The white-collar crime practice at Sayenko Kharenko is well-known for representing clients in the telecoms and technology sectors in court proceedings concerning asset freezing and cyberattacks. The team is also active in the energy, oil and gas, and construction sectors, and it handles tax evasion and embezzlement cases. Sergiy Smirnov and Olga Vorozhbyt co-lead the team, with Smirnov experienced in acting on fraud and business crimes, while Vorozhbyt regularly assists clients with conducting internal investigations.
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Testimonials
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- Olga Vorozhbyt is a powerhouse in the Ukrainian legal market, with investigative expertise that is second to none. She has deep technical legal knowledge, which she deploys with extraordinary insight into how best to navigate the complex Ukrainian legal landscape. This is hugely valuable to global organizations that need to understand the nuances of operating in that market. Oleksandr Zub is a fantastic associate. He is totally on top of the details, has great insight, and delivers top-quality work. He and Olga make a brilliant team.
- ‘Stable, highly professional practice that provides the client with complete and rapid feedback.’
- ‘Sergiy Smirnov is fit for purpose, practical, the advice is concentrated on the needs of the client, deep expertise, easy to communicate with and reaches out, andstrong expertise.'
- ‘High professionalism, effectiveness of advice, ethics and high culture of communication and representation.’
- ‘Professional team with vast knowledge and expertise. The team is experienced in working with law enforcement authorities. The advice is always practical.’
Key clients
- Auchan
- Ceetrus
- Kyivstar PrJSC
- VEON
Lawyers
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Practice head
Sergiy Smirnov; Olga Vorozhbyt
Other key lawyers
Zlata Symonenko