Sayenko Kharenko Recognized Among Europe's Top DR Firms
Sayenko Kharenko has been recognised in Tier 1 for Dispute Resolution in the 2025 Benchmark Litigation Europe rankings. Three firm partners—Olexander Droug, Oleksiy Koltok, and Olena Sukmanova — received individual recognition as Litigation Stars.
The Tier 1 ranking underscores the firm’s strategic approach to dispute resolution—one that extends beyond courtroom advocacy to encompass risk prevention and business continuity. Clients engage Sayenko Kharenko not only to resolve disputes efficiently but to structure transactions that minimize litigation risk, identify potential conflicts at early stages, and protect management resources from protracted legal battles.
Operating in Ukraine’s business environment requires lawyers who understand both international best practices and local realities. Who can navigate complex cross-border transactions whilst dealing with domestic regulatory challenges. Who’ve seen enough high-stakes disputes to know which battles are worth fighting and which are better resolved through strategic negotiation. That’s what our dispute resolution team does daily—from international arbitration to local commercial courts, from pre-transaction risk assessment to post-deal conflict resolution.
Benchmark Litigation’s rankings are based on rigorous independent research. The editorial team conducts extensive interviews with clients and peers, analyses case outcomes, and evaluates detailed submissions on significant disputes. The methodology emphasises three pillars: case evidence, peer recognition, and client feedback. Tier 1 status, therefore, represents verified performance in complex litigation matters rather than self-reported achievements.
About Sayenko Kharenko
Sayenko Kharenko is a leading Ukrainian law firm with an internationally oriented full-service practice. Founded in 2004, we are currently among the two largest law firms in the country, with 21 partners and more than 100 lawyers. The firm specializes in complex cross-border and local matters and regularly handles the largest and most challenging transactions involving Ukraine.