CMS > Kyiv, Ukraine > Firm Profile
CMS Offices
42-44 Shovkovychna St
01021 Kyiv
Ukraine
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Ukraine > Banking, finance and capital markets Tier 1
Practice head(s):
Ihor Olekhov
Testimonials
‘Fast reaction of the team and very helpful approach in tough enviroment of Russion aggression against Ukraine. In this difficult times CMS Ukraine team expressed once again very professional approach in export finance scheme. ’
‘Iryna Barlit was very engaged in this hard times for Ukraine. Event of agression from February 2022 caused many problems and unprecedent sitautions on financing of Ukraine borrowers by the polish bank. Professional and fast assistance of the CMS Ukraine was crucial for the bank to keep our loan, collaterales and relations between lender and the borrower in good shape.’
‘As our firm’s own banking & finance practice has matured, it is increasingly instructed on mid-market transactions with foreign obligors / security.’
‘The team is quick to respond with a high level of quality and is always on top of all the issues.’
‘I worked closely with Iryna Barlit. She is professional, and all transactional documents are prepared on time and without any issues. Great client service.’
‘I would like to mention Ivan Pshyk, as he is a very efficient and hardworking, creative in finding solutions to any problematic issue and has a deep expertise.’
‘Overall, the CMS Banking Team is great. Ihor Olekhov and Kateryna Chechulina are seasoned professionals with a solid track record, possessing expertise in a wide range of legal areas, and having a strong client-oriented focus.’
‘Ihor Olekhov (partner) is one of the most experienced banking and finance partners in Ukraine. He has exceptional knowledge of the banking and finance regulation. Ihor is always practical and flexible.’
Key clients
ING Bank N.V.
Bank Gospodarstwa Krajowego
Work highlights
- Advised a syndicate of banks led by ING Bank N.V. in relation to the postponement of loan payments and switch from LIBOR to a risk-free rate under the USD 450m pre-export facility for Ukraine’s Kernel Group, as well as under USD 100m pre-export facility to Ukraine’s Nibulon Group.
Ukraine > Commercial, corporate and M&A Tier 1
Practice head(s):
Maria Orlyk; Tetyana Dovgan
Testimonials
‘The team is extremely customer oriented and able to come up with relevant non standard solutions to ensure the deal Goes thru even in such a complex uncertain environment we’ve been living in the past 18mos.’
‘I had experience working with Tatiana and Olga in the past year Though we didn’t proceed with the deal to completion yet, they were open and supportive to explain best practices and best options for us in the situation of total uncertainly and fast changing regulatory environment They seem to care for our business and offer options to act using their vast expertise, even though they clearly understand that our project will not be completed for some time They are ready to invest in educating us as customer and in supporting our needs , being a true business partner.’
‘They are the place to go to in Ukraine if you want City of London quality.’
‘Tanya Dovgan is definitely the number 1 M&A partner to reach out to in Ukraine.’
‘Very focus on customer service, always available when needed.’
‘Talented lawyers, looking to protect the interests of their customers.’
Key clients
MANE Group
EBRD
TIS Group
Work highlights
- Assisted EBRD on its acquisition of 35% of the shares in the Lviv M10 industrial park project in Western Ukraine, developed by Dragon Capital.
- Assisting TIS Group with various issues relating to the creation, charitable funding and operation of the modern state-of-the-art prosthetics and rehabilitation centre “Superhumans” in Ukraine.
Ukraine > Competition Tier 1
Practice head(s):
Maria Orlyk; Olga Belyakova; Borys Danevych
Testimonials
‘Available and competent.’
Key clients
The German government
Eli Lilly and Company
Volkswagen/Umicore
Berlin-Chemie / Menarini
Hengtong/LEONI
Johnson & Johnson (including Janssen Pharmaceutica)
Takeda
Teva
FAS Energy
Work highlights
- Advising the German government in obtaining merger clearance in Ukraine leading to successful closing of the transaction on acquisition of around 99% stake in Uniper Group within the implementation of the stabilization package of the German government to overcome the energy crisis and to provide financial relief to Uniper as Germany`s largest importer of natural gas.
- Advised Berlin-Chemie, a German pharmaceutical company based in Berlin, being part of Menarini Group, on competition restrictions and compliance matters, as well as reviewing agreements with distributors and draft distribution policy.
- Advising the global leading life sciences company (part of Johnson & Johnson group of companies) on competition matters associated with its work in Ukraine, including various competition aspects of supply of innovative single source therapies.
Ukraine > Employment Tier 1
Practice head(s):
Maria Orlyk; Olga Belyakova
Work highlights
- Advised a media company on a group dismissal processes and a complex termination of the employment contract with the CEO of the Ukrainian subsidiary.
