Well-known for its ‘strong expertise in working with investigative bodies and regulators’, the white-collar crime team at MORIS often represents public officials and international and domestic companies in matters relating to tax evasion, embezzlement, and cross-border corruption. It has strong experience handling allegations of tax evasion in the tobacco and beverage industries. Stanislav Peliuk and Tetiana Honchariuk co-lead the team; Peliuk specialises in fraud investigations, while Honchariuk has notable expertise advising clients on the cancellation of asset seizures.
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Testimonials
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- ‘I like their approach, working with them was comfortable and fast. They are good at developing different options, so I could analyze what exactly I wanted, because they had already taken all my needs into account. Good lawyers, nice people, exactly what I was looking for.’
- ‘While many lawyers focus on narrow procedural defense, Stanislav Peliuk combines uncompromising legal rigour with a broader strategic outlook. He balances toughness in dealing with investigative authorities with pragmatism in seeking outcomes that serve long-term business and personal interests. Human touch makes him feel like a true partner rather than just outside counsel.'
- ‘The team is highly skilled at handling complex matters and has strong expertise in working with investigative bodies and regulators. I especially valued their ability to act quickly, build a clear defense strategy, and anticipate the moves of opposing authorities. Their responsiveness and clarity of communication make clients feel supported in even the most high-pressure situations.'
- ‘We had the opportunity to work with Stanislav Peliuk and his team, and they proved to be outstanding lawyers, with a reliable strategy, attentive to every detail, responsive to all our needs and providing us with confidence and reassurance at every stage of our cooperation.'
- ‘We are very satisfied with our experience working with the White-Collar Crime and Business Protection practice. This is a highly professional team. We have cooperated with MORIS on other matters as well, and once again we were not mistaken in our choice. This team is just as excellent as the firm’s other practices. They inspire confidence that everything possible will be done to achieve the best result. They are serious, professional, and approach their work with great responsibility.'
- ‘I worked with Stanislav Peliuk and Bohdan Dovgan at MORIS. The first thing I noticed about Stanislav was that he always kept me informed about the work of his team members, knowing everything about every step in my case. He is an excellent manager, no less professional than a specialist. Bohdan has a deep understanding of specific legal issues. I am completely satisfied with the quality of their work.’
Key clients
- Ex-highest military command of the Armed Forces of Ukraine
- Interpipe
- Prime Logistik Group
- Bohdan Krotevych
- Karpatnaftokhim
- Tedis Ukraine
- First Private Brewery
- Viciunai Group
- Poninka Cardboard and Paper Factory
- General Horbenko Artur, the former commander of the 125th Separate Territorial defence Brigade
Work highlights
Represented the largest petrochemical complex in Ukraine in criminal proceedings on the alleged tax evasion totalling of more than USD80m.
Represented General Artur Horbenko, the former commander of the 125th Separate Territorial defence Brigade, in a high-profile criminal case concerning the defence of Kharkiv region during full-scale invasion.
Assisted the People's Deputy with a case related to the alleged embezzlement of state funds.
Practice head
Stanislav Peliuk; Tetiana Honchariuk
Other key lawyers
Bohdan Dovgan
