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PETERKA & PARTNERS LLC
40/85 Saksahanskoho Str.
01033 Kyiv
Ukraine

Ukraine > Commercial, corporate and M&A Tier 3

Spanning CEE, PETERKA & PARTNERS LLC's pan-regional offering makes it well-placed to advise foreign clients on the establishment of operations in Ukraine. The team demonstrates particular prowess in M&A, intra-group restructurings, divestments and joint ventures. Its broad industry expertise sees the group advise a clientele of key international players from various sectors. Experienced in cross-border transactions, practice head Taras Utiralov advises Ukrainian and international clients on M&A. Anastasiia Kusherets plays an active role in the formation of business entities, as well as in corporate disputes.

Practice head(s):

Taras Utiralov

Other key lawyers:

Testimonials

‘This practice is distinguished by its thorough approach and client-focused service. The team is highly attentive and detail-oriented, ensuring every aspect of a case is carefully considered. Clients can rely on a dedicated point of contact, making communication seamless and responsive—a valuable asset in navigating complex legal matters.’

‘Anastasiia Kusherets stands out for her approachable and friendly demeanour, making clients feel comfortable and supported. Her eagerness to help and her responsiveness to every question ensure that clients feel well-informed and valued. This level of personal attention and commitment to client satisfaction truly sets her apart from competitors, creating a positive and trusting working relationship.’

Key clients

Milo Bidco

TCCM

EastCham Finland

FRP Services s.r.o.

J&T Banca

Work highlights

  • Advised Milo Bidco in connection with the acquisition of Advantio.
  • Advised FRP Services s.r.o. in connection with the establishment of a legal presence in Ukraine.
  • Advised EastCham Finland in connection with the establishment of a legal presence in Ukraine.

Ukraine > Employment Tier 3

PETERKA & PARTNERS LLC is advising both long-term and new clients on matters related to martial law in Ukraine, from mobilsation and reservation of employees from mobilisation to the relocation of employees and obtention of recognition of Ukrainian companies as critically important. Taras Utiralov heads the team, providing day-to-day support in employment matters for both national and international clients.

Practice head(s):

Taras Utiralov

Key clients

Worldwide Clinical Trials

Polpharma

EastCham Finland

Work highlights

  • Obtained recognitions as a ‘Critically important company for the functioning of the economy of Ukraine’ for Worldwide Clinical Trials.

Ukraine > Tax

PETERKA & PARTNERS LLC is noted for its cross-border network. Halyna Melnyk has taken a new position as co-leader of the practice from January 2024.

PETERKA & PARTNERS is the one truly CEE law firm that has built a pan-regional full-service practice with a uniquely fully integrated infrastructure covering the region of Central and Eastern Europe through its own branches in the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary, Poland, Ukraine, Bulgaria, Romania, Croatia, and Slovenia, with a team of more than 150 lawyers and tax advisors.

This year, we are proudly celebrating a remarkable milestone – 25 years of PETERKA & PARTNERS Group! For a quarter of a century, we have been shaping the future of CEE, and we remain as committed as ever to driving excellence and innovation across the region.

As part of our continued growth and long-term commitment to Central and Eastern Europe, we are also delighted to announce the expansion of our regional presence. At the beginning of 2025, we opened a second office in Poland, located in Rzeszów—the capital of the Subcarpathian Voivodeship in southeastern Poland, near the Polish (EU)/Ukrainian border.

PETERKA & PARTNERS is best known for its unique, client-focused service model consisting of:

  • A single delivery point for legal services throughout the entire CEE region
  • The opportunity to truly “outsource” legal services within the CEE region
  • One partner dedicated to coordinating all of the client’s activities in the entire region
  • Knowledge of the client’s business structures, corporate culture and standards shared among all offices to the client’s benefit
  • All services can be governed by a single agreement on the provision of legal services
  • A single fee structure for the entire region reflecting important regional synergies
  • Stability and a unified standard of legal services within the region
Department Name Email Telephone
Partner, Director for Ukraine Taras Utiralov [email protected]
Tax Advisor, Deputy Director for Ukraine Halyna Melnyk [email protected]
Photo Name Position Profile
Anastasiia Kusherets photo Anastasiia Kusherets Senior Associate
Halyna Melnyk KC photo Halyna Melnyk KC Tax Advisor, Deputy Director for Ukraine, Leader of Ukrainian Desk, and Tax…
Yuliia Sereda photo Yuliia Sereda Senior Associate
Taras Utiralov KC photo Taras Utiralov KC Partner, Director for Ukraine, Leader of Law of Information Technologies, and  Ukrainian…
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