Distinguished by its ‘exceptional speed, creativity and coordination’, Kinstellar’s competition and state aid team advises on the gamut of competition law. The group regularly handles investigations and litigation and is adept at obtaining merger clearance for mergers and JVs, with a wealth of experience before the Antimonopoly Committee. Anti-competitive practices and abuse of dominance are also areas in which the team demonstrates prowess. Boasting an active cross-border practice, Olexander Martinenko advises local and multinational clients on merger control, abuse of dominance and unfair competition. He leads the team alongside Yulia Eismont, who excels in obtaining merger clearance for domestic and cross-border transactions. Olena Kuchynska advises a roster of public-sector and state-owned companies on compliance and state aid regulations.
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‘Kistellar's practice stands out for its exceptional speed, creativity and coordination. Compared to other firms, they leverage commitment to solve problems and enhance our M&A project deliverables. They are really efficient and exceeded our expectations.’
‘Yulia Eismont consistently demonstrates an extraordinary level of proficiency in their domain. Their deep knowledge and swift problem-solving competition law skills not only enhance the quality of our M&A projects but also significantly accelerate our timelines. She has a unique ability to navigate complex challenges effortlessly, ensuring that we stay ahead of the curve.’
Key clients
- Miele Ukraine
Work highlights
- Advised Miele Ukraine on antitrust compliance issues and conducted training for the company's staff regarding antitrust and competition compliance in Ukraine.
Lawyers
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Olexander Martinenko; Yulia Eismont
Other key lawyers
Olena Kuchynska