Category: Legal Due Diligence in Ukraine
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Ukrainian Sanctions List: What Foreign Businesses Need to Know
The Ukrainian sanctions list is a legally binding register of individuals and entities subject to restrictive measures under Ukrainian law. Foreign businesses often focus on EU, US, or UK sanctions — but Ukraine operates its own autonomous sanctions regime, and it affects who you can legally transact with inside Ukraine, regardless of what Western sanctions…
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How to Verify Ukrainian Property Before Buying
Purchasing real estate in Ukraine as a foreigner carries real risks — not because Ukrainian law is inherently hostile to foreign buyers, but because property records, ownership chains, and encumbrances are not always transparent without proper legal tools. Fraud, disputed titles, and undisclosed mortgages are not rare. This guide explains what a proper property verification…
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Why International Donors Should Verify Ukrainian NGOs Before Funding
Since 2014 — and especially since the full-scale invasion in 2022 — international funding for Ukrainian non-governmental organizations has grown dramatically. Governments, foundations, and private donors have directed billions of dollars toward Ukrainian civil society, humanitarian aid, anti-corruption initiatives, and reconstruction efforts. This is important and necessary work. But the scale and urgency of funding…
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Why You Should Always Verify Your Ukrainian Counterparties
Doing business in Ukraine can be highly rewarding — but it also carries legal, reputational, and geopolitical risks. Whether you represent a private company, an investor, or an international NGO, the need to verify your Ukrainian counterparties before signing any agreement is not optional — it’s essential. Understand the Legal Landscape Ukraine’s business environment continues…