Aequo continues to advise on a wide range of real estate and construction matters, with a notable focus on projects linked to Ukraine’s ongoing reconstruction. The firm assists both international and domestic investors with real estate-driven M&A, financing aspects, land and construction regulation, as well as disputes involving developers and investment groups. The team is increasingly active on mandates connected to damaged infrastructure and distressed assets, alongside work designed to facilitate foreign capital entering the Ukrainian market. Yulia Kyrpa brings a wealth of experience as head of the practice, while Yevheniia Chernetsova provides support across land, construction, regulatory and subsoil matters.
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Testimonials
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- ‘They are highly responsive, client-friendly and commercially minded. Compared to other firms, they stand out for anticipating issues and offering practical solutions.’
- ‘Yulia Kyrpa is a very experienced and client-friendly partner. She is exceptionally responsive and accessible. I treat her as one of the best in Ukraine.’
Key clients
- Dragon Capital
- European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD)
- Norfund
- Epicentr K
- BGV Group
- USAID
- Korean Infrastructure & Urban Development Corporation (KIND)
- NCH Capital
- The Korea Water Resources Corporation (K-water)
- NEQSOL Holding
- Cordiant Capital
- Concorde Capital
Work highlights
Advising Dragon Capital on the implementation of its joint Power One energy project with Negen.
Advising Norfund on its investment in the M10 Lviv Industrial Park.
Advising NEQSOL Holding on the privatisation of the United Mining and Chemical Company.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Yevheniia Chernetsova
Practice head
Yulia Kyrpa
Other key lawyers
Iurii Gorda; Yevheniia Chernetsova