
Aequo's team of ‘trusted lawyers with fantastic expertise and very good personal qualities’ contributes to legislative and policy development, particularly in relation to the Diia City tax regime. The team has a strong background advising technology businesses, both in relation to the Diia City regime and on day-to-day employment matters. It is well-placed to advise on mobilisation and employee booking, supporting both domestic and international companies. The group houses a strong contentious practice, representing employees in disputes with senior or middle management or in relation to management fraud. Anna Babych is regularly called upon by both national and international clients for advice on employment aspects of M&A, restructurings and transfers of undertakings, with particular specialism in the IT sector. Her expertise in employment matters sees her play a key role in the development of Ukrainian policy and legislation. Mykyta Polatayko is a go-to for IT companies for support on day-to-day employment matters, as well advice on the Diia City regime. Promoted to senior associate in February 2024, Iryna Halych has a wealth of experience representing clients in labour disputes.
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Leading associates
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Iryna Halych
Practice head
Anna Babych
Other key lawyers
Mykyta Polatayko; Iryna Halych; Yevgen Levitskyi
