Firm Profile > Ilyashev & Partners > Kiev , Ukraine

Dispute resolution Tier 1

Ilyashev & Partners is 'certainly one of the top litigation firms and it knows the court process very well'. The 'absolutely exceptional' Roman Marchenko acted for BTA Bank in a series of cases seeking $10bn in compensation for losses. SE Antonov and ArcelorMittal are also among the firm's clients. Mikhail Ilyashev is 'very pragmatic'.

Intellectual property Tier 1

For one client, Ilyashev & Partners has 'the best IP practice in Ukraine'. Patent attorney Irina Kirichenko, who is 'client oriented', and Mikhail Ilyashev acted for Austrian company Megainpharm in a dispute against the Ministry of Health of Ukraine.

White-collar crime Tier 1

Ilyashev & Partners is 'the best legal adviser in challenging cases and one of the most resourceful and top-quality full-service law firms on the market'. 'Brilliant litigator' Roman Marchenko and leading light Mikhail Ilyashev are the key partners. Among their clients are SE Antonov and BTA Bank.

Banking, finance and capital markets Tier 2

Mikhail Ilyashev's practice at Ilyashev & Partners handles asset finance, securities, banking matters, debt collection and much more. It is 'one of the most resourceful and top-quality firms on the market' and key lawyer Oleksandr Vygovskyy 'has a deep insight into the banking sector'. SE Antonov and ProCredit Bank are among its clients.

Commercial, corporate and M&A Tier 2

Ilyashev & Partners frequently handles high-value M&A transactions and both Mikhail Ilyashev and Roman Marchenko are highly respected partners. The firm acted for BTA Bank on the creation of a new business entity in Estonia. SE Antonov and Ukrrichflot are among its clients.

Competition Tier 2

A market leader in dispute resolution, Ilyashev & Partners also has a strong track record in competition law matters for energy sector clients. Mikhail Ilyashev and Oleksandr Fefelov assisted an oil and gas exploration company with obtaining clearance for the purchase of assets in Scandinavia as part of a major restructuring.

Employment Tier 2

Ilyashev & Partners handles compliance, contracts, internal procedures and contentious matters. Mikhail Ilyashev leads a practice that counts SE Antonov and BTA Bank among its clients. For Cofco, Roman Marchenko handled labour inspections by the State Service of Ukraine.

Real estate and construction Tier 2

Ilyashev & Partners handles transactional matters and real estate disputes. Roman Marchenko advised developers Yurovo, Pakhra Fields and Bylovo on the protection of extensive land plots in Moscow. Key partner Mikhail Ilyashev is also recommended.

Tax Tier 2

Ilyashev & Partners handles tax audits, tax planning, judicial appeals and contentious matters. Litigator Roman Marchenko leads the practice. Mikhail Ilyashev acted for shipyard FSC More in a $2m dispute.

Energy Tier 3

Ilyashev & Partners provides advice of 'a high level', according to one client. The group handles projects work and dispute resolution for energy sector clients. The 'reliable and gifted' Roman Marchenko acted for Russia's largest northern oil port, Port Vitino, on its restructuring.

Private client Tier 3

The practice at Ilyashev & Partners is 'responsive and well informed' and clients appreciate the 'enthusiasm and knowledge' of Mikhail Ilyashev. Roman Marchenko leads a team that handles private wealth, contentious and non-contentious trust matters, tax and estate management. He advised the widow of MP Igor Yeremeyev on inheritance matters.

Client Testimonials

CLIENT: Chairman of the Board

COMPANY/FIRM: The largest European manufacturer of flexible packaging materials

TESTIMONIAL: The quality of the legal expertise is beyond compare. More importantly, Firm’s advice over the years has proved to be sound. 

CLIENT: Head of Legal Department

COMPANY/FIRM: The biggest manufacturer of nitrogen fertilizers in Ukraine

TESTIMONIAL: Ilyashev & Partners acts like a business partner. Firm’s management thinks outside the box, it’s a rare quality for Ukrainian market.

CLIENT: Head of Legal Department

COMPANY/FIRM: Ukrainian state-owned aircraft manufacturing company

TESTIMONIAL: Ilyashev & Partners are great technicians as it relates to the law. The firm has outstandingly dedicated and very knowledgeable team.

CLIENT: Head of Legal Department

COMPANY/FIRM: One of the largest banks of Kazakhstan

TESTIMONIAL: Ilyashev & Partners is a big law firm with lots of resources and very service-oriented stuff. They are our first choice when seeking reliable legal advice.

CLIENT: Chairman of the Board

COMPANY/FIRM: The principal maritime operator of Ukraine

TESTIMONIAL: Ilyashev & Partners has the strongest dispute resolution team of lawyers in the country. We engaged them for high-value international disputes and arbitrations.

CLIENT: Head of Legal Department

COMPANY/FIRM: The biggest Eastern European titanium dioxide producer

TESTIMONIAL: Ilyashev & Partners has excellent knowledge of our market and a very professional output, which allows them to handle extremely challenging and complex issues with impressive accuracy and expertise.