- Advised an international company on certain Ukrainian employment law matters relevant to the roll out of privacy notices and global policies to its employees and contractors in Ukraine.
Ukraine > Energy Tier 1
Practice head(s):
Maria Orlyk; Vitaliy Radchenko; Anna Pogrebna
Testimonials
‘Excellent industry knowledge, resourceful. The CMS team would prioritize our/clients’ requests and the deadlines.’
‘CMS Ukraine, Partner, Vitaliy Radchenko is an outstanding professional. He exceeded our highest expectations. He has remarkable experience and knowledge of the industry in Europe, and in particular in the region. He is very resourceful and client-centric. Not only did he professionally respond to our requests, but he would come up with further initiatives and ideas on how to improve our situation.’
Key clients
The German government
Work highlights
- Advised the German government in obtaining merger clearance in Ukraine, leading to the successful closing of the transaction on the acquisition of around 99% stake in Uniper Group within the implementation of the stabilization package of the German government to overcome the energy crisis and to provide financial relief to Uniper as Germany`s largest importer of natural gas.
Ukraine > Real estate and construction Tier 1
Practice head(s):
Natalia Kushniruk
Testimonials
‘My team has worked with the CMS Ukraine team on both real estate transactions and construction matters, and I would highly recommend them. They provide clear, succinct advice which is tailored to my requests, often coupled with useful industry insight into the domestic market. The team, which is led by Natalia Kushniruk and supported by Maksym Morozov, is very responsive, highly organised and technologically advanced. The team has been exceptionally supportive throughout a very difficult period for Ukraine, and we value CMS’ partnership very highly during these extenuating circumstances. ’
‘Natalia Kushniruk is an exceptional partner who provides comprehensive, coherent and considered legal advice. Maksym Morozov is a superb senior associate, who is extremely responsive. Maksym’s communication skills are excellent and his availability to assist us is much appreciated, whether on ongoing transactions or ad hoc queries. ’
Key clients
Blueprint Technologies Ltd
Work highlights
- Advising Blueprint Technologies Ltd on leasing an office in Kyiv, and reviewing and amending the draft sublease agreement provided by the landlord.
Ukraine > Intellectual property Tier 2
Practice head(s):
Maria Orlyk; Olga Belyakova; Borys Danevych
Key clients
Eli Lilly and Company
Johnson & Johnson (incl Janssen Pharmaceutica)
AstraZeneca
Work highlights
- Advised multiple global leading pharmaceutical companies on and representing in a massive criminal investigation of counterfeiting of and illicit trade in medicines.
- Advised a multinational technology company on license contracts and compliance verification in the CEE region.
Ukraine > Tax Tier 2
Practice head(s):
Anna Pogrebna; Ihor Olekhov
Key clients
SOS Children’s Villages
Children of Heroes
Ukraine > White-collar crime Tier 2
Practice head(s):
Maria Orlyk; Olga Shenk; Anna Pogrebna; Borys Danevych
Testimonials
‘Olga Shenk, Partner – competent, diligent, highly resilient.’
‘Professional, expertise, experience in the matter.’
‘Focused experience and expertise in criminal cases within Health-related industries.’
‘In depth analysis, collaborative approach, ability to listen and hear, intelligent solutions and advice.’
‘Intelligent, bright and brave, analytical.’
Work highlights
- Advised an NGO on highly contentious data processing, criminal related risks concerning the counterparty of the client in Ukraine and other legal matters in Ukraine.
- Represented a major CRO before the Bureau of Economic Security of Ukraine regarding allegations of tax evasion and associated speculations on the client’s current shareholding structure.
- Represented a Ukrainian subsidiary of the world’s largest offshore drilling company before the Ukrainian law enforcement authorities in respect of the official document production requests in the criminal proceedings concerning the Ukrainian contractor.
Ukraine > Dispute resolution Tier 3
Practice head(s):
Maria Orlyk; Olga Shenk; Anna Pogrebna
Testimonials
‘Result-oriented team of CMS dispute resolution practice is its outstanding asset. Transparent communication about billing is another strong point, greatly appreciated on the client’s end. ’
‘Partner Olga Shenk is a legal gem, who has been instrumental to success in an impactful case for our business, which has created a precedent in local legal practice. Jet-fast grip of matter coupled with efficient and swift communication style, Olga is able to deliver pragmatic practical client-tailored legal solutions within dispute resolution and beyond. Olga is very comfortable to communicate with, she displays a genuine interest in client’s needs and outcomes bringing added value to the matter. On a separate note, it’s a great pleasure to work with professional and strong female leaders like Olga Shenk.’
