Ante Law Firm, led by Mariia Tereshchenko, serves as a primary adviser to clients in the aviation and insurance sectors, providing strategic guidance on regulatory, transactional, and compliance matters.
Banking, finance and capital markets in Ukraine
Ante Law Firm
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EY Law
EY Law's team, under the joint leadership of Borys Lobovyk and Bogdan Malniev, provides strategic legal advisory on the creation and implementation of advanced financial instruments and regulatory compliance frameworks.
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Investment Lawyer Group
Led by Serhiy Kurinnyi and Oleksii Vynnyk, Investment Lawyer Group advises on credit, project, and acquisition financing, bridge loans, and investment-grade transactions.
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Aequo
Aequo’s banking and finance practice is recognised for its work across fintech, international bond restructurings, leasing matters, and advising on the development of new legislation. The team is led by Yulia Kyrpa, who is a principal contact for development and international financial institutions, large corporates, and a range of commercial lenders. Oleg Krainskyi brings notable expertise in capital markets, complex banking regulatory mandates, and financing transactions in the defence sector, while Dmytro Shudrenko is another key member of the group, specialising in international finance, including secured and structured work and project development.
Praxisleiter:
Yulia Kyrpa
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Oleg Krainskyi; Dmytro Shudrenko
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‘Aequo’s practice in banking and finance law is distinguished by a high level of professionalism, a deep understanding of the regulatory environment and the ability to adapt to dynamic changes in the market.‘
‚The team demonstrates a systematic approach to solving complex legal issues, particularly in projects related to supporting transactions with foreign counterparties.’
‘We turned to Yulia Kyrpa for assistance with agreements with international financial institutions concerning obtaining a loan and providing a guarantee. Thanks to her deep understanding of the specifics of such transactions and clear coordination of the process, we received high-quality and reliable legal support.‘
Kernmandanten
EBRD
IFC
KfW
Eastern Fund for Southeastern Europe
Green for Growth Fund
Naftogaz
Dragon Capital
Porsche Finance Group
Bank Gospodarstwa Krajewogo
Norfund
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- Advised Naftogaz, the national oil and gas company, on a EUR500m loan from the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development to finance emergency natural gas purchases ahead of the 2025 / 2026 heating season.
- Advising the EBRD and the National Bank of Ukraine on the factoring reform for Ukraine, and as part of the project, developed a new piece of legislation – Factoring Law – which is based on the best factoring standards enshrined in the UNIDROIT Model Factoring Law
- Acted for EBRD in connection with a EUR40m syndicated A/B loan to Kormotech Group, a leading pet food manufacturer in Ukraine.
Asters
The banking team at Asters advises both domestic and international banks, financial institutions, and corporate issuers and borrowers across a wide range of financing matters. Its offering encompasses support with banking M&A transactions, lending and restructuring mandates, and capital markets transactions, including bond issuances, IPOs, and CLNs. The practice is jointly led by Armen Khachaturyan, who focuses on debt and equity capital markets work; Iryna Pokanay, the main contact for international investors and foreign banks; and Roman Stepanenko, who handles cross-border financings for state-owned and private institutions. Kateryna Oliynyk is noted for her expertise in pre-deal due diligence across varied financing transactions.
Praxisleiter:
Armen Khachaturyan; Iryna Pokanay; Roman Stepanenko
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Kateryna Oliynyk
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‚They are accessible at senior levels, enabling direct discussion of special cases and clarity on the regulator’s position.‘
‚They are able to advocate effectively on behalf of the client, with a comprehensive understanding of the regulatory framework, including both formal requirements and unwritten practices.‘
‚The team demonstrates extensive expertise in the regulatory environment and delivers well-structured, professional guidance.‘
Kernmandanten
Black Sea Trade and Development Bank
European Bank for Reconstruction and Development
International Finance Corporation
JSC Ukrainian Railways
Irish Bank Resolution Corporation
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- Advised the International Finance Corporation on the restructuring of a USD120m loan to Nibulon, a leading Ukrainian grain exporter, to address operational challenges arising from the Russian Federation’s armed aggression against Ukraine.
- Advised Black Sea Trade and Development Bank on its up to EUR25m short-term revolving trade finance facility to Concern Galnaftogaz, a leading Ukrainian petroleum retailer company.
- Advised the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development on a EUR15m loan to Ukrainian pharmaceutical company Yuria-Pharm to support its investment plans in Ukraine and Uzbekistan, including EU Good Manufacturing Practice certification, solar panel installation, IT upgrades, and production facility expansion.
Avellum
The team at Avellum retains a strong profile in complex financing mandates, advising on sovereign funding arrangements, Eurobond restructurings, and cross-border transactions backed by institutions, including the EBRD, IFC, DFC, and EIB. The practice is led by Glib Bondar, whose expertise spans capital markets and energy and infrastructure financings. Yurii Krasnoliudskiy is recognised for his work on syndicated lending transactions, while Mariana Pylypenko is well-placed to advise on liability management exercises.
