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Aequo

Banking & Finance

Europe Guide 2026 : Ukraine


Aequo

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If you are involved in banking and lending, avoiding surprise outcomes will likely be a priority. That is why you need advisers at the forefront of the industry, able to navigate you through Ukraine’s ever-changing regulatory climate and business environment in order to achieve pragmatic strategic and commercial results.

To assist with complex and demanding deals, many of which are ‘first of a kind’, we have created a dedicated team of lawyers with the combination of strong technical knowledge and a profound understanding of the industry.

Our team is characterised by its superb business acumen, broad expertise, its innovative approach and versatility.

It also benefits from a very strong dispute resolution team, allowing us to provide legal advice well-tested by courtroom experience.

Our strong relationships with market-leading foreign law firms enables us to work on cross-border projects as a single, united team, bringing added value to our clients through bespoke, client-focused advice, combining best international practices with outstanding local expertise.

For more details please visit our website: https://aequo.ua/

Clients (12)

  • EBRD
  • European Commission
  • NCH Capital
  • ING
  • TIS Group
  • Porsche Bank
  • Portigon
  • UniCredit
  • Debt X
  • Naftogaz
  • Mastercard
  • Green for Growth Fund

Industries (9)

  • Banks
  • Energy
  • Financial Services
  • Food & Drink Producers
  • Government
  • Insurance
  • Private Clients
  • Real Estate
  • Transportation

Chambers Review

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Banking & Finance - Ukraine

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Aequo houses a reputable team that represents both blue-chip companies and financial services companies on high-profile project financing and syndicated financing. Additionally, the legal team is proficient in representing government-owned companies in high-stakes transactions and sovereign loan agreements. The law firm is further notable for its involvement in public interest-driven projects, with further activity in banking regulatory matters.

Work Highlights

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  • The team at Aequo advised ProCredit Bank on a USD28 million loan portfolio guarantee agreement with the US International Development Finance Corporation and co-sponsored by USAID.

Strengths

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  • Aequo demonstrates a deep understanding of our business and the broader commercial landscape.

    Banking & Finance respondentEurope
  • Aequo understands the specifics of working with international financial institutions and offers a high level of communication.

    Banking & Finance respondentEurope
  • Aequo has a deep understanding of legislation and broad experience in many cross-border and Ukrainian financial projects.

    Banking & Finance respondentEurope
  • The team is always at the forefront of everything that is happening in the industry, super-skilled and very customer-oriented.

    Banking & Finance respondentEurope
  • Aequo is famous in the market for its innovative approach, attention to detail and can-do attitude.

    Banking & Finance respondentEurope

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Yulia Kyrpa
    Band 2Yulia Kyrpa

    Yulia Kyrpa

    Heading the team, Yulia Kyrpa is recognised by the market for her work handling high-profile financing matters for banks and corporate clients, including sovereign loans and project financings. She is also highly involved in advising financial institutions on new banking and finance legislation.

    • She is experienced in EU-wide financial regulations and also very fluent in English law.

      Banking & Finance respondentEurope
    • Her proactive approach, out-of the-box thinking, ability to innovate and find solutions even in the most difficult situations, team management and crisis-solving skills keep impressing us every day.

      Banking & Finance respondentEurope
    • She is a visionary in financial innovation. She always brings incredible added value to our business.

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    • Yulia Kyrpa manages our tasks with precision and a deep understanding of our needs and priorities.

      Banking & Finance respondentEurope
    • Yulia Kyrpa is a legal strategist. She combines razor-sharp intellect with unwavering legal excellence and client support.

      Banking & Finance respondentEurope

Ranked Individuals at Aequo (1)

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