The ‘knowledgeable, experienced and client-oriented’ team at Aequo houses a balanced contentious and non-contentious practice that spans the gamut of competition law. A leading firm in merger filings, the group is also regularly called upon for representation in antitrust investigations and advice on regulation, cartels and state aid matters. The team continues to add to its roster of national and international clients and notes a particular influx of clients from the tech sector. Leveraging her specialist knowledge of EU competition law, Mariya Nizhnik is well-placed to advise multinational clients and is particularly adept at antitrust investigations. Sergey Denisenko is an expert in merger clearance, unfair commercial practices and competition compliance, leading the firm’s consumer and retail industry group. Denis Lysenko is another key member of the practice, along with Anna Litvinova, who has experience in merger control and antitrust compliance cases.

Arzinger's dedicated team of competition experts plays an active role in sector-significant antitrust litigation cases. The practice operates on a multi-jurisdictional basis, handling merger filings and clearance, abuse of dominance and cartels, and trade disputes and investigations. It advises household names across the pharmaceuticals, tobacco, consumer goods, automotive, retail, energy, and oil and gas sectors. Timur Bondaryev has a successful track record representing clients before the Antimonopoly Committee, particularly in relation to merger control, abuse of dominance and alleged cartel cases. Advising key international players and NGOs, Lana Sinichkina is a go-to for advice on antitrust investigations, competition compliance and unfair market practices. Sergii Shkliar brings to the team extensive in-house experience in both the private sector and in the civil service. Oleksander Dyakulych is regularly called upon for representation in competition litigation.

Leading in antitrust investigations and merger cases, Asters remains at the forefront of the competition market. The team continues to expand its full-service offering, noting a recent influx in public procurement instructions and building on its expertise in the energy, transportation and automotive sectors. The practice also boasts a dedicated state aid team and is active in legislative initiatives. Igor Svechkar’s broad competition practice spans merger control, cartels, dominance and state aid, and he regularly leads the team in significant mergers in the Ukrainian market. Bringing to the team in-house experience at the Antimonopoly Committee, Oleksandr Voznyuk focuses on investigations and litigation before the Committee. Sergiy Glushchenko boasts experience in public procurement, antitrust and state aid matters, and Pavlo Verbolyuk represents an impressive range of national and international clients.

Avellum's team of ‘market-leading antitrust lawyers’ is involved in the drafting of Ukrainian competition legislation and works closely with the Antimonopoly Committee. The team is experienced in representing clients before both Ukrainian and international courts, in antitrust litigation and investigations. State aid is a particular area of expertise, along with large-scale privatisations and corporate restructurings. Mykyta Nota leads the team, with a strong background in obtaining merger clearances for both national and international acquisitions and JVs. He is a go-to representative in cross-border competition litigation. Promoted to counsel in January 2023, Anton Arkhypov advises on cartel investigations, abuse of dominance, distribution practices and merger control issues, often on a multi-jurisdictional basis.

Drawing on the firm’s global network, Baker McKenzie, Kyiv Office advises a multinational roster of both public and private companies on merger control proceedings. The team is experienced in representing clients before the Antimonopoly Committee, boasting expert knowledge of antitrust violations, infringements and abuse of dominance. It excels in the rollout of competition compliance programs, and also represents clients in compliance investigations. Practice head Oksana Simonova is an expert in competition law infringements and compliance and is regularly called upon to advise on merger control, abuse of dominance and public procurement. Focusing on merger control, Olga Mikheieva‘s practice also encompasses anti-competitive concerted actions, unfair competition practices and abuse of dominance.

CMS’ sizeable competition practice houses a dedicated team that specialises in legislation and regulations issued by the AMC. The practice is well-placed to represent clients in investigations and regulatory appeals, as well as criminal liability and damages litigation. Cartels, abuse of dominance and state aid are other areas of expertise. It boasts specialist knowledge of the infrastructure, healthcare and energy and natural resources sectors. Olga Belyakova advises an impressive roster of domestic and foreign clients and leads the CMNO office alongside Borys Danevych, who brings to the team specialist expertise in the life sciences sector. Maria Orlyk heads the CMS RRH office and is a go-to for representation in competition investigations. Nataliya Nakonechna has a strong track record obtaining clearance for various transactions, while Mykola Heletiy focuses on merger control, unfair competition and public procurement. Oleksandr Sytnyk is another name to note, alongside Diana Valyeyeva in the RRH office.

