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Dispute Resolution Team

JULIAN KHORUNZHIY

JULIAN KHORUNZHIY

Senior Partner Julian Khorunzhiy stands out as one of Ukraine’s leading legal minds, repeatedly honored among the nation’s top 100 lawyers. His expertise spans a wide array of legal domains, including “Bankruptcy and Restructuring,” “Corporate Law and M&A,” “Litigation,” “Competition Law,” “Banking and Financial Law,” and more. Among his notable cases, Julian has navigated complex legal landscapes, including the “apartments for 1 UAH”; he has represented high-profile figures such as Mykolaiv Mayor Oleksandr Senkevych and Lviv Mayor Andriy Sadovyi. He has also championed causes like returning land in downtown Lviv for community ownership and supporting the financial revival of prominent entities like LLC “LAZ” and the “Eldorado” home appliance network. Additionally, he has represented Concord Bank in disputes with the National Bank of Ukraine, among other significant matters. Furthermore, Julian has played a pivotal role in shaping legal reforms, contributing to initiatives in judicial enforcement, bankruptcy procedures, corporate governance, and beyond. His outstanding contributions have earned him consistent recognition from both Ukrainian and international rankings as one of the foremost legal practitioners in the fields of insolvency recovery, litigation, corporate law, and M&A.  
ANNA SYDOROVYCH

ANNA SYDOROVYCH

Partner Anna Sydorovych heads the Ario Law Firm Western Ukrainian office. She is specializing in corporate law and M&A, business and tax law, as well as dispute resolution. At Ario Law Firm, Anna provides legal support in cases such as Concord Bank vs. the National Bank of Ukraine, the return of a land plot in the center of Lviv to community ownership,  compensation for damages caused by Russian aggression, and many others. Anna Sydorovych has been recognized as one of Ukraine’s leading female lawyers, according to the annual survey conducted by the “Ukrainian Women in Law” by Legal Gazette. She has also earned acclaim in national rankings for her expertise in dispute resolution practice.  
ANDRIY FYLYK

ANDRIY FYLYK

Partner Andriy Fylyk specializes in a variety of legal practices, including “Bankruptcy and Restructuring,” “Litigation,” “Construction and Real Estate,” “Banking and Financial Law,” and “Business Defense.” Andriy brings substantial expertise in defending clients against raiding attempts, asset tracing, courtroom advocacy, and managing bankruptcy proceedings, representing the interests of both debtors and creditors Among Andriy’s notable cases are the bankruptcy of LLC “Avtodom,” LLC “Belotserkovsky Dairy,” Plant State Enterprise “Ukrburshtyn,” representing the top management of bankrupt Daniel Bank and UKOOPSPILKA, restoring the solvency of the “Eldorado” household appliance network, and more. Andriy’s legal practices consistently receive accolades from leading national and international rankings, underscoring his expertise and commitment to his profession.
SERHII DERKACH

SERHII DERKACH

Partner Serhii Derkach specializes in corporate law and M&A, competition law, and dispute resolution. With 18 years of legal experience, including 6 years as an attorney, Sergiy handles a diverse range of cases, including: Providing legal support for investment attraction; Developing corporate structures and establishing consortiums; Obtaining preliminary conclusions and permits from the Antimonopoly Committee of Ukraine (including in the process of small-scale privatization of state-owned enterprises “Ukrspirt” and a single property complex grain mills); Establishing a joint venture with the participation of a foreign investor to build waste recycling plants in the Kyiv region (the project is implemented within the framework of international programs and the Ministry of Environment strategy); Conducting antimonopoly investigations and representing clients’ interests during proceedings on violations of competition law; Providing ongoing support for numerous corporate projects of one of the most famous Ukrainian breweries – “Opillya” and one of the market leaders in electronic auctions in Ukraine, UBIZ.UA; Supporting the sale of a controlling stake in PJSC “Tourist Complex “Cheremosh”; Reorganizing financial companies and coordinating significant participation acquisitions, bringing their activities in line with NBU licensing requirements; Apealing contesting auctions for the sale of special permits for subsoil use and other public procurement.
YEVHEN HRUSHOVETS

