• Thousands of Ukrainians now live in the United Kingdom. We help our community resolve legal matters both in the UK and back home in Ukraine

    Lions Lawyers

  • If support from the embassy or consulate is unavailable, we provide the assistance you need

    Lions Lawyers

  • Legal support for those residing in the UK who need assistance in Ukraine

    Lions Lawyers

  • We also provide legal assistance to Ukrainians starting a new life and business in the United Kingdom

    Lions Lawyers

Sectors

Family Matters

Services include: divorce, division of marital property, child custody arrangements, child maintenance and alimony, establishing the fact of a child’s birth abroad, registering a child’s birth in Ukraine, and legal services that may be difficult to obtain from the Embassy of Ukraine in the United Kingdom.

Inheritance Matters

Services include: drafting, amending, or revoking a will; initiating inheritance proceedings; registering inherited property; determining succession order; agreements concerning inherited assets; challenging notary actions; restoration of deadlines for accepting inheritance; disqualification from inheritance rights; and inheritance dispute resolution.

Commercial Matters

Services include: legal solutions for business management; company registration and strategic support; amendments to corporate documents; drafting, reviewing, amending, executing, and terminating commercial contracts (sale, lease, management, etc.); and dispute resolution.

Investment

Services include: advisory and support for investments in real estate, property rights, and long-term projects; risk assessment and due diligence; structuring risk-mitigation strategies; securing additional guarantees for investment protection; and dispute resolution.

Employment Disputes

Services include: drafting and termination of employment contracts; hiring and dismissal procedures; negotiations between employers and employees; employment litigation; recovery of unpaid wages; compensation for damages; and reinstatement at work.

Individual vs. State

Services include: obtaining public services; protecting against abuse by state authorities; appealing and overturning unlawful demands, fines, or sanctions; and developing alternative strategies to safeguard the rights of Ukrainians living abroad.

Property Matters

Services include: transfer of ownership to family members; purchase and sale of real estate, including land, apartments, vehicles, and movable property; and dispute resolution. We take into account all nuances of the law in both the country of residence and Ukraine, while assessing and forecasting the legal consequences of transactions.

Corporate Rights

Services include: protection of shareholders and equity holders in companies; organization and conduct of general meetings; drafting and approval of corporate agreements; challenging company decisions; obtaining information on company activities; and representation in national courts in corporate disputes.

Contracts and Agreements

Services include: review, drafting, execution, amendment, termination, and invalidation of contracts concerning the rights and interests of individuals; as well as pre-trial representation and litigation against private individuals and companies.

Criminal Cases

Services include: representation in criminal proceedings for individuals under uncertain status or as defendants, suspects, or witnesses; preparation for interrogations; participation in investigative actions; defense strategy development; and courtroom representation.

Civil Service

Services include: dismissal from civil service, reinstatement to service and position, transfer to another post, challenging actions and decisions of appointing authorities, compensation for damages arising from service, and recovery of unpaid wages.

Russian War against Ukraine

Services include: recovery of damages caused by Russian aggression; claims for moral damages against Russia; obtaining court judgments for compensation from the Russian Federation; and enforcement of awards abroad. We also represent the interests of soldiers and their families in Ukraine and the United Kingdom, including cases where soldiers have died in service and compensation has not been paid to their families.

Services

Notary Services in the UK

Remote execution of powers of attorney and other notarial services without the need for an in-person visit. We provide preparation, drafting, and certification of documents and agreements with full legal validity in the UK, Ukraine, and worldwide — all at competitive rates.

Apostille in the UK

Obtaining an apostille on documents through a remote procedure. Fast service at competitive prices. Comprehensive support “from start to finish” — preparation, submission, and receipt of documents with an apostille — with guaranteed legal validity in Ukraine and Hague Convention countries.

Insurance in the UK

Consultations and arrangement of insurance policies for Ukrainians in the UK, including health insurance, rental and property insurance, car insurance, and travel insurance. We explain policy terms in plain language and assist in selecting the most suitable options.

Legal Consultation

Receive a legal opinion on matters of Ukrainian law in comparison with UK law. This service is particularly relevant when actions may have legal consequences not only in the UK but also in Ukraine.

Company Formation in the UK

Comprehensive support for company registration in the UK — from selecting the appropriate legal form to obtaining registration documents. We provide consultations on company structure, registered office address, opening a business bank account, and ongoing services.

Doing Business in the UK

Legal and administrative support for Ukrainian businesses operating in the UK. We advise on business operations, compliance with UK law, preparation and review of contracts, and assist in dealings with banks, government authorities, and counterparties.

Representation in the UK

Engaging specialists in London, Manchester, Liverpool, Edinburgh, and other UK locations to address and resolve legal issues faced by Ukrainians abroad. Our services range from contract review (property purchases, rentals, etc.) to practical legal advice in everyday matters.

Dispute Resolution

We support Ukrainians in both out-of-court and judicial disputes by preparing documents, attending hearings, defending legal positions, and appealing court judgments or decisions of other public authorities.

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