According to the results of the research by “Ukrainian Law Firms. A Handbook for Foreign Clients,”"ARMADA" Law Firm was honoured in 2 practices

On 29 July, the annual research of companies’ activities by practice areas was published in the national English-language legal handbook “Ukrainian Law Firms. A Handbook for Foreign Clients,”. “ARMADA” Law Firm was recognized in the practices of “Military Law and the Defense Industry” and “Litigation: Domestic and Cross-Border”.

“Ukrainian Law Firms. A Handbook for Foreign Clients”(ULF) is research by “Yurydychna Praktyka” publishing house, which contains a detailed analytical review of the Ukrainian legal market, analysis of law firms’ activities, monitoring of public deals and review of changes in legislation.

“ARMADA” Law Firm received distinction in the Military Law practice, led by the firm’s co-managing partner Anastasiia Luuk. Within this practice and client case support, we: provide consulting on the implementation and maintenance of military registration of employees at the enterprise; manage labour relations with mobilized employees; support the employee reservation procedures; assist in obtaining the status of a critically important enterprise for the sector; provide advice on military-transport obligations of enterprises; prepare responses to inquiries from territorial recruitment and social support centers received by enterprises. The research notes that the firm “regularly assists on issues of mobilization measures, force mobilization, military accounting and reservation of company employees”. It specifically highlights the service of obtaining the status of critically important enterprises for ensuring the functioning of the economy and livelihood of the population. The firm also conducts educational events (workshops, webinars) for business.

The research highlights “ARMADA” Law Firm’s success in litigation practice, led by the firm’s co-managing partner Illia Shevchenko. Within this practice and client case support, we: prepare thoroughly before entering into litigation; form an optimal legal position; prepare a statement of claim or defence (objections) to the claim; provide legal support during the trial; support the enforcement of court decisions. The editors note that “ARMADA” Law Firm “possesses active litigation practice, showcasing a solid client roster”. The research lists the firm’s cases in protecting the interests of businesses, including Katerynopil Elevator LLC, part of MHP, Satellite LLC (Cofco International). The firm also represents OMEGA LLC (Varus), PJSC MHP, BIG Harvest Group, BIOL Trading House LLC,” and other clients at the European Court of Human Rights in disputes against the russian federation concerning compensation for business damages caused by military actions.

Our effective and highly professional work is also recognized in the market overview in the following 4 practice areas:

• Intellectual Property
  The research provides information on the firm’s cases: “The firm acted as a legal advisor to one of the largest mobile operators of Ukraine, on intellectual property issues. It, among other things, analyzed the model of providing content services for the presence of risks; advised AFRIKA STUDIO LLC on copyright protection of the world’s largest commercial portfolio of photographs and commercial images”. Contact person: Co-managing Partner Illia Shevchenko.
• Corporate and M&A
  The research mentions a successful case of “ARMADA” Law Firm: “The firm supported an investment agreement on the acquisition by Frucom Foods Limited of a 20% stake in the authorized capital of a Ukrainian enterprise engaged in producing and processing agricultural products”. Contact person: Co-managing Partner Illia Shevchenko.
• Real Estate, Construction, Land
  The editors highlight the firm’s work in this practice: “Ukrainian law firm “ARMADA” demonstrates a transactional real estate workload, having acted on real estate due diligence and acquisition transactions, as well as lease matters”. Cases listed include: legal support in acquiring a plant in Bila Tserkva (Kyiv Region), including conducting due diligence and further support of the purchase of a complete property complex; conducting due diligence and monitoring of a long-term lease agreement of a complete property complex in Kamianets-Podilskyi. Contact person: Attorney Oksana Yelenych.
• Tax and Transfer Pricing
  The research emphasizes that “ARMADA” Law Firm is expanding its range of tax consulting and dispute resolution services. Important cases include: “The FORCE group of companies engaged the firm for advice on reporting for controlled foreign companies and tax structuring of export activities of affiliated companies…”, “The firm represented the interests of Metalsplavtechnology LLC in challenging the decision of the Regional Tax Commission classifying the client as a high-risk VAT payer”. The practice is led by Co-managing Partner Anastasiia Luuk.

“ARMADA” Law Firm is a reliable contractor supporting foreign business in Ukraine. We provide a significant number of legal services, have a large client pool, and professionally and effectively protect our clients’ interests in Ukrainian and international courts.