YEVHEN HRUSHOVETS

Partner Yevhen Hrushevets is a leading authority in Ukrainian law, specializing in criminal and anti-corruption law, as well as white-collar crime and business protection. He is widely acclaimed for his expertise in criminal law and has handled numerous high-profile cases that have garnered significant attention. His client list includes prominent figures such as former Georgian President Mikheil Saakashvili, Member of Parliament across four terms, Serhiy Pashynsky, and Member of Parliament of the VIII convocation, Maxim Mykytas. He also represents major automobile dealerships like “Arma Motors” and “Viking Motors,” alongside commercial banks and various businesses. In addition to his legal practice, Yevhen Hrushevets is actively engaged in pro bono work. He provides legal representation for families affected by tragedies like the 2020 Ukraine International Airlines plane crash in Iran and victims of large-scale financial scams such as the “B2B Jewelry” scheme. Furthermore, he diligently documents crimes committed by the Russian army in de-occupied territories of the Kyiv region. Since February 24, 2022, Yevhen has voluntarily joined combat missions to defend Ukraine, including participating in the liberation of Zmiiniy Island. In 2023, he was elected to the Public Anti-Corruption Council under the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine and assumed the role of its chairman. Consistently recognized by both domestic and international rankings, Yevhen Hrushevets is esteemed as one of the top legal practitioners in criminal law, business protectin, and white-collar crime.  
OLHA KOVAL

OLHA KOVAL

Counsel Olha Koval brings over a decade of legal expertise to the table, with significant courtroom experience, including serving as a session clerk. She currently specializes in criminal law, business protection, and White-Collar Crime, offering extensive guidance to clients during investigative procedures such as searches and interrogations. Additionally, Olha conducts corporate training on these matters. Within Ario Law Firm, she supports high-profile cases, representing a diverse clientele ranging from public officials and politicians to businessmen, enterprises, and financial institutions. Notable representations include advocating for the Lviv City Council in a case involving the unlawful appropriation of land in the city center, fighting for the return of Mikheil Saakashvili to Ukraine, and successfully defending the interests of a state institution director accused of property misappropriation, resulting in an acquittal for her client, among other achievements.  

Deals

  • CONCORD BANK WAS ILLEGALLY LIQUIDATED. THE ARIO LAW FIRM TEAM HAS CHALLENGED THE NBU’S DECISION IN COURT Dnipropetrovsk Circuit Administrative Court has declared the decision of the National Bank of Ukraine to liquidate and revoke the license of Concord Bank to be unlawful and has overturned it. If the appeal upholds the original court's decision, the bank's shareholders will have a clear right to seek compensation from the NBU for the damages caused by its decision. Concord Bank's interests are represented by the team of Ario Law Firm: Senior Partner Julian Khorunzhiy and lawyers Vadym Slyusar, Anton Didenko and Nadiia Hryshchenko.

  • SUPREME COURT RULING: ARIO LAW FIRM SUCCESSFULLY RESTRUCTURES $60M IN DEBT

    The Ario Law Firm team has successfully led an individual client through a debt restructuring process exceeding $60 million.

    Providing full legal support in an individual insolvency case, Ario’s lawyers secured the forgiveness of over 90% of the debt. With the restructuring plan now fully implemented, the Supreme Court has confirmed that no creditor claims remain.

    The case was handled by Ario’s legal team, including Partners Oleksii Voronko and Julian Khorunzhyi, Senior Associate Mykola Sokolov, and Associate Serhii Bukhalenkov.

  • ARIO LAW FIRM SECURES ACQUITTAL FOR STATE ENTERPRISE CEO

    The criminal law team at Ario Law Firm, led by Partner Yevhen Hrushovets and Senior Associate Olha Koval, successfully obtained an acquittal for a client accused of misappropriating a company-issued phone and tabletthrough abuse of office.

    The appeals court upheld the trial court’s verdict, reaffirming the client’s innocence. The case spanned over six years from initiation to the final appellate ruling.

