Arzinger's white-collar crime practice is well-known for advising clients in cases involving fraud, financial crimes, sanctions, and tax offences. It represents both private clients and large corporations in criminal proceedings concerning embezzlement and money laundering allegations. Based in Kyiv, Kateryna Gupalo leads the team, regularly acting on cross-border cases. Gupalo is joined by Nikita Larionov, who expertly handles tax and customs disputes, and Yurii Kleban, who has experience representing clients before the NABU and the SAPO. In November 2024, Iurii Sukhov departed the firm.
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Testimonials
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- ‘I worked mainly with Kateryna Gupalo. She was extremely impressive, provided prompt, high-quality, and practical feedback, and also provided very high-quality written advice to tight deadlines. She was head and shoulders above the competition.'
- ‘Responsive team which provided high-quality and well-written legal advice, as required, and by an agreed deadline.’
- I'm very satisfied as a client with their performance, approach, and cooperation!
Key clients
- Shell
- Porsche Ukraine
Work highlights
Advised Shell Group on a high-profile litigation initiated by the Ministry of Justice of Ukraine to nationalise shares in its Ukrainian subsidiary.
Represented Porsche Ukraine, the official VW importer, in a high-profile criminal case linked to the global Dieselgate scandal.
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Practice head
Kateryna Gupalo
Other key lawyers
Nikita Larionov; Yurii Kleban