Defence of corporates and private clients at every stage of proceedings
We handle criminal matters that arise around business: tax, economic, corruption, and offences in public office. We act for owners, executives, public officials, and private clients from the first summons through to the appellate stage.
Economic and tax offences
Tax evasion, money laundering, and sham business activity. We handle complex matters at the intersection of criminal and tax law.
- articles 212, 209, 205 of the Criminal Code
- disputes with the tax authorities
- forensic financial expert examinations
Corruption cases
Defence in NABU, SAP, and SBI proceedings. We act for executives and public officials in matters involving tender procedures and public procurement.
- NABU and SAP proceedings
- public-procurement cases
- asset declarations and conflicts of interest
Offences in public office
Abuse of power, exceeding authority, and negligence in office. We defend company executives, civil servants, and medical and education professionals.
- articles 364, 365, 367 of the Criminal Code
- examinations of official authority
- assessment of economic consequences
Property crimes
Fraud, embezzlement, misappropriation of property. We act for victims and defendants in complex business conflicts.
- articles 190, 191 of the Criminal Code
- raider attacks on business
- recovery of stolen property
Investigative measures and searches
Support during searches, temporary access to property, and questioning. We are available around the clock and attend the scene of any investigative measure without delay.
- presence during a search
- challenges to the conduct of investigators
- return of seized property
Pre-trial restraint measures
Work on restraint measures — from personal recognisance through to pre-trial detention. We prepare the legal argument and pursue alternatives to custody.
- release on bail
- house arrest
- modification and lifting of restraint measures
Defence that begins from the first minute of contact with investigators
Rapid response
Within Kyiv, our team reaches the scene of a search or the investigator’s office within the hour and signs the engagement on the spot — with no procedural delay.
Procedural analysis
We review the materials, assess the risks, and formulate the defence strategy. Key decisions are agreed with the client.
Active defence
We attend investigative measures, file motions, challenge unlawful decisions, and build the evidentiary base for trial.
Trial
We conduct the case at first instance, on appeal, and in cassation. We work until the proceedings are fully closed or an acquittal is secured.
Every minute counts in a criminal case
The earlier defence counsel is engaged, the more room the client has to manoeuvre. These are the moments at which professional help makes a real difference.
First hours
Day 1–3
Months 1–6
Months 6–18
What to do if
Practical guidance for typical situations in criminal proceedings, where the first response often determines the outcome.
Investigators have arrived with a search warrant
- do not allow the search to start without counsel — you are entitled to wait
- check the court warrant on site — its particulars, validity, and scope
- record everything on video, unless the warrant prohibits it
- call us — within Kyiv, we will be on site within the hour
You have been summoned for questioning
- verify your status — witness, suspect, or accused
- status fundamentally affects your rights and obligations
- do not give statements without counsel, even as a witness
- contact us in advance — we will prepare the position and attend with you
Someone close to you has been detained
- find out the location — temporary holding, pre-trial detention centre, district
- detention the limit is seventy-two hours without a court decision
- we will obtain a visit and establish contact with the client
- in parallel we prepare a motion for an alternative restraint measure
Proceedings have been opened against your company
- verify the status of the company and its officers
- do not destroy any documents — doing so is a separate offence
- secure the originals of contracts, deeds, and correspondence
- contact us — we will design the strategy for dealings with the investigators
First consultation — in person or over a secure channel
In criminal matters, the details are discussed only on a strictly confidential basis. First contact with the client is handled by a senior partner, who remains in touch at the critical moments of the proceedings.