Ilyashev & Partners is a go-to for representation in unfair competition, abuse of dominance and violation of antimonopoly legislation cases. It also demonstrates particular prowess in alleged cartel cases. The team’s broad competition practice ranges from obtaining merger and concerted clearances to advice on competition aspects of commercial agreements and public procurement to state aid matters. Oleksandr Fefelov leads the team and excels in matters related to unfair competition, abuse of dominance and anti-competitive practices. He brings to the team a wealth of experience and a successful track record representing clients before the Antimonopoly Committee in disputes, violations and state aid cases. Valeriia Gudiy is regularly called upon to represent clients in courts at all levels in unfair competition appeals.

Praised for its ‘deep expertise, proactive approach, and attention to detail’, Integrites‘ competition team is active in large-scale and high-profile transactions, obtaining merger control filings and clearances on behalf of key market players for JVs, mergers and acquisitions. It remains a go-to for representation in investigations related to unfair competition issues, particularly in reference to advertising. The practice is well-placed to advise on abuse of dominance matters, as well as violations of Ukrainian antitrust law. Distinguished by his ‘his strategic mindset and keen analytical skills’, practice head Vyacheslav Korchev is renowned for solving competition disputes and handling complex competition enforcement matters. His expertise spans abuse of dominance, public procurement and concerted practices. Bringing to the team a wealth of public-sector experience, the ‘sharp and quick’ Nataliya Kovalova specialises in advising both national and multinational clients on merger control. She joined the team in March 2023 as counsel. Yevgen Blok joined the team from Aequo in December 2024.

Sayenko Kharenko's ‘leading competition law team’ is regularly called upon by both domestic and international players to advise on merger clearance and filings related to significant transactions. The practice represents multinational clients in competition investigations, as well as unfair competition and anti-competitive concerted practices cases. Vladimir Sayenko demonstrates prowess in merger control, concerted practices, abuse of dominance and unfair competition. He leads the team alongside Maksym Nazarenko, who handles antitrust aspects of domestic and multinational M&A and JVs, and ‘stand-out practitioner’ Valentyna Hvozd, who represents clients in investigations related to competition law violations. Oleksandr Nagorny advises on cartels and anticompetitive practices and unfair competition, while Julia Kuyda's broad sector expertise sees her active in obtaining clearance in various transactions. Igor Pomaz is another name to note.

Competition boutique CLACIS excels in competition investigations and litigation. It is regularly called upon for advice on infringement, due diligence and distribution and contract antitrust matters. The team operates on an international scale, advising both domestic and foreign clients across the full range of sectors, from telecoms, banking and finance to retail, agriculture, consumer products and beverages to pharmaceutical and shipping. Practice head Antonina Yaholnyk boasts a multi-jurisdictional competition practice, demonstrating particular prowess in merger control, cartel investigations, abuse of dominance and unfair competition matters. Anastasiia Zeleniuk is active in antitrust investigations and litigation.

Active in M&A, JV and combination transactions, Dentons advises key players on merger filing and clearance. The team also represents clients in contentious competition matters, with particular litigation expertise in the pharmaceutical and FMCG sectors. An expert in antimonopoly regulations in Ukraine, practice head Volodymyr Monastyrskyy boasts a diverse roster of both Ukrainian and international market players. Evgenia Prudko has an active competition practice and is experienced in conducting audits and risk assessments, as well as advising on merger clearance, unfair competition and concerted practices. Igor Svitlyk is another active member of the team.

Distinguished by its ‘exceptional speed, creativity and coordination’, Kinstellar's competition and state aid team advises on the gamut of competition law. The group regularly handles investigations and litigation and is adept at obtaining merger clearance for mergers and JVs, with a wealth of experience before the Antimonopoly Committee. Anti-competitive practices and abuse of dominance are also areas in which the team demonstrates prowess. Boasting an active cross-border practice, Olexander Martinenko advises local and multinational clients on merger control, abuse of dominance and unfair competition. He leads the team alongside Yulia Eismont, who excels in obtaining merger clearance for domestic and cross-border transactions. Olena Kuchynska advises a roster of public-sector and state-owned companies on compliance and state aid regulations.

Active in investigations by the Antimonopoly Committee, Koziakov & Partners is well-placed to advise on competition disputes, including arbitration, as well as on M&A. Mykola Podpalov is a go-to for representation in investigations held by the Antimonopoly Committee, leveraging his expertise in abuse of dominance, anti-competitive concerted actions and unfair competition. He leads the team alongside Nataliia Isakhanova, whose diverse clientele spans various sectors, from manufacturing and telecoms to agriculture and oil and gas. Andrii Pylypenko is active in competition litigation and is another name to note, alongside Mykhailo Kuznietsov.

