Taras Miroshnychenko

Head of International Corporate Law and Fintech Practice

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miroshnychenko@prikhodko.com.ua

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Expert in fintech, crypto, and international corporate law with over 20 years of experience. Specializes in crypto licensing (VASP/CASP), iGaming business support, and international structuring, asset protection, and OSINT analytics for risk assessment and due diligence.

Corporate Lawyer: services in the field of corporate law

Corporate law governs the establishment, operation, management and termination of companies, as well as relations between their shareholders, directors and investors. Errors in corporate documents, ownership structures or decision-making procedures may lead to disputes, operational blockages and financial losses.

A corporate lawyer helps entrepreneurs properly structure legal relations, protect the interests of business owners and ensure the stable operation of a company. Prikhodko & Partners provides consultations and comprehensive legal support in corporate law matters — from company registration to resolving disputes between shareholders.

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Corporate Lawyer and Attorney Services

A corporate lawyer provides legal support for processes related to the establishment, management, development and reorganisation of a business. The scope of assistance depends on the company’s objectives and may include a one-time consultation, preparation of a specific document or ongoing legal support.

The corporate lawyers at Prikhodko & Partners provide the following services:

registration of limited liability companies, joint-stock companies, private enterprises and other legal entities;
selection of the most appropriate legal form for the business;
drafting articles of association, shareholders’ agreements and internal corporate policies;
registration of changes to shareholders, management bodies and share capital;
legal support for the purchase, sale and other transfer of corporate rights;
legal due diligence of companies;
legal support for investment transactions and corporate deals;
resolution of disputes between shareholders;
representation of the company’s interests in negotiations and court proceedings;
ongoing corporate legal support for businesses.

A corporate lawyer analyses not only the formal compliance of documents with applicable law but also the practical risks faced by business owners. This makes it possible to establish clear procedures for company management, profit distribution, adoption of important decisions and the withdrawal of a shareholder from the business.

Corporate Lawyer Consultation

A consultation with a corporate lawyer is required when it is necessary to assess the legal consequences of a decision, review documents or determine the most appropriate way to resolve a corporate matter.

During the consultation, the lawyer:

analyses the client’s circumstances and documents;
identifies potential legal risks;
assesses whether the proposed actions comply with applicable legislation;
offers possible solutions to the situation;
develops a legal position and further action plan;
determines which documents or registration procedures are required.

The consultation may concern company formation, replacement of a director or shareholder, distribution of shares, preparation of a shareholders’ agreement, attraction of an investor, sale of a business or a dispute between business partners.

Online Corporate Lawyer Consultation

Legal assistance can be provided remotely. To arrange an online consultation, the client submits the available documents and a brief description of the situation, after which the lawyer conducts a meeting in a convenient online format.

An online consultation makes it possible to receive a prompt legal assessment regardless of the client’s location. Following the consultation, the client may order document preparation, support with registration procedures or comprehensive legal assistance.

Advantages of Working with Prikhodko & Partners

Our lawyers have practical experience in supporting Ukrainian and international companies, corporate transactions and disputes between business owners.

When working with clients, we:

consider both legal requirements and the client’s business objectives;
assess risks before important corporate decisions are made;
prepare documents tailored to the specific business structure;
represent clients during negotiations and implementation of agreements;
involve specialists in tax, contract and dispute resolution matters when necessary;
provide a clear action plan and a transparent format of cooperation.

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Legal Assistance in Corporate Law Matters

Corporate legal support may be required at any stage of a company’s operations. At the beginning, it is important to establish the ownership structure and management system correctly. As the business develops, it may become necessary to attract new partners or investors, replace management or redistribute shares.

A corporate lawyer helps structure and document these processes so that the adopted decisions are legally valid and do not create additional risks.

A separate area of corporate legal work is the preparation of a shareholders’ agreement. Such an agreement may regulate:

shareholder voting procedures;
conditions for the sale or transfer of shares;
mechanisms for resolving deadlock situations;
non-compete and confidentiality obligations;
conditions for admitting new partners or investors;
procedures for a shareholder’s withdrawal from the business.

When supporting corporate transactions, our lawyers conduct due diligence, review the company’s documents and assets, identify regulatory risks, prepare agreements and assist with closing the transaction.

In the event of a dispute, we help conduct negotiations between shareholders, challenge unlawful decisions of management bodies, protect corporate rights and represent the client’s interests in court.

