Criminal defence

Criminal defence lawyer in Kyiv

Criminal defence at the pre-trial and trial stages, with early review of procedural status, evidence, deadlines and immediate risks.

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Areas of assistance

Matters we handle

Advice and defence in criminal proceedings

Challenge and release of seized property

Appeals against preventive measures

Representation during pre-trial investigation

Representation at all stages of trial

Attendance during investigative actions

Defence in criminal cases involving cryptocurrency and digital assets

Legal assessment

What happens at the beginning

We first establish the timeline, status of the parties and the lawful objective. We then review documents, deadlines and jurisdiction, explain the available scenarios and only then propose a scope of work.

review of documents and relevant facts
assessment of procedural deadlines and material risk
oral or written legal position
documents, negotiations or representation as agreed

Process

How we work

01
Enquiry
Describe the events and share the documents currently available.
02
Assessment
We identify status, deadlines, risk and the necessary actions.
03
Terms
We agree the format, fee and communication and sign an engagement agreement.
04
Work
We perform the agreed actions and keep you informed.

Preparation

What to bring to the consultation

Prepare anything that helps reconstruct the sequence of events. Missing documents do not prevent an initial discussion.

identity and documents confirming your status
decisions, protocols, agreements, letters or messages
a short dated timeline
questions and details of the next procedural event

Important information

Deadlines, fees and scope

What does the Criminal defence lawyer in Kyiv practice cover?

The Criminal defence lawyer in Kyiv practice covers the related services listed on this page. The exact scope is agreed after the facts, documents and deadlines are reviewed.

What should I prepare for an assessment of criminal defence lawyer in kyiv?

Send a short timeline, documents showing your status, decisions, agreements, correspondence and the dates of upcoming events. We can begin with the information available if some documents are missing.

Can the initial work be handled online?

Yes. The initial consultation and exchange of document copies can be arranged online. Any travel, personal attendance or representation is agreed separately.

What determines the legal fee?

The fee depends on the volume of materials, urgency, procedural steps and agreed format. The scope and fee are recorded in the engagement agreement.

Format of assistance

Criminal defence lawyer in Kyiv: Kyiv and online across Ukraine

An initial discussion can take place at our Kyiv office or online. We clarify the objective, status of the parties, immediate deadlines and the materials required for criminal defence lawyer in kyiv.

Clients in other regions of Ukraine can share document copies through an agreed secure channel and receive advice online. Any travel or representation is considered after jurisdiction and procedural stage are reviewed.

In criminal proceedings, procedural status, deadlines and the sequence of early actions are critical. Arrange a document review promptly if an interview, search, notice of suspicion or asset seizure is expected.

Remote work does not reduce confidentiality requirements. The document channel, team, response time and communication process are agreed before work begins.

This page provides general information and is not a substitute for advice on specific facts. Prospects, remedies and scope can be assessed only after the relevant circumstances are reviewed.

Official sources

Legal basis

Criminal Procedure Code of Ukraine ↗Unified State Register of Court Decisions ↗

Content reviewed by attorney Oleksandr Zavizion: 5 August 2026.

Initial contact

Describe the matter — we will identify the next step

Tell us the short timeline and which documents are available. We agree the format, scope and fee before work begins.

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