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Criminal Defense & ExtraditionProtecting your business from criminal risk
Defending companies, owners and executives in criminal cases related to taxes, customs, fraud and abuse of office — and reducing the risk before investigators arrive.

Travel to Ukraine
Not required in most cases
Typical timeline
Depends on the case
Format
Legal agreement signed remotely
Language
Updates in English

Overview
When a business faces criminal risk
Commercial disputes and tax claims in Ukraine sometimes turn into criminal cases. Searches, arrests of accounts and seizure of documents can stop a business. Preparation and a fast response limit the damage.
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Investigators searched your office
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Company accounts or property were arrested
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A tax or customs claim may become criminal
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Executives are summoned for questioning
Your options
Protection before and during an investigation
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Search response
Immediate support during searches and seizure of documents.
Same day
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Defence of the company and executives
Defence in criminal proceedings and recovery of seized property.
Throughout the case
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Preventive audit
Assessing risks and preparing the company and staff.
Usually 2–4 weeks
How it works
How we protect your business

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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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Risk assessment
We identify the criminal risks of your business.
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Response plan
We prepare staff and documents for investigative actions.
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Defence
We defend the company and executives in the proceedings.
What we need from you
Documents for the risk review
- Company documents relevant to the case
- Search records and court rulings
- Tax or customs audit materials
- Internal policies and contracts
Scans are enough to start. We tell you if any document needs an apostille or translation, and arrange it if you prefer.

Related services
Often handled together
FAQ
What clients ask before filing
Not covered here? Ask an attorney directly during your consultation.
Do you provide training for staff?
Yes. We prepare instructions and train staff on how to act during investigative actions.
Can a tax claim become a criminal case?
Yes, for large amounts. Resolving the tax dispute early often reduces the criminal risk.
Can a company be held criminally liable?
Ukraine applies criminal-law measures to legal entities for certain offences committed in their interests.
Can seized documents and equipment be returned?
Yes. We file motions and complaints to return property not covered by the ruling or no longer needed.
What should staff do during a search?
Not obstruct it, call the company's lawyer, ask for the court ruling and record what is seized.
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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