Chambers Europe 2026: Asters is the only firm recognised in all researched areas in Ukraine
Asters confirms leadership positions being recognised in all legal areas researched by Chambers Europe 2026 in Ukraine.
Dispute Resolution: International
The ranking highlights the firm's expertise in international arbitration that is proved by the numerous positive client feedback:
- We value Asters for its creativity, meticulous preparation, analytical strength and ability to manage complex, multi-jurisdictional disputes while considering the practical realities of our business
- The lawyers at Asters are very smart, always available and have tremendous bedside manner with in front of the client. They are exceptional to work with
- This is a fantastic department. They are very knowledgeable, very hard-working and diligent. They have an attitude towards work which is ambitious and as focused as anything I've come across
Managing Partner Oleksiy Didkovskiy is ranked Eminent Practitioner being named "a heavyweight in this market" and "one of the titans of the Ukrainian Bar". Partner Oleksandr Volkov enters the ranking for his extensive experience in complex commercial litigation and international arbitration proceedings. Client says that he "brings a thoughtful, analytical approach and asks the right questions, which often uncovers angles we had not considered".
Banking & Finance
The firm has a longstanding reputation for banking and finance advice, frequently working for international lenders on project financing deals. It handles debt restructuring, loan portfolio agreements, RCFs and general financing advice. Client mentions: "Asters has great commercial awareness. Its understanding of the Ukrainian market and policies is invaluable to international firms trying to do business in Ukraine".
Senior Partner Armen Khachaturyan is an Eminent Practitioner and "is a well-established figure in the market", Partners Iryna Pokanay "is a very smart and established lawyer" and Roman Stepanenko regularly assists with export financing as well as general lending and restructuring.
Competition/Antitrust
The team often represents clients in competition law filings for proposed mergers and joint ventures. Clients "value Asters' deep expertise in antitrust law, strategic approach to complex merger control matters, and ability to communicate effectively with regulators" and underline that "the team is highly responsive, business-oriented, and able to anticipate potential challenges, which gives us confidence in the success of our transactions".
Practice Partners Igor Svechkar and Oleksandr Voznyuk receive individual recognition in this area.
Dispute resolution: Domestic
The team's expertise is highly appreciated by the clients because it "understands what a legal case means for the client and, on a wider scale, even for the client's industry".
Individual recognition goes to Partners Gleb Bialyi who "is the lawyer you need if you face a complicated litigation" and Andriy Pozhidayev who "is a very prominent commercial partner who I continue to work with on complex matters".
Employment
The team assists with the structuring of labour relations and represents clients in M&A due diligence and contentious matters. It also advises on collective bargaining agreements, contractual issues, work authorisations, dismissals, data protection and compensation-related matters. Its expertise is proved by positive client feedback, with the most representative:
- The team at Asters stands out for the quality of the consultation, its customer orientation, its flexibility and its quick reaction time
- The lawyers at Asters answer straight to the point, with advice not only from a legal standpoint but also from a practical one
Counsel Inesa Letych is highly recommended by the ranking because she "combines both competences: hard skills as a strong lawyer and an expert in her area of legal practice, and soft skills in the form of client orientation and communication".
Corporate / M&A
The Asters team is regularly called upon to advise on local and cross-border M&A deals. The firm is also active on corporate restructuring and joint venture projects. Clients mention:
- The Asters team has deep experience and make experts available to use in all of the relevant areas
- Asters has been helpful in providing practical solutions to complex issues
Senior Partner Armen Khachaturyan is highly regarded by the ranking being named Eminent Practitioner for being "a leader with huge experience and very easy to work with". Partner Oleksiy Demyanenko "is an excellent lawyer who is very friendly, polite and provides a great level of service".
Intellectual Property
Asters' noteworthy intellectual property law practice advises on patents, copyright and trademarks. Its lawyers are active in the prosecution of IP rights and also represent multinational and regional clients in IP disputes. One of the clients mentions: "The Asters team operates with an understanding of the business realities of its clients, taking them into account when planning legal actions".
Partner Julia Semeniy "is able to adapt her approach and legal actions to the client's situation and the desired outcome. She is always available to the client to provide any explanation regarding the case".
Three firm's practices have Spotlight ranking:
Find out more about Asters in the Chambers Europe 2026 rankings here.
Asters is the largest full-service law firm in Ukraine with offices in Kyiv, Brussels, London, and Washington, D.C. The firm has access to over 125 jurisdictions through a well-developed network of partner law firms.