Praxisleiter:
Glib Bondar
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Yurii Krasnoliudskiy; Mariana Pylypenko
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‘One of the most experienced banking and finance teams on the market. Hard to think of any significant deal this team hasn’t been on.’
‘Glib Bondar is probably one of the most experienced lawyers in structuring complex financial deals on the market. We have been working with him for more than a decade, and the quality of delivery was always outstanding.’
‘The team is very balanced, consisting of people who have a sufficient level of competence, each with their own specialization. They are ready to perform the assigned tasks even in conditions of limited time and heavy workload. These factors do not affect the quality of the results of their work.’
Kernmandanten
The Ministry of Finance of Ukraine
The European Bank of Reconstruction and Development
ING Bank N.V.
DTEK Renewables Finance B.V.
Vodafone Ukraine
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- Advised the Ministry of Finance of Ukraine on Ukrainian law matters relating to loans provided by the EU, US, UK, Japan, and Canada under the G7 ERA mechanism, supporting approximately USD50bn in financing to be serviced through the Ukraine Loan Cooperation Mechanism using revenues from immobilised Russian sovereign assets.
- Advised the Ministry of Finance of Ukraine on the restructuring of USD20.47bn of state and state-guaranteed external debt through a joint consent solicitation and exchange of 13 series of Eurobonds into 8 new series of newly issued Ukraine Eurobonds.
- Advised Vodafone Ukraine on the consent solicitation to restructure its USD500m 6.20% loan participation notes due 2025 issued by VFU Funding PLC for the sole purpose of financing a loan to VF Ukraine.
Baker McKenzie, Kyiv Office
The banking and finance team at Baker McKenzie, Kyiv Office advises on complex mandates across agricultural and renewable energy projects, financial regulation, sector reform, and FinTech. The practice is led by Kyiv-based managing partner Serhiy Chorny, who focuses on transactions involving financial institutions and governance matters in commercial banks. Viacheslav Yakymchuk, head of the equity capital markets team, handles cross-border and capital markets transactions. Regulatory specialist Bohdan Diakovych advises on financial monitoring, local currency issues, and capital controls.
Praxisleiter:
Serhiy Chorny
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Viacheslav Yakymchuk; Bohdan Diakovych
Kernmandanten
International Finance Corporation
Black Sea Trade and Development Bank
European Investment Bank
Citibank N.A.
Citibank Ukraine
Raiffeisenbank International
Raiffeisen Bank Ukraine
Credit Agricole Indosuez
Cargill Financial Services
Mastercard
Western Union
Bayerische Landesbank
Nibulon Ltd
Aragvi Finance International DAC
DTEK Group
MHP SE
Metinvest
PJSC Obolon
Ukrzaliznytsia
Olam Agri Holdings Pte. Ltd
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- Acted as Ukrainian law counsel to the Black Sea Trade and Development Bank in connection with their loans provided to Limited Liability Company „Epicentr K“ and Renvior Trading Ltd in 2019 and 2021.
- Acted as Ukrainian law counsel to Aragvi Finance International DAC in connection with USD550m 11.125% Secured Notes due 2029.
- Represented a consortium of German banks led by Bayerische Landesbank, as Original Lender, Facility Agent, and Security Agent, in connection with a EUR180m loan facility purporting to finance the construction of the 2nd Stage of a 200 MW wind power plant in Zaporizhzha region of Ukraine, with Primorskaya-1 and Primorskaya-2 Wind Electric Plants (members of the DTEK Renewables group) as borrowers.
CMS Ukraine
The banking, finance, and capital markets team at CMS Ukraine often acts in English law-governed mandates across the region. Practice head Ihor Olekhov advises on insurance, corporate governance, reorganisations, and the financial regulatory framework for banks. Kateryna Chechulina brings strong cross-border capabilities, with a focus on trade and commodity finance, syndicated and corporate lending, and project finance. Bohdan Ilchenko specialises in debt and project finance, cross-border financing structures, and regulatory compliance. Both Chechulina and Ilchenko are English-qualified solicitors.
Praxisleiter:
Ihor Olekhov
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Kateryna Chechulina; Bohdan Ilchenko; Tatyana Dovgan; Artem Lukyanov
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‘The CMS team is exceptional. They have supported us pro bono on complex cross-border tax deduction issues, seamlessly engaging experts from different jurisdictions. What makes them unique is their ability to seamlessly involve CMS experts from different countries, ensuring that we always receive well-rounded and practical advice. Their advice is always timely, practical, and delivered with remarkable professionalism and warmth.‘
‘The team is very knowledgeable and extremely resourceful. CMS is reactive and reliable, one of the key law firms in Ukraine.’
‘Kateryna Chechulina is an excellent lawyer, praised for her pragmatism and demonstrating a great deal of skills in the financial industry.’