Focusing on the life sciences sector, LA Law Firm advises clients across Ukraine, CEE and CIS on the full range of competition matters. The team advises on concerted actions, unfair competition and abuse of dominance, as well as competition compliance. It is a first port of call for pharmaceutical companies for advice on the development of vertical supply agreements and antitrust investigations. Andrii Gorbatenko leads the team and is called upon for representation in investigations by the Antimonopoly Committee, particularly in relation to distributors’ contracts and misleading advertising. He boasts specific industry expertise in the healthcare and pharmaceutical sector. Oleksandr Voznyuk also brings to the team specialist knowledge of the pharmaceutical sector, as well as the real estate industry, advising on public procurement and the development of internal policies.

Advising across the gamut of competition matters, Redcliffe Partners has a successful track record obtaining merger control and concerted practices clearances. It excels in the development of competition compliance policies, leveraging its expertise in unfair competition, misleading advertising and abuse of dominance matters. Anastasia Usova handles merger control filings, often on a multi-jurisdictional basis, as well as advising on abuse of dominance, cartel cases and distribution agreements. Usova leads the team alongside Yuriy Terentyev, who brings in-house experience at the Antimonopoly Committee. Denys Medvediev excels in obtaining clearance for M&A and JV, as well as advising on competition aspects of distribution agreements, advertising and trade marks.

Investigations into abuse of dominance and alleged cartels are a key area of focus for Vasil Kisil & Partners, and the team is also active in antitrust litigation. Merger control is another focal point for the practice, along with public procurement procedures. In addition to the retail industry, it is particularly active in regulated sectors, such as energy, pharmaceuticals and tobacco and alcohol, providing comprehensive regulatory advice. Practice head Anna Sisetska brings to the team particular expertise in projects and trade matters, advising clients across the finance, aviation, and food and beverage sectors. Yevhenii Senchenko is another name to note.

ADER HABER advises large manufacturers, brand and trade mark owners on antitrust compliance and regulations, including investigations by the Antimonopoly Committee. Practice head Denys Dutchak brings to the team particular expertise in the agro-industrial sector. He leads the group alongside Viktor Zalizniuk, who is experienced in interaction with state bodies and local governments, providing support on investment and PPP projects. Iaroslava Lahan co-leads, specialising in unfair competition and advertising law. Andrii Lozko is another name to note.

Praised for its ‘exceptional’ expertise in the aviation and pharmaceutical sectors, Ante Law Firm excels in the representation of international airlines and pharmaceutical companies in investigations. The team also demonstrates prowess in public procurement matters, appeals and competition compliance. Boasting a ‘unique edge in advising clients on the most complex cases’, practice head Andriy Guck brings to the team specialist knowledge of the aviation and pharmaceutical sectors.

EVERLEGAL is experienced in obtaining merger clearance for an impressive range of cross-border transactions. Yevheniy Deyneko leads the team, acting on behalf of clients across the oil and gas, agricultural and IT sectors. Practice co-head Andriy Olenyuk is called upon for representation against the Antimonopoly Committee. Joining the team in May 2024, Yaroslav Medvediev  advises on cartel and market investigations, abuse of dominance and unfair competition matters.

NOBLES is a go-to for advice on state aid matters, leveraging its experience handling state aid complaints. The team is also called upon to advise on competition compliance, abuse of dominance, cartels, merger clearance and unfair competition. Practice head Oleksandr Aleksyeyenko continues to expand his broad competition practice and is at the forefront of developing areas such as private antitrust litigation, including double damages claims.

Praised for its ‘high level of expertise’, SDM Partners LLC boasts expertise in commercial contracts, including distribution agreements. Dmytro Syrota leads the team, demonstrating particular prowess in both domestic and international M&A. Vladyslav Kepko is another active member of the team, alongside Oleksandra Misiats.

Practiced at carrying out antitrust due diligence and merger control assessments, Wolf Theiss is regularly called upon to prepare antitrust filings and obtain merger clearance in Ukraine. The team draws on the firm’s international network to advise on multi-jurisdictional M&A and transactions. Olga Ivlyeva boasts a roster of international clients, advising on merger control and concerted practices.