The lecture will also address the main criticisms directed at the Ukrainian judiciary and examine why judicial reform in Ukraine is often perceived as permanent and never-ending. Special attention will be given to the transformation of the Ukrainian courts over the past decade and to the judiciary’s relationship with alternative dispute resolution mechanisms, including arbitration and mediation.
Kostiantyn Pilkov has served as a Judge of the Supreme Court of Ukraine in its commercial division since 2017. He has been a member of the Grand Chamber of the Supreme Court since 2020 and was re-elected for a second term in 2023. In 2023, he was also elected Judge-Spokesperson of the Grand Chamber.
Prior to his judicial appointment, he practiced as an attorney and arbitrator in both national and international arbitration institutions. Judge Pilkov holds a summa cum laude master’s degree in law, a degree in psychology, and a PhD in Law. He is the author of numerous books and scholarly articles on international arbitration, court proceedings, judicial impartiality, and judges’ freedom of expression.
About UA-KLAR
The lecture is part of the project Clarifying the legal framework for investment, EU integration and accountability in Ukraine ( UA-KLAR) that contributes to better understanding in the Norwegian society of the legal rules relating to investment in Ukraine, its relations with EU, and justice for atrocity crimes and human rights violations committed during the war. This knowledge is crucial for supporting and rebuilding Ukraine.
UA-KLAR project is funded by Norway’s Nansen Support Programme for Ukraine via Norwegian Directorate for Higher Education and Skills. More information on the project is available on its website. Professor Yuliya Chernykh leads working package focused on investment in Ukraine. Mer informasjon om prosjektet er tilgjengelig på prosjektets nettside.
Registration and contact information
For registration, please contact:
- yuliya.chernykh@inn.no
- Phone
- +47 61 28 75 44