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IFU
Revolut
Horizon Capital and NJJ Capital
Dutch Good Growth Fund
ING
INVL Renewable Energy Fund I
Goldbeck Solar Investment
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- Advised IFU on a EUR7m subordinated debt investment in Bank Lviv to support Ukrainian SMEs in sectors like manufacturing, trade, and agribusiness.
- Supported Revolut in offering its financial services to customers in Ukraine, ensuring compliance with local regulatory requirements.
- Advised NJJ and Horizon Capital on securing USD435m in financing from the EBRD and IFC for the acquisition of Ukraine’s major telecom operators lifecell and fixed telecom and pay TV provider Datagroup-Volia, marking the largest telecom investment in Ukraine in the last decade.
Dentons
The banking and finance team at Dentons advises on the full spectrum of domestic and cross-border financing transactions, encompassing project finance, syndicated lending, and debt capital market instruments. The practice is led by Natalia Selyakova, who specialises in regulatory development and legislative alignment for innovative sectors, including fintech and digital assets. Adam Mycyk is recommended for his expertise in structuring and executing complex cross-border financing, equity, and debt investments, privatisations, and joint venture transactions.
Praxisleiter:
Natalia Selyakova
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Adam Mycyk
Kernmandanten
City Bank Ukraine
BSTDB
EBRD
Reģionālā investīciju banka
IFU
IFC
Piraeus Bank
The National Bank of Ukraine
DCH Group
Privatbank
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- Advising an international investment company on banking and finance regulatory matters, as well as complex sanctions advice related to the debt restructuring and restructuring of the business.
- Acting as local Ukrainian legal counsel to the global leading provider of financial services in connection with the full range of detailed analyses on the client’s complex products and services offered in Ukraine.
- Advising one of the largest Ukrainian business groups on banking and finance matters in connection with the restructuring of the loan under the loan agreement, as well as advising on repayment, extension, and amendments to the security documents.
Impacta Law
Led by Igor Krasovskiy, the team at Impacta Law advises on a broad spectrum of finance mandates, including mortgage securitisation structures, war-risk reinsurance arrangements, and the regulatory tailoring of decarbonisation projects. Oleh Zahnitko is noted for structuring innovative trustee solutions that enable non-banking entities, including law firms, to act as independent trustees in asset-backed corporate bond issuances. Olena Savchuk handles mandates across the financial ecosystem, regularly advising financial institutions, fintech players, and insurers on financing, regulatory, and transactional issues.
Praxisleiter:
Igor Krasovskiy
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Oleh Zahnitko; Olena Savchuk
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‘It is a very reliable and knowledgeable team with deep understanding of issues related to the development of the banking and financial sector.’
‘We appreciate their reliability and accountability.’
‘The team concentrates on a well-defined set of services or industries, giving clients access to deep expertise rather than a generalist approach.’
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NOVUS;
Cohen Circle Acquisition Corp. I
International Finance Corporation
NIBULON
Simmons & Simmons LLP
UAID Fund
Ukrainian Financial Housing Company
United States International Development Finance Corporation
Wärtsilä Corporation OU
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- Advised Ukrainian Financial Housing Company on securing up to USD3bn in bridge financing from international financial institutions to purchase mortgages from local lenders, develop Ukraine’s affordable housing market, and securitise mortgage loans through international bond issuance.
- Advised the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation on regulatory and transactional matters related to war risk insurance in Ukraine, which included guidance on regulatory authorisations, currency controls, and the Investment Initiative Agreement between the U.S. and Ukraine, as well as liaising with the National Bank of Ukraine and reviewing reinsurance agreements.
- Advised NIBULON on a complex USD500m three-stage restructuring involving DEG, EIB, EBRD, IFC, ING Bank NV (the Netherlands), Crédit Agricole CIB, and FMO (Dutch Entrepreneurial Development Bank) as creditors.
Redcliffe Partners
The banking and finance team at Redcliffe Partners is actively engaged in innovative financing structures, cross-border investments, and regulatory compliance strategies. The practice is led by managing partner Olexiy Soshenko, an expert in international finance and capital markets transactions. Andriy Nikiforov focuses on complex regulatory and technology-driven financial matters, while Olesia Mykhailenko specialises in risk-sharing projects and sanctions compliance.
Praxisleiter:
Olexiy Soshenko
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Andriy Nikiforov; Olesia Mykhailenko; Sevastian Viktoruk; Dmytro Fedoruk
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‘The team is very dedicated to its clients and always reactive. Redcliffe has been instrumental with us when closing a very significant acquisition financing in the country. Very reliable.’
‘Olexiy Soshenko is a leading partner in the country and has very deep knowledge and expertise. Sevastian Viktoruk demonstrates great talent as well.’
‘Comprehensive expertise in Ukrainian legislation and NBU regulations, which facilitates cooperation with foreign creditors.’
Kernmandanten
International Finance Corporation
European Bank for Reconstruction and Development
The US International Development Finance Corporation
British International Investment
Swedfund
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- Advised EBRD and IFC on the USD435m financing in connection with the merger of the Lifecell and Datagroup-Volia groups.