Key clients
Fresenius Medical Care Ukraine
Work highlights
- Acting for a major gas company, as the expert witness on Ukrainian law matters under the Arbitration Rules of the SCC Arbitration Institute.
- Represented an international bank in the recognition of the client’s multi-million dollar claim under a credit facility governed by German law against a major Ukrainian industrial corporation, in the bankruptcy proceedings in Ukraine.
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CMS in Kyiv can boast more than 40 domestic and internationally qualified lawyers who combine their understanding of the Ukrainian market with the requirements and expectations of global organizations and investors. Our energy, corporate M&A, banking, dispute resolution, competition and property lawyers specialize in key sectors of the Ukrainian economy, including life sciences, energy, infrastructure, agribusiness and technology. With the expertise and experience to deal with transactions and matters of all sizes, CMS handles local, national and multi-jurisdictional projects.
Main Contacts
Department | Name | Telephone | |
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Corporate and M&A, Private Equity | Graham Conlon | ||
Corporate and M&A | Maria Orlyk | ||
Corporate and M&A | Tetyana Dovgan | ||
Banking and finance, Restructuring | Ihor Olekhov | ||
Banking and finance, Restructuring | Anna Pogrebna | ||
Capital markets | Anna Pogrebna | ||
Competition/Antitrust | Olga Belyakova | ||
Antitrust and merger control | Maria Orlyk | ||
Competition/Antitrust | Borys Danevych | ||
Tax | Ihor Olekhov | ||
Tax | Anna Pogrebna | ||
Dispute resolution | Maria Orlyk | ||
Dispute resolution | Olga Shenk | ||
Dispute resolution | Oleksandr Protsiuk | ||
White-Collar Crime | Olga Shenk | ||
White-Collar Crime | Borys Danevych | ||
IP | Maria Orlyk | ||
IP | Olga Belyakova | ||
IP | Borys Danevych | ||
Employment and pensions | Maria Orlyk | ||
Employment and pensions | Olga Belyakova | ||
Employment and pensions | Oleksandra Prysiazhniuk | ||
Employment and pensions | Nataliya Nakonechna | ||
Real estate and construction | Nataliya Kushniruk | ||
Real estate and construction | Anna Pogrebna | ||
Energy and renewables | Vitaliy Radchenko | ||
Energy and renewables | Maria Orlyk | ||
Commercial | Maria Orlyk | ||
Commercial | Olga Belyakova | ||
Commercial | Anna Pogrebna | ||
Compliance | Maria Orlyk | ||
Compliance | Olga Shenk | ||
Compliance | Anna Pogrebna | ||
Infrastructure | Anna Pogrebna | ||
Infrastructure | Maria Orlyk | ||
Life science and Healthcare | Borys Danevych | ||
Telecommunication, Media and Technology | Olga Belyakova | ||
Public procurement | Maria Orlyk | ||
Public procurement | Anna Pogrebna |
Lawyer Profiles
Photo | Name | Position | Profile |
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Olga Belyakova | Partner in the Commercial practice group at CMS Cameron McKenna Nabarro Olswang… | View Profile | |
Kateryna Chechulina | Counsel in the Banking & Finance practice at CMS Cameron McKenna Nabarro… | View Profile | |
Graham Conlon | Managing Partner CMS Cameron McKenna Nabarro Olswang Ukraine, Head of Private Equity– CEE/CIS | View Profile | |
Borys Danevych | Partner, Head of Life Sciences & Healthcare practice at CMS Cameron McKenna Nabarro… | View Profile | |
Tetyana Dovgan | Partner at CMS Cameron McKenna Nabarro Olswang (Kyiv) | View Profile | |
Natalia Kushniruk | Partner, Head of Real Estae and Construction practice | View Profile | |
Ihor Olekhov | Partner, Head of Banking & Finance Practice at CMS Cameron McKenna Nabarro Olswang… | View Profile | |
Ms Maria Orlyk | Maria Orlyk is a Managing Partner of the office of CMS Reich-Rohrwig… | View Profile | |
Ms Anna Pogrebna | Local Partner with focus on the fields of tax law, banking &… | View Profile | |
Oleksandr Protsiuk | Counsel | View Profile | |
Oleksandra Prysiazhniuk | Corporate Law, Mergers & Acquisitions, Employment, Energy and Natural Resources | View Profile | |
Vitaliy Radchenko | Partner, Head of Energy & Projects at CMS Cameron McKenna Nabarro Olswang (Kyiv) | View Profile | |
Olga Shenk | Counsel, Disputes Resolution practice Coordinator | View Profile |
Staff Figures
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