International Commercial Arbitration
We guide our clients through every stage of complex arbitration proceedings from initial analysis of the case to final enforcement.
Our team acts in proceedings under all major international and domestic arbitral frameworks, including the ICC, LCIA, VIAC, SCC, SAC/SCAI, AAA, FOSFA/GAFTA, ICAC at the Ukrainian Chamber of Commerce as well as ICAC at the European Arbitration Chamber, UNCITRAL, and ICSID rules. Our expertise also extends to ad hoc proceedings.
We manage every phase of a dispute:
- Pre-dispute strategy: Drafting arbitration clauses and selecting the most suitable arbitration seats to mitigate future risks.
- Representation before arbitral tribunals: Representing the clients in multi-jurisdictional proceedings.
- Recognition and enforcement: We have a proven track record of enforcing awards globally, as well as handling annulment or set-aside proceedings.
We offer flexible support, tailored to the specific needs of each case. Depending on your requirements, we can act as:
- Lead Counsel: Taking full command of the case strategy, team coordination, and advocacy.
- Co-Counsel or Local Counsel: We collaborate with international law firms to provide regional expertise and integrated cross-border representation.
- Expert Witnesses: Preparing sophisticated expert reports and legal opinions on complex procedural issues.
We recognize that high-stakes disputes require a multidisciplinary approach. We frequently collaborate with:
- International Law Firms: Partnering with leading international law firms to make sure your case is in safe hands.
Specialised Experts: Maintaining close relationships with forensic and valuation experts, private investigators, and third-party funders.
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Legal alerts
LCIA Arbitration Rules are now available in Ukrainian
The London Court of International Arbitration (LCIA) has officially published the Ukrainian translation of its Arbitration Rules and Schedule of Costs. The Institution’s Significance for Cross-Border Business The LCIA is one of the world’s leading arbitration institutions, providing neutral, predictable, and professional resolution for commercial disputes. In international practice, an LCIA arbitration clause serves as a […]
Publications
Ukrainian Chapter of the Law Over Borders Commercial Litigation Guide by The Global Legal Post
Our Managing partner Olexander Martinenko, Counsel Danylo Volkovetskyi, Managing associate Mariana Antonovych and Associate Arina Kolesnyk has contributed to the Ukrainian Chapter of the first Law Over Borders Commercial Litigation Guide by The Global Legal Post. This chapter highlights that despite ongoing challenges, Ukrainian commercial litigation remains modern, functional, and highly accessible. Through electronic filing, […]
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Changes to the Ukrainian International Commercial Arbitration Law
Background On 28 April 2026, the Ukrainian Parliament has modified the International Commercial Arbitration Law of Ukraine (the Law) by introducing the following three key changes: On 19 May 2026, the Law was signed by the President of Ukraine. 1. Expanded Scope of the “International Dispute” Now, a dispute qualifies as “international” not only when […]
From Moot Court to Guest Lectures: AMV team shares experience with Kyiv-Mohyla Academy’s students
One of the key directions of our work at AMV Law Offices is engaging with the next generation of lawyers. Over the past few weeks, our team has been actively involved in several initiatives to support young legal professionals, through coaching moot court teams and lecturing at the National University of Kyiv-Mohyla Academy. We are […]
Our team contributed to the UAA’s Amicus Curiae Brief for the Supreme Court
We are pleased to share that our Managing Associate, Mariana Antonovych, and Associate, Arina Kolesnyk, as part of a Ukrainian Arbitration Association’s Working Group, contributed pro bono to an Amicus Curiae Brief for the Supreme Court (Case No. 910/11283/25). This case touches upon fundamental principles of arbitration. By clarifying the ‘fallback’ mechanisms for appointing arbitrators, […]
AMV is recognized in Chambers Global 2026
We are pleased to announce that our team has been recognized in the recently released Chambers Global 2026 guide. This milestone is particularly meaningful as it represents one of our first major rankings as an independent dispute resolution boutique. We are proud of the individual recognition of our team in the Dispute Resolution: International category: […]
Publications
From Public Courts to Private Panels: Ukraine’s ADR Transformation
As Ukraine grapples with geopolitical upheaval and economic uncertainty, private dispute-resolution mechanisms have emerged as vital alternatives to an overburdened court system. Olexander Martinenko and Danylo Volkovetskyi explore recent legislative reforms, market fragmentation, wartime influences on institutional uptake, and the shifting preferences of businesses and state enterprises toward arbitration and mediation. CEELM: How would you characterize […]