- Advising EBRD on portfolio risk sharing instruments provided to PrivatBank, ProCredit Bank, OTP Bank, OTP Leasing, Kredobank, Bank Lviv, Raiffeisen Bank, Oschadbank, UkrGasBank (16 deals in total).
- Advised DFC on the joint risk-sharing deal with IFC, providing up to USD210m risk-sharing coverage to Raiffeisen Bank Ukraine.
Sayenko Kharenko
Sayenko Kharenko’s banking and finance team is widely recognised as a market leader, providing end-to-end advisory services to international financial institutions, foreign governments, governmental agencies, export credit agencies, and investment banks. The practice is co-led by Michael Kharenko, who is acclaimed for structuring complex cross-border investments and capital mobilisation in Ukraine; Nazar Chernyavsky, specialising in private and public securities offerings, syndications, and ECA-supported financings; Anton Korobeynikov, with deep experience in sovereign and corporate finance at scale; and Igor Lozenko, who is highly sought for project and corporate financing across the energy, agriculture, mining, and metals sectors.
Praxisleiter:
Nazar Chernyavsky; Michael Kharenko; Anton Korobeynikov; Igor Lozenko
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Oles Trachuk; Olexander Olshansky; Vladyslava Mitsai; Yevgen Koval
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‘The team is very business aware, capable and experienced. They are very good at working with complex Ukrainian law matters, such as banking regulatory matters, and producing a clear and high quality legal product.’
‘Anton Korobeynikov, who is a partner of the firm, is very responsive, has a creative mind and is a pleasure to work with on a personal level. Oles Trachuk and Vladyslava Mitsai, senior associates, are very smart senior members of the team and dedicate a lot of effort to getting the work done. Yevgen Koval, as associate, is very good at analysing complicated situations and transforming it into an understandable legal analysis.’
‘Sayenko Kharenko’s capital markets and banking & finance team is the most experienced, mature and professional in the Ukrainian markets. Their knowledge and abilities are very strong across all the range of financial instruments and transactions. No other firm in the Ukrainian market has such a background and capabilities.’
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Barclays Bank
Citigroup
Danske Bank
Deutsche Bank
European Bank for Reconstruction and Development
Export and Investment Fund of Denmark
Government of Canada
J.P. Morgan
ING
International Finance Corporation
Oppenheimer
Raiffeisen Bank International
Piraeus Bank
Unicredit
UK Export Finance
British International Investment
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Arzinger
The banking and finance team at Arzinger provides full-service support to state-owned and commercial banks, covering refinancings, bilateral loans, and complex regulatory matters. The practice is led by Oleksander Plotnikov, who specialises in diverse cross-border financial instruments, capital markets transactions, and NPLs. Kyrylo Senyshyn, another key contact within the team, focuses on debt restructuring, foreign exchange regulations, and insurance-related financial issues.
Praxisleiter:
Oleksander Plotnikov
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Kyrylo Senyshyn
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‘Arzinger demonstrates good quality of legal advice and legal product.‘
‘Oleksander Plotnikov has a very direct, honest and reasonable approach to projects and clients. He is a very knowledgeable and very reliable professional to work with.’
‘They are very responsive with strong knowledge about the market trends.‘
Kernmandanten
Kredobank
BNP Paribas
Raiffeisen Bank JSC
Export and Investment Fund of Denmark
Agrofusion
United States International Development Finance Corporation
EBRD
Jyske Bank S/A
PKO Bank Polski S.A
Nordic Environment Finance Corporation
Raiffeisen Bank International AG
SID – SLOVENSKA IZVOZNA IN RAZVOJNA BANKA, d.d.
Gorenjska banka d.d.
Ukrgasbank
Privatbank
Oschadbank
Ukreximbank
Scania Credit Ukraine
Ukrainian Railways
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- Advising Agrofusion on the restructuring of its USD80m debt owed to 12 foreign and local lenders, including 3 IFIs (EBRD, EIB and IFC).
- Advising Ukreximbank on obtaining a USD100m loan from the European Investment Bank.
- Advising Ukraine’s national railway company, Ukrainian Railways (Ukrzaliznytsia), on obtaining a EUR50m loan from the European Investment Bank within the Ukraine Railway Modernization Project.
EVERLEGAL
The banking and finance team at EVERLEGAL advises major financial institutions, multinational corporations, and development organisations on domestic and cross-border financing, regulatory compliance, and project finance. The practice is jointly led by Vsevolod Volkov, specialising in financial regulation and disputes, and Andriy Olenyuk, who is focused on corporate and intragroup financing transactions.
Praxisleiter:
Vsevolod Volkov; Andriy Olenyuk
Kernmandanten
VisionFund International
VisionFund Ukraine
Global Communities
Norwegian Refugee Council
UkrSibbank
Concorde Capital
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- Acted as a legal partner for VisionFund International, a US non-profit corporation providing microloans to small businesses worldwide, which belongs to World Vision International, in a project aimed at entering the Ukrainian non-banking financial services market through its subsidiary microfinance institution, VisionFund Ukraine.