Why You Should Consult a Corporate Lawyer

Seeking legal assistance only after a dispute has arisen often increases the cost and complexity of resolving the problem. A significant number of corporate risks can be prevented by properly preparing documents and reviewing proposed decisions in advance.

A corporate lawyer helps to:

avoid errors during company registration and registration of corporate changes;
protect the rights of founders, shareholders and investors;
prevent the blocking of decisions by corporate management bodies;
reduce the risk of corporate transactions being challenged;
establish clear rules for cooperation between business partners;
maintain control over the business during its expansion;
prepare the company for investment or sale.

The Prikhodko & Partners team selects the most appropriate format of cooperation based on the client’s needs. We can resolve a specific corporate matter or provide ongoing legal support for the company.

Stages of Cooperation with a Corporate Lawyer

Our work is organised through a clear and transparent process:

Initial request. You describe the situation, the required task and the expected result.
Preliminary analysis. The lawyer reviews the information provided, corporate documents and the company’s structure.
Risk assessment. We identify possible legal consequences and areas of concern.
Development of a strategy. The client receives a proposed action plan, estimated time frame and format of legal support.
Implementation. Our lawyers prepare documents, conduct negotiations, complete registration procedures or represent the client’s interests.
Completion and further support. The client receives the result, practical recommendations and, where necessary, ongoing legal assistance.

This approach allows the client to understand the sequence of actions, the scope of work and the expected result at each stage.

Cost of Corporate Lawyer Services

The cost of corporate legal services is calculated individually. It depends on the complexity of the matter, the number of documents, urgency and the need for negotiations, registration procedures or court representation.

The cost is also influenced by the format of cooperation: a one-time consultation, preparation of a specific document, support for a particular procedure or ongoing legal services for the business.

Service	What may be included	What determines the cost
Corporate lawyer consultation	Analysis of the situation, documents, risks and possible solutions	Complexity of the matter and volume of materials
Company registration or corporate changes	Preparation of documents and support with registration procedures	Type of legal entity and number of required changes
Shareholders’ agreement	Preparation of rules governing relations between shareholders	Number of parties and complexity of the agreed terms
Corporate transaction support	Due diligence, agreements, negotiations and transaction closing	Transaction structure, assets and number of participants
Corporate dispute	Negotiations, preparation of a legal position and court representation	Stage of the dispute, volume of evidence and duration of proceedings
Ongoing legal support	Regular consultations, preparation of documents and legal support for business activities	Number of tasks and the required level of lawyer involvement

To determine the exact cost, the lawyer must first review the task and relevant documents. After the preliminary analysis, the client receives a list of services, estimated time frames and a cost calculation.

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Conclusion

A corporate lawyer helps properly structure a business, protect the interests of its owners, minimise risks and ensure the legal security of important decisions. Timely involvement of a legal professional helps prevent corporate disputes and create a reliable legal foundation for the company’s development.

The lawyers at Prikhodko & Partners are ready to analyse your situation, propose the most appropriate solution and support its implementation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does a corporate lawyer do?

A corporate lawyer supports the establishment and operation of companies, prepares corporate documents, registers changes to the business structure, assists with transactions and helps resolve disputes between shareholders.

When should I consult a corporate lawyer?

A consultation is recommended before registering a company, replacing a shareholder or director, selling a share, attracting an investor, entering into a shareholders’ agreement or adopting an important management decision.

Can I receive an online consultation with a corporate lawyer?

Yes. The consultation can be conducted remotely after the lawyer reviews the relevant documents and a description of the situation. The client receives a legal assessment and a recommended action plan.

What documents are required for a consultation?

The list depends on the specific matter. It may include the articles of association, an extract from the company register, minutes of general meetings, shareholders’ agreements, information about shareholders and documents relating to the relevant transaction or dispute.

Why is a shareholders’ agreement necessary?

A shareholders’ agreement establishes rules for cooperation between shareholders, voting procedures, the sale of shares, attraction of investors, withdrawal from the business and resolution of potential disputes.

Can a corporate lawyer assist with the sale of shares in a company?

Yes. A lawyer can review the documents, assess potential risks, prepare the agreement, negotiate its terms with the other party and support the transfer of corporate rights and registration of the relevant changes.

What determines the cost of corporate legal services?

The cost depends on the complexity of the matter, the number of documents, urgency and the need for negotiations, registration procedures or court representation.

Can I order ongoing legal support for my company?

Yes. As part of ongoing legal support, a corporate lawyer regularly advises the company, reviews and prepares documents, supports corporate changes and helps resolve legal matters promptly.