their day-to-day business operations in Ukraine and their investments in international markets.
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Mr Oleksandr Kurdydyk
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Redcliffe Partners is an independent Ukrainian law firm created following the transformation of Clifford Chance’s Kyiv office in December 2015. Being part of a Magic Circle law firm network for over eight years, Redcliffe’s team has traditionally been instructed to advise on the most innovative finance and M&A transactions in the Ukrainian market, applying the know-how of one of the world’s oldest and strongest transactional law firms. Redcliffe Partners is a well-known legal adviser to multinational companies, investors, financial institutions and project developers operating or investing in Ukraine and the CEE.
Asters is a full-service independent national law firm that has maintained a strong presence in Ukraine since 1995. The Firm provides efficient transactional legal advice and represents clients on a broad spectrum of matters arising in the course of doing business in Ukraine. Asters combines established world-class quality, international recognition and strong local presence. Firm's attorneys keep high reputation for its expertise in a wide array of practices and regularly handle a variety of complex matters and the largest transactions for multinational corporations and major local companies.
Asters is a two time winner of Law Firm of the Year: Ukraine and the CIS (2015, 2014) award by The Lawyer, holder of Ukraine Law Firm of the Year 2014 award by Who's Who Legal, and named No. 1 law firm in Ukraine according to the 2011-2015 Top 50 Law Firms Annual National Ranking by Legal Practice Weekly. Asters is also named Law Firm of the Decade on the Legal Awards 2016 ceremony conducted by Legal Practice Weekly.
Founded in 2009, AVELLUM is a leading Ukrainian full-service law firm based in Kyiv.
The firm works with large businesses and financial institutions on the most high-profile and complex transactions. AVELLUM's expertise spans 20 practice areas and 9 industries, with particular strength in complex cross-border matters.
AVELLUM combines international best practices with first-hand knowledge of Ukraine's business environment. The firm's partners are directly involved in every transaction, combining strategic oversight with hands-on execution. The firm builds lasting relationships with clients, helping them feel secure amid uncertain economic and legal realities.
The firm has been consistently ranked among the country's top-tier firms by all major international legal directories, such as IFLR1000, Chambers & Partners, The Legal 500, International Tax Review, and others.
Learn more at avellum.com.
Founded in 1997, Ilyashev & Partners is a leading Ukrainian law firm serving as trusted local counsel in complex cross-border transactions and foreign direct investment into Ukraine. The firm is consistently engaged by international law firms, private equity sponsors, multinational corporations and financial institutions seeking sophisticated Ukrainian law support in strategic, high-value projects.
We focus on complex M&A, Ukrainian asset acquisitions, joint ventures, corporate restructurings and international financing transactions. Our team advises foreign investors at every stage of the investment cycle – from structuring market entry and conducting legal due diligence to securing regulatory approvals and closing transactions. We regularly coordinate multijurisdictional projects and integrate Ukrainian legal advice into global transaction frameworks.
The firm is particularly recognised for advising on investments in regulated and strategically sensitive sectors. We handle antitrust clearance, foreign investment considerations, sanctions and export control compliance, government interface and sector-specific regulatory regimes. By combining transactional, regulatory and disputesensitive expertise, we help clients anticipate enforcement and litigation risks at the structuring stage, enhancing deal certainty in complex environments.
With offices in Kyiv, Kharkiv and Odesa, Ilyashev & Partners brings together more than 50 highly qualified lawyers advising international investors and major Ukrainian businesses across key industries, including energy, infrastructure, agribusiness, manufacturing and technology.
Commercially focused, responsive and internationally aligned, the firm serves as a go-to Ukrainian transactional counsel for foreign investors executing complex projects in Ukraine.
IMPACTA LAW is a full-service Ukrainian law firm specialized in cross-border transactions, complex dispute resolution, and projects requiring industry expertise. In 20 years, IMPACTA LAW has supported 2,000+ clients worldwide, including Fortune 500 companies and leading financial institutions.The firm is consistently recognized by Chambers and Partners, The Legal 500, GAR100, Lexology Index. Commended as European Banking Team of the Year by The Lawyer European Awards. Since the outbreak of full-scale war in Ukraine, IMPACTA LAW provides extensive pro bono legal support to the Ukrainian military personnel and their families.