- Advised the world’s third-largest exporter of iron ore pellets on matters related to obtaining and providing repayable financial assistance for the purpose of depositing funds to secure bail in criminal proceedings.
- Advised a financial company incorporated in Canada on the procedure of registration of an international payment system and its members in Ukraine.
Ilyashev & Partners
Ilyashev & Partners’ banking and finance team advises financial institutions and online payment sector clients on cross-border transactions, corporate governance, cryptocurrency operations, and licensing compliance. The practice is led by managing partner Mikhail Ilyashev, who routinely handles debt recovery, sales of unfinished property shares, and complex insurance mandates, while co-founder Roman Marchenko specialises in insolvency, financial restructuring, and distressed asset management.
Praxisleiter:
Mikhail Ilyashev
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Roman Marchenko
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‘I have been working with Ilyashev & Partners for many years, and what makes them truly special is the personal trust I have in the team and in Mikhail Ilyashev himself. Whenever I turn to them, I know that my problems will be taken seriously but also solved with the most satisfactory possible result.’
‘Roman Marchenko is the person I turn to when the situation looks complicated or even impossible. He has an exceptional ability to generate ideas and come up with solutions that others simply don’t see.‘
‘This is not just a group of excellent lawyers – it is a team of people who are always there for their clients, approachable, and easy to communicate with. They explain complicated legal issues in simple terms, so even someone like me, who is not a lawyer, can clearly understand the situation and options.’
Kernmandanten
Estonian Center for International Development
USG
PZU Ukraine
Motor (Transport) Insurance Bureau of Ukraine
Thomas Miller Speciality
BTA Bank
Marka Capital
Clearing House Bank
Volynholding
Plasmatec
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- Advised Volynholding (Nestlé Group) on its $45m production expansion project in Ukraine, covering investment structuring, construction, and regulatory compliance.
- Assisted ESTDEV with the registration of the international technical assistance projects for the construction of housing for internally displaced persons in Ukraine.
- Represented an insurance company in challenging the National Bank of Ukraine’s regulatory enforcement decision on licence revocation.
Kinstellar
Kinstellar’s banking and finance team provides expertise in asset finance, leasing, trade finance, debt capital markets, and securitisation. Illya Muchnyk heads the practice, specialising in fintech, complex cross-border M&A, and debt and equity structuring. Oleksandra Poliakova focuses on corporate lending, syndicated loans, and security arrangements, with a strong focus on the energy sector.
Praxisleiter:
Illya Muchnyk
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Oleksandra Poliakova; Mykola Lyhogliad
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‘We used Kinstellar for the first time by recommendation. We were totally satisfied with the services. The project was difficult as there were a lot of unclear legal issues related to currency issues for putting capital into Ukraine, analysing and choosing the right as legal form of entity and contractual structure, etc. The team provided hands-on, practical advice so that we have everything resolved.‘
‚Illya Muchnyk has been incredibly responsive, providing creative but workable solutions.‘
‚Mykola Lyhogliad was providing excellent service.’
Kernmandanten
European Investment Bank
Citibank
Kyivstar Private Joint Stock Company
Raiffeisen Bank International AG
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LCF Law Group
LCF Law Group’s banking and finance team is highly adept at advising on a range of mandates, including regulatory compliance, licensing, project finance, syndicated lending, debt restructuring, refinancing, and asset recovery. The practice is jointly led by Artem Stoyanov, a specialist in banking and financial services disputes with growing involvement in energy, real estate, IP, and regulatory matters; Iryna Kobets, an experienced litigator handling complex, cross-sector disputes; and Olena Volianska, who focuses on insolvency, bankruptcy, and corporate restructuring.
Praxisleiter:
Artem Stoyanov; Iryna Kobets; Olena Volianska
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‘Olena Volianska is extremely experienced in resolving very complicated cases. Combination of very deep expertise and non-stop hard work.’
Kernmandanten
AVK Group
Sense Bank
Holleman Ukraine
FUIB
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Vasil Kisil & Partners
The banking and finance team at Vasil Kisil & Partners advises on aviation and construction finance, venture capital, fintech, debt, and restructuring transactions, as well as NPLs, factoring, and infrastructure PFIs. Banking and insurance litigation also forms a key part of the team's offering. The team is led by Anna Sisetska, with Alexander Borodkin serving as a key contact for clients in the agribusiness, renewables, transport, and infrastructure industries.
Praxisleiter:
Anna Sisetska
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Alexander Borodkin
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‘Very good team – brave, persistent in the given situation, great advice, great team. Very good hands-on approach.’
‘Alexander Borodkin has very good commercial insight and is detail-oriented and timely. Effective advice is always provided. No ambiguities, directly to the point!’
