Challenging an AMCU decision in court
Appealing decisions and fines of the Antimonopoly Committee of Ukraine in commercial courts, suspending payment where possible and arguing the market definition, evidence and calculation of the fine.
Travel to Ukraine
Not required
Typical timeline
6–18 months
Format
Legal agreement signed remotely
Language
Updates in English
Overview
When to challenge an AMCU decision
AMCU decisions can be challenged in commercial courts within strict deadlines. Courts examine whether the AMCU proved the violation, defined the market correctly and calculated the fine lawfully. A strong appeal starts with the case file.
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The AMCU fined your company
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The market definition is wrong
03
The AMCU ignored your evidence
04
The fine is disproportionate
Your options
Routes to challenge an AMCU decision
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First instance
A claim to the commercial court to invalidate the AMCU decision.
Usually 4–9 months
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Appeal and cassation
Further review in higher courts.
Usually 6–12 months
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Suspension of payment
Requesting suspension of the fine while the court decides.
Usually 2–6 weeks
How it works
How your appeal moves forward
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Consultation
We review your situation and confirm the right route.
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Legal agreement
You sign remotely; we confirm the scope and fee in writing.
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Decision review
We analyse the decision and the case file.
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Claim
We file the claim within the deadline.
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Court
We represent you through all instances.
What we need from you
Documents from the AMCU case
- The AMCU decision
- The case file materials
- Your objections in the AMCU case
- Financial data used for the fine
Scans are enough to start. We tell you if any document needs an apostille or translation, and arrange it if you prefer.
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FAQ
What clients ask before filing
Not covered here? Ask an attorney directly during your consultation.
What are the chances of success?
Can new evidence be submitted in court?
What can courts review?
Does an appeal suspend the fine?
What is the deadline to appeal an AMCU decision?
Let's put an end to the uncertainty.
Tell us about your matter. An experienced attorney will review it and lay out your options — clearly and in English. We always see the matter through to the end.
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