This lecture explores key legal and practical aspects of investing in Ukraine, with particular focus on contracts, due diligence, and dispute prevention in cross-border transactions. It will highlight the importance of choosing reliable business partners and address key legal issues related to the foundations of Ukrainian contract law, contractual risk allocation, investor protection, and sanctions compliance. Drawing on practical experience in contract drafting, litigation, and arbitration, the lecture provides an overview of the main challenges and opportunities facing foreign investors and companies operating in Ukraine.
Ivan Vashchynets is Associate Professor at the Kyiv University of Law of the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine and an attorney admitted to legal practice in Ukraine. He holds a PhD in Law from the V.M. Koretsky Institute of State and Law and has more than 25 years of legal practice and over 20 years of university teaching experience. His research and professional expertise focus on civil law, private international law, intellectual property, and international arbitration. He is the author and co-author of more than 30 academic publications, including monographs and a civil law textbook.
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.
Registration and contact information
For registration, please contact:
- yuliya.chernykh@inn.no
- Phone
- +47 61 28 75 44