‘The attorneys at Vasil Kisil & Partners are extremely knowledgeable and responsive, thriving in challenging/difficult circumstances.‘
Kernmandanten
Serendip LDA
Wind Rose Aviation Company
Overstar SRL
Fin.Do
Arcona Property Fund
Farmgate BV
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- Advising Wind Rose Aviation Company on insurance and various Ukrainian law matters in connection with the total loss insurance claim in relation to seven aircraft that have been stranded in Ukraine since the start of the Russian invasion on 24 February 2022.
- Advising Arcona Property Fund on acquiring four Ukrainian companies and five development sites in various parts of Ukraine.
- Advising Serendip LDA, an international aircraft owner and lessor, on complex insurance and other Ukrainian law matters related to a total loss insurance claim for three aircraft, purchased with intra-group financing, which have been stranded in Ukraine since the onset of the Russian invasion on 24 February 2022.
AMBER Law Company
AMBER Law Company is sought after by leading Ukrainian banks for advice on the recovery of non-performing loans and distressed assets, and the team also often acts in high-value enforcement and asset-tracing mandates. The practice is led by Semen Khanin, whose expertise spans banking, finance, AML controls, and regulatory risk management. Andriy Segal focuses on exchange control frameworks and compliance matters, while Andriy Valenko provides specialised guidance on tax structuring and contentious tax proceedings.
Praxisleiter:
Semen Khanin
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Andriy Segal, Andriy Valenko
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‘AMBER’s banking and finance practice stands out for its deep industry expertise, strategic thinking and ability to navigate Ukraine’s complex regulatory environment. The team combines legal precision with a strong understanding of banking realities, offering advice that is both technically sound and commercially effective.’
‘What truly distinguishes AMBER is the calibre of its people. Semen Khanin is a standout expert in banking regulation—strategic, precise and commercially minded. His ability to anticipate issues, communicate clearly and lead high-value matters makes him a trusted adviser to both Ukrainian and international institutions.
‘I value AMBER for its deep knowledge of financial regulation, proactive communication with regulators, strong experience in complex transactions and its strategic support during audits, investigations and disputes. Their clarity, efficiency and client-focused approach set them apart.’’
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- Advised a client on banking compliance, auditing client assets, and transactions, verifying fulfilment of tax obligations across jurisdictions, and supporting financial monitoring in line with Swiss and international standards.
- Assisted a client with an internal reorganisation of corporate assets, advising on allocation between two affiliated holdings, ensuring regulatory compliance, and preparing required disclosures.
- Supported a client with banking compliance by auditing client assets and transactions and verifying tax-residency obligations for financial monitoring.
EQUITY Law Firm
EQUITY Law Firm’s team is highly adept at advising financial institutions, creditor groups, and distressed banks, and boasts 'extensive legal knowledge' in mandates surrounding the acquisition, management, and restructuring of non-performing loans. The group is jointly led by Oleh Malinevskyi, who specialises in insolvency, arbitration, investment protection, and complex dispute resolution, and Sergiy Chuyev, a leading adviser on NPL transactions and creditor coordination. Andriy Nikitin complements the team with expertise in corporate law and M&A transactions.
Praxisleiter:
Oleh Malinevskyi; Sergiy Chuyev
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Andriy Nikitin; Andriy Ivaniv
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‘EQUITY is known for its commitment to responsibility, its considerable expertise, and its constructive approach to complex legal matters. The team combines extensive legal knowledge with a practical, solution-focused mindset, consistently delivering reliable results. Their transparent communication, strong sense of accountability, and commitment to achieving clients‘ objectives are what makes them a trusted partner that stands above many peers.’
‘Andriy Nikitin and Sergiy Chuyev are reliable and thoughtful partners who approach complex matters with a clear and practical perspective. We value his ability to focus on finding balanced solutions and giving good advice without making things more complicated than they need to be.’
‘Andriy Nikitin is a good banking legal advisor in banking matters. EQUITY’s professionalism, expertise in bankruptcy, litigation, and tax matters, and innovative approach make them an exceptional and fearless legal advisor.’
Kernmandanten
Group of companies of Azovmash
PJSC UkrInCom
Finance Company LLC
Falcon Agro Group
Corporate non-governmental pension fund of National Bank of Ukraine
Expert Invest LLC
Finance Company Helios, LLC
Helen Marlen Group
Former shareholders and members of the Management Board of PJSC BANK CAMBIO
World Agro Trade
Kirivogradskiy feed plant
Ukrkhimexport LLC
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- Advised major enterprises of the Azovmash industrial group on some of the largest and most complex bankruptcy proceedings in Ukraine.
- Advising PJSC UkrInCom, formerly PJSC UkrInBank, on a series of landmark disputes related to the bank’s wrongful insolvency and the regulator’s failure to comply with court rulings.
- Representing a financial company in a USD235m dispute involving debt recovery, enforcement of non-performing loans acquired from multiple insolvent banks, and related insolvency proceedings.