  • ARIO LAW FIRM DEFENDS UKRAINIAN BANK AND ITS TOP MANAGEMENT IN DEFAMATION CASE AGAINST “ANTIKOR”

    The Ario Law Firm team, led by Senior Partner Yulian Khorunzhyi, alongside Associates Anton Didenko and Nadiia Hryshchenko, successfully defended a commercial bank and its top management in a defamation lawsuit.

    The court ruled that the information published by the “Antikor” portal was false. The domain registrant, Teka Group Foundation, was ordered to pay UAH 100,000 in moral damages.

  • ARIO LAW FIRM SUCCESSFULLY HOLDS 'STOP CORRUPTION' NGO ACCOUNTABLE IN DEFAMATION CASE INVOLVING THE PRESIDENT OF THE 'OPEN DIALOGUE' FOUNDATION

    Ario Law Firm is changing the legal landscape for defamation cases involving online platforms. For the first time in Ukraine, the firm successfully argued that not only the formal owners of websites but also those who directly control the content and operations of the site should be held accountable in such cases.

    In this instance, the Obolonsky District Court of Kyiv partially upheld the claims of Lyudmyla Kozlovska, President of the Open Dialogue Foundation, in her legal dispute with the Stop Corruption NGO. The court ruled that the information published on www.stopcor.org in 2018 was false and damaging to Kozlovska's honor, dignity, and business reputation.

    As a result, the court ordered the Stop Corruption NGO, rather than the nominal owner of the website, to pay Kozlovska 50,000 UAH in moral damages and to publish a retraction on the website within 10 days after the decision becomes legally binding.

    The case was represented by Julian Khorunzhyi, Senior Partner at Ario Law Firm.

Team Services

We’ve secured dozens of victories in the Supreme Court and the High Anti Corruption Court. We’re undeterred by the development of Supreme Court new legal positions.

Areas of Expertise

  • Corporate Litigation
  • Commercial Disputes
  • Debt Collection Litigation
  • Defense in Criminal Proceedings (White Collar Crime, Anti-corruption Cases)
  • Insolvency and Bankruptcy Litigation
  • Reputation Protection and Defamation Cases
  • Antitrust Litigation
  • Tax Disputes
  • Construction and Real Estate Litigation
  • Intellectual Property Disputes
  • Imposing Subsidiary Liability on Beneficiaries and Other Parties

Achievements

Our team is composed of top-tier, seasoned attorneys, led by partners Julian Khorunzhy, Anna Sydorovych, Yevhen Hrushovets, and Andriy Fylyk. With a deep understanding of laws and the best practices in dispute resolution, we remain up-to-date with the latest legal trends. We have a track record of successfully resolving hundreds of client disputes.

We have experience representing clients in the European Court of Human Rights and international commercial arbitrations.

Ario Law Firm’s Senior Partner, Julian Khorunzhiy, has consistently been recognized by both national and international rankings as one of Ukraine’s top lawyers in litigation practice.

Industries

  • Financial Sector
  • Manufacturing
  • Agriculture and Agribusiness
  • Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG)
  • Retail
  • Energy and Natural Resources
  • Oil Refining Industry
  • IT Sector
  • Construction and Real Estate
  • Private Clients: Members of Parliament, Government Officials, Mayors of Ukrainian Cities, etc.

Awards and Recognition

LEGAL 500

In the Dispute Resolution practice, Ario Law Firm is placed among the third tier of leading Ukrainian law firms for its performance in 2023.

LEXOLOGY INDEX

Lexology Index (formerly known as Who's Who Legal) is an international legal research platform trusted by leading companies and industry leaders around the world. This year it has recognised Julian Khorunzhiy, Senior Partner at Ario Law Firm, as one of the leading lawyers in the field of 'Commercial Litigation'.

UKRAINE’S 50 LEADING LAW FIRMS BY YURIDICHNA PRAKTYKA

Litigation
Ario Law Firm ranks among the top 10 in litigation practice, with Senior Partner Julian Khorunzhiy recognized among the top 15 lawyers in the field.

UKRAINIAN LAW FIRMS. A HANDBOOK FOR FOREIGN CLIENTS

Litigation
Ario Law Firm has been recognized as a standout firm in this field.
Senior Partner Julian Khorunzhiy is among the most distinguished lawyers in the practice.