Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘Avellum team is definitely one of the best competition law teams in Ukraine. They are exceptional in every aspect - 24/7 availability; an impeccable quality of work; a remarkable ability to successfully deliver large-scale and complex antitrust projects with global dimension. ’

  • ‘Mykyta Nota is an absolute star. He is unsurpassed in his ability to deliver results. I do not know of anyone who exceeds his knowledge of local merger control rules and procedures.’

  • ‘Despite the challenging situation on the ground, Avellum's partner Mykyta Nota and his team are highly responsive and provide very valuable advice which always considers a hands-on practical approach to potential issues under Ukrainian merger control, including complicated risk assessments. Counsel Anton Arkhypov is also extremely knowledgeable. It is a pleasure to work not only with both but also with the rest of the Avellum team. ’

  • ‘The Avellum competition team has seen exceptional growth for the last year. The experience and delivery of excellent results is unparalleled. They are now is without a doubt the best in Ukraine offering impressive capabilities both in antitrust and merger control.’

  • ‘Mykyta Nota is an excellent competition lawyer, among the very best in this field. He picks up on issues very quickly and is extremely responsive.’

Key clients

  • Interstarch Ukraine
  • Mondelēz International
  • The Saudi Agricultural and Livestock Investment Company (SALIC)
  • State Forest Resources Agency of Ukraine
  • Uber
  • British American Tobacco (BAT)
  • Siemens Energy
  • Ukrnafta
  • WOG
  • Electricité de France SA

Work highlights

  • Representing Interstarch in a landmark case against the AMC regarding alleged abuse of dominance.
  • Advised Mondelēz International on obtaining merger clearance for acquiring a confectionery business – Ricolino – from Grupo Bimbo.
  • Advising SALIC on obtaining merger clearance for the acquisition of 35.4% minority stake in and joint control over Olam Agri Holdings Pte. Ltd..

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Mykyta Nota