GOLAW
GOLAW’s banking and finance team provides full-spectrum advice across complex domestic and cross-border transactions. The group is jointly led by Valentyn Gvozdiy, who specialises in structured finance, project finance, and bespoke lending; Sergiy Oberkovych, who is focused on ECA-backed financings, acquisition finance, and capital markets; Kateryna Manoylenko, who routinely advises financial institutions, international investors, and corporates on commercial, tax, and debt recovery matters; and Viktoriia Bublichenko, an expert in tax, restructuring, claims, and recoveries.
Praxisleiter:
Valentyn Gvozdiy; Sergiy Oberkovych; Kateryna Manoylenko; Viktoriia Bublichenko
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Tetiana Fedorenko; Alyona Shapka
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‘The whole GOLAW team delivers fantastic work across all areas, including people management, innovations, and prompt, accurate information delivery.’
‘The entire team at GOLAW does an excellent job on all fronts. Viktoriia Bublichenko and Tetiana Fedorenko stand out for their quick, accurate, and consistently helpful responses, even on complex issues.’
‘GOLAW’s Banking, Finance, and Capital Markets team combines strong legal expertise with practical, results-oriented solutions. They excel in cross-border cases, especially between Ukraine and the EU, handling complex insolvency, enforcement, and damages recovery matters.’
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Gramatskiy&Partners
Gramatskiy&Partners’ banking and finance team routinely advises on currency control, regulatory compliance, and cross-border banking operations. The practice is jointly headed by Igor Reutov, specialising in banking compliance and anti-money laundering; Ernest Gramatskiy, who is focused on international financial regulatory frameworks and cross-border mandates; and Denys Boginich, an expert in project finance and intercompany lending structures.
Praxisleiter:
Igor Reutov; Ernest Gramatskiy; Denys Boginich
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Ihor Kasianov
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‘Gramatskiy&Partners and its Banking, Finance, and Capital Markets practice is distinguished by its deep sector expertise, pragmatic insight, and client-centered approach. What sets this team apart is their ability to blend sophisticated legal analysis with a profound understanding of the commercial realities of the financial industry.‘
‚For potential clients, it’s crucial to know that this team’s strength lies in its proactive counsel and unparalleled responsiveness. They anticipate issues before they become problems, providing a level of foresight that is rare in the market. ’
‘The professionals at Gramatskiy&Partners transcend traditional legal representation, serving as strategic advisors distinguished by their profound legal knowledge and unwavering dedication to superior client care. They prioritize developing comprehensive insights into each client’s operations, objectives, and obstacles.’
Kernmandanten
Ulma Opalubka Ukraine
MGT BLACK SEA, LLC
LLC PTS UA Services
LLC KSTT Services
LLC Software Co-Work
Danfoss TOV
UAF Marketing LLC
Playroom LLC
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Hillmont Partners LLC
Hillmont Partners LLC provides comprehensive advisory on cross-border insolvency, debt restructuring, and complex financing transactions. Valentyn Zasukha leads the team, focusing on international M&A and corporate finance. James Hart advises on asset structuring, investment protection, and cross-jurisdictional transactional and litigation matters, while Olesya Zhmak, who recently joined the practice, contributes expertise in corporate and financial advisory projects.
Praxisleiter:
Valentyn Zasukha
Weitere Kernanwälte:
James Hart; Olesya Zhmak
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‘A well-structured and organized firm with extensive knowledge of the banking and finance sector. Partners and associates are highly educated and possess strong critical thinking skills. Transparent and client-centric.’
‘James Hart is recognized for exceptional leadership and the ability to navigate complex financial matters with clarity and confidence. He combines technical expertise with outstanding negotiation skills, anticipating challenges and securing optimal outcomes.’
‘Responsive, client-focused, knowledgeable, and innovative.’
Kernmandanten
Anatolie Stati
MD Finance
Anatolie Stati
MD Finance
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- Assisted Stati, a Moldova-based client, with restructuring its debt towards Viktoriabank (Moldova), amounting to more than USD5m, over the group of the borrower and preparing all necessary security documentation across multiple jurisdictions, including Moldova, Bulgaria, and BVI.
- Advised a foreign investor on a subscription to convertible bonds issued by a Delaware company as part of a private financing round.
- Assisted a client with drafting and developing transactional documents for a structured transaction related to back-to-back assignment of rights from a Ukrainian bank through a financial company to a holding company based in the UK.
KPMG Law in Ukraine
KPMG Law in Ukraine's team routinely advises on banking and non-banking financial regulations, including payment services and compliance frameworks. The practice is co-led by Bogdan Shyshkovskyi, who focuses on currency control, insolvency, asset recovery, and debt restructuring, and Yuriy Katser, a go-to expert for corporate and commercial law, M&A, energy projects, and cross-border disputes.
Praxisleiter:
Yuriy Katser; Bogdan Shyshkovskyi
Kernmandanten
JCB International Co., Ltd.
