Armada has a successful track record in corporate disputes, as well as international arbitration, with a particular focus on the agricultural sector. The team has seen an increased focus on securing compensation for war damages. Oleksandr Kuznietsov represents clients in disputes against the Russian Federation, with experience at the ECHR. Representing both Ukrainian and international clients, practice co-head Illia Shevchenko excels in damage recovery support.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘Oleksandr Kuznetsov, managing partner of Armada law company stands out for his unwavering dedication to achieving the best outcomes for clients. He combines deep legal expertise with exceptional communication skills, ensuring that clients are fully informed and understand each step of the process. Oleksandr is known for his strategic thinking and ability to find innovative solutions, even in the most complex situations.’

  • ‘Armada's litigation team is one of the best we have worked with. The partners at Armada approach the preparation stage of a dispute with great thoroughness, which allows them to feel very confident during the litigation phase of the process. We can highly recommend Oleksandr Kuznetsov as a top-class specialist in business litigation. He led our project related to war damage compensation through the courts, once again confirming his professionalism and deep expertise.’

  • ‘The Armada team stands out for its ability to swiftly adapt services in response to changes in legislation, ensuring that clients receive timely and relevant advice. Their strengths lie in their responsiveness and commitment to achieving results, with a deep understanding of both legal and business needs. Managing partner Oleksandr Kuznetsov is always ready to dive into the details to deliver the most effective results. His unconventional approaches to solving complex situations enable quick and high-quality solutions, providing clients with confidence in the best possible outcome for their cases.’

  • ‘In addition to their professionalism in the legal field, Armada's specialists demonstrate a deep understanding of the needs of modern business. They are proactive, quick and persistent, consistently showing these qualities in every legal case they handle. In addition to his leadership skills and ability to manage a team, Oleksandr Kuznetsov is a true expert in business dispute resolution. His ability to find common ground and communicate it to both parties has repeatedly helped us resolve conflicts with counterparties without the need to go to court.’

  • ‘We can highlight the highly skilled and well-organised teamwork of Armada's lawyers in projects that require the involvement of specialists from various fields. This is undoubtedly the best litigation team our company has ever worked with. Illia Shevchenko, head of the litigation practice, is undoubtedly among the top lawyers in Ukraine. His combination of extensive experience and a creative approach to legal proceedings makes his work in the courts truly effective.’

  • ‘The lawyers at Armada approach each case with full dedication. We would like to highlight the professional approach of the partners and the exceptional effectiveness of Armada's dispute resolution team in legal proceedings. Illia Shevchenko has extensive experience and expertise in commercial disputes. I would also like to highlight his unwavering belief in victory in each of his cases. Perhaps this is what makes Illia Shevchenko one of the best litigation lawyers in the country.’

  • ‘We highly recommend Oleksandr Kuznetsov as one of the best specialists in Ukraine in the field of business dispute resolution. Oleksandr's systematic and balanced approach to projects allows for success in the most efficient way, without unnecessary time and cost expenditures for the company.’

  • ‘Oleksandr Kuznetsov stands out as a legal professional with an exceptional ability to deeply analyse complex issues and craft innovative solutions. What sets him apart from competitors is his strategic thinking and commitment to achieving the best outcomes for his clients. He’s not just focused on the legal side but also understands the business implications, which allows him to approach cases with a unique perspective. His attention to detail, combined with his proactive approach, ensures that no aspect of a case is overlooked.’

Key clients

  • LLC 'Katerynopilskyy Elevator' (MHP)
  • LLC AFRICA STUDIO
  • LLC SATELLITE
  • UDP (Ukrainian Development Partners)
  • LLC Nadra Priazovya
  • BIG Harvest Group
  • GREEN GUILD Group
  • LLC 'OLVUD'
  • LLC Bakhmutskyi Rassadnyk
  • LLC 'Kranі Ukrayiny'

Work highlights

  • Representing LLC 'Katerynopilskyy Elevator', part of MHP, in a $5m dispute against the State Geological Service of Ukraine on protecting the client’s right for subsoil use.
  • Representing Africa Studio in a $21m media portfolio copyright dispute against Pixel-Shot.
  • Representing UDP (Ukrainian Development Partners) and LLC "Lviv Standartbud" against the Russian Federation on a $2m war damage compensation.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Oleksandr Kuznietsov, Illia Shevchenko