When a contract in Ukraine is broken
Enforcing supply, service, lease, loan and agency contracts, defending against unfounded claims and resolving disputes with Ukrainian counterparties — by negotiation or in court.
Travel to Ukraine
Not required
Typical timeline
4–12 months
Format
Legal agreement signed remotely
Language
Updates in English
Overview
When a contract dispute needs a lawyer
Ukrainian courts read contracts strictly and expect documents to prove every step. The outcome often depends on notices, acts and correspondence prepared long before the dispute. We assess your evidence and choose the strongest route.
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A counterparty did not pay or deliver
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The other side claims you breached the contract
03
You want to terminate a contract
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The contract is governed by Ukrainian law or performed in Ukraine
Your options
Three ways to resolve a contract dispute
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Pre-trial claim
A formal claim that often resolves the dispute without court.
Usually 2–6 weeks
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Court claim
A lawsuit for payment, performance, penalties or termination.
Usually 4–12 months
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Settlement
A settlement agreement approved by the court.
From 1 month
How it works
How your contract case 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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Case assessment
We review the contract, evidence and your chances.
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Claim
We send a pre-trial claim or file the lawsuit.
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Hearings
We represent you and report after each hearing.
What we need from you
Documents that prove your position
- The contract and annexes
- Invoices, acts and delivery documents
- Payment documents
- Correspondence and notices
- Your calculation of the claim
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
Defamation disputes
Protecting honour, dignity and business reputation in Ukrainian courts.
Interim measures
Freezing assets and securing claims before or during a court case.
Appeals & cassation
Challenging decisions of Ukrainian courts on appeal and in the Supreme Court.
FAQ
What clients ask before filing
Not covered here? Ask an attorney directly during your consultation.
Can a foreign company sue in Ukraine?
What is the limitation period?
Can penalties be recovered in addition to the debt?
Is a pre-trial claim mandatory?
Which court hears a contract dispute?
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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