Chemonics International Inc.
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- Advising international banks on providing regulated banking and financial services to Ukrainian customers in accordance with Ukrainian legislation.
- Supported Chemonics International Inc. with implementing the USAID Competitive Economy Program in Ukraine by advising more than 100 SMEs on various regulatory matters, including evolving currency control frameworks.
- Advised JCB International Co., Ltd. on its ongoing activity as an international payment system in Ukraine, taking into account a rapidly evolving regulatory framework governing the payment services sector.
Deloitte & Touche Ukrainian Services Company
Deloitte & Touche Ukrainian Services Company regularly advises leading Ukrainian and international banks and governmental bodies across the technology, energy, chemicals, and FMCG sectors. Dmytro Pavlenko is at the helm of the practice, specialising in banking and finance law, currency control, and securities regulation. Viktoriia Sydorenko is recognised for her expertise in tax, corporate, and commercial matters.
Praxisleiter:
Dmytro Pavlenko
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Viktoriia Sydorenko
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‘The team consistently demonstrates high standards of professionalism. They are proactive in advising us on legal matters, including timely notifications about expiring signatory rights at the bank and other critical compliance issues.‘
‚Their clear communication, responsiveness, and punctuality ensure quick resolutions.‘
‘Each individual consistently upholds the same high level of professionalism.‘
Kernmandanten
Porsche Leasing Ukraine LLC
Porsche Mobility LLC
Porsche Insurance Agency LLC
Swedfund International AB
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- Assisted Porsche Leasing Ukraine LLC with a comprehensive analysis of the new by-laws adopted by the National Bank of Ukraine for financial services providers, drafted the requests to the NBU, amended internal regulations of the client to bring them into compliance with the legislation for financial services providers and internal rules of the Porsche Holding, and covered numerous questions arisen from the daily activity of the client in line with the recently adopted regulations for financial services providers.
- Supported Porsche Insurance Agency LLC, an insurance intermediary company, with a detailed legal analysis and a step-by-step compliance roadmap regarding new legislation on insurance intermediaries.
- Assisted Swedfund International AB, a state-owned Swedish development finance institution, with a comprehensive overview of the financial market in Ukraine and analysed the regulatory framework governing banking and financial institutions.
Pavlenko Legal Group
The team at Pavlenko Legal Group advises on all aspects of banking and finance law, including bankruptcy proceedings, debt restructuring, credit agreements, and licensing matters. The team is led by Grygoriy Pavlenko, who specialises in corporate, banking, and finance litigation, with Anatoliy Melnychenko focusing on regulatory compliance and comprehensive legal due diligence.
Praxisleiter:
Grygoriy Pavlenko
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Anatoliy Melnychenko
Kernmandanten
PJSC ROSAVA
Olympex Coupe International LLC
LLC Excimer Odesa
К Invest LLC
University Ukraine
LLC METALSUKRAINE CORP LTD
Riviera Gold
Oschadbank JSC
LLC Financial Company Central Capital
AGROTEK
LLC PHARM FIN
Private investors
Commercial Bank Pivdennyi
Residential complex 4 Seasons
QUADROX
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- Advising Commercial Bank Pivdennyi on forced debt collection by court decision from the bank’s debtor, and the implementation of judicial and extrajudicial mechanisms, with a deal value of USD3.4m.
- Assisting a client with eight active legal proceedings in courts of various instances, as well as the bankruptcy procedure of PJSC Rosava, with a deal value of USD155m.
- Advising Private Investors on the forced collection of funds from the state represented by the Ministry of Finance of Ukraine in connection with non-fulfilment of obligations under Eurobonds, with a deal value of USD500m.
SDM Partners LLC
The SDM Partners LLC team advises on complex financing transactions, as well as routine regulatory and compliance matters. The practice is led by Dmytro Syrota, a recognised authority in M&A, commercial, antitrust, and corporate law. Serhiy Dzis specialises in intellectual property, while Felix Aronovich focuses on litigation across civil, commercial, and white-collar crime matters.
Praxisleiter:
Dmytro Syrota
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Serhiy Dzis; Felix Aronovich
Kernmandanten
Mars
RCU
PJSC “TAS Insurance Group”
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Wolf Theiss
Wolf Theiss’ team is regularly instructed on complex project finance mandates, covering regulatory compliance, currency control, and settlement frameworks. Headed by Oksana Volynets, a specialist in debt restructuring, non-performing loans, and insolvency, the team also advises on payment systems, including e-money and digital payment platforms.
Praxisleiter:
Oksana Volynets
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- Advising Ukrmilkinvest, the operator of the Family Dairy Farms pan-Ukraine national project, on various legal aspects as a matter of Ukrainian law in relation to cross-border and local financings, establishment, registration, and licensing as a financial institution, as well as on ongoing regulatory compliance of a credit union.
- Advising Remington on the intra-group financing arrangements, including the amendments to the existing financing, as well as new financing.