Kononenkova Partners
Immigration Lawyers

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Our Promise

Legal Advise With Confidence

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We promise to provide you with the security you need for any of your legal matter in Ukraine with confidence. Working with us we ensure all legal matters are within the law and that there are no surprises waiting for you.

BENEFITS WORKING WITH ME

  • Experience of over 16 years of legal practice and analytical thinking for solving the case
  • Successful result
  • Partners in Ukraine, EU and other countries
  • Knowledge of languages, which allows you to communicate in your native language: English, German, Norwegian, Ukrainian, Russian
  • Confidentiality
  • Responsibility
  • Unique solution for client
  • Diplomacy

Our Legal Services

Premier Legal Advice

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Work Permit

Applying for a work permit your quality legal advice can help you avoid any mistakes. We will protect your interests to ensure success.

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Residence Permit

Get the legal support you need to handle the complexity of acquiring a residence permit. We advise you every step of the way. 

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Family Law

Our Lawyers are ready to provide comprehensive assistance and advise in matters related to family matters in Ukraine.

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Residence Registration

Registration is an important step when living in Ukraine. Registration is required for citizens of Ukraine and foreigners

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Business Registration

Get the legal support you need to handle the complexity of registering your business correctly and understanding the tax laws. 

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Ukraine Visas

Our office will explain in detail the differences between the required visas and laws that are required to enter Ukraine.

Call Us To Discuss Your Legal Needs +380(96)050 6715

Listen To What Our Clients Say…

Because It’s Our Clients That Matter Most

Rob P. Ontario,Canada

Tatiana Kononenkova recently represented me to obtain a Ukrainian work permit and temporary residence. It was quickly evident through working with her that she is knowledgeable, experienced and respectful. During the process, Tatiana spent ample time to walk me through the process and ensure that I understood what was expected. I highly recommend Tatiana and look forward to potentially working with her again in the future.

Tatiana, Odessa, Ukraine

Tatiana Kononenkova is a qualified specialist and assistant in the field of beauty activities. In touch 24/7. Competent advice and 100% knowledge of the material. Fast response and documentation control. We are satisfied with the cooperation with Tatiana. We recommend her to everyone.

Sonya T. Odessa, Ukraine

I’ve worked with Tatiana in the past and my clients went through their real estate transaction with ease in knowing they had a very knowledge attorney on their behalf.

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We’ll review your situation with you and provide a quote for the services you need and only the services you need.

Ukraine Real Estate

Real estate investments in Ukraine get very complicated very quickly. Don’t even think of buying commercial or residential real estate without an attorney you trust.

Our wide range of experience and legal expertise can help you avoid missteps that could handicap your organization.

Get practical advice on your real estate including initial planning and development, purchase agreements, zoning and land use issues, commercial leasing arrangements, and more.

Legal Support in Ukraine

EU and Other Countries

We help you to set up a business/liquidation of companies, buy/sell of companies and properties, conclusion/expertise of contracts, accounting support, passing inspections by state bodies, debt collection, minimizing taxes, legaliation/Apostille and protect your interests before third parties, in court if it is necessary.

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FAQ'S ODESSA UKRAINE

Odessa is a port city on the Black Sea in southern Ukraine. It’s known for its beaches and 19th-century architecture, including the Odessa Opera and Ballet Theater. The monumental Potemkin Stairs, immortalized in “The Battleship Potemkin,” lead down to the waterfront with its Vorontsov Lighthouse. Running parallel to the water, the grand Primorsky Boulevard is a popular promenade lined with mansions and monuments

Derybasivska Street is a pedestrian street in the city centre of Odessa. A busy thoroughfare, surrounded by ancient landmarks and shops, numerous bars, restaurants, and cafés. You can go there in the morning for a cup of coffee and tasty breakfast or brunch; at midday, cafés and restaurants serve business lunches, while in the evening, Derybasivska is a perfect place for fine dining or just to take a walk and get a real feel for the city’s vibe.

Arcadia, a historical district about half an hour away from the city centre, is affectionately nicknamed ‘the Ibiza of Ukraine’. Like the most popular nightclubs in Ibiza, the Arcadia district holds the wildest parties in Odessa and concerts of world-famous stars. During the daytime, Arcadia is full of families going to the seaside, but at night it transforms into a party hotspot, with clubs, bars, and people dancing the night away, especially in the summer.

WHO WE ARE

Real Estate Attorneys
In Odessa, Ukraine

We are experienced  attorneys proud to have been serving the Odessa for many years. We have helped hundreds of individuals, families, and businesses.

We are here to protect your interests. Rest assured that if things get complicated , we are here to protect you as well.

Call for a free consultation to find out how we can provide you peace of mind with all of your legal matters.

-An immigration attorney in Ukraine, EU and other countries

-Graduated Odessa National Juridical Academy, Civil faculty

-Certificate of Masters degree (2005)

-16 years experience of law practise in state and private sector

-2010 – Attorney according to Certificate of right to practise law, issued decision of the Commission of Bar of Odessa Region  from 28.04.2010  № 1886

-Member of  Ukrainian National Bar Association

-Member of  Bar of Odessa Region

-Professional Training in Germany and legal practise (Koln, Berlin) from GIZ

-Permit of attorney services in international and Ukrainian law in Norway

 

Tatiana Kononenkova

Schedule Your Free Consultation Today +380(96)050 6715

Frequently Asked Questions

DO I NEED A VISA TO ENTER UKRAINE?

Ukraine is always aiming to grow its tourism industry and has made an entry for various countries very easy to visit. Unfortunately for some select countries, there is a process of obtaining a visa or a pre prepared visa on arrival must be available for entry.

IS UKRAINE SAFE TO VISIT ?

Yes, the majority of Ukraine is very safe to visit. The parts that are not safe for travel are the eastern part of the country which there still is conflicts in the Donetsk and Luhansk regions in Eastern Ukraine. Always check for the latest travel advice issued by your home country.

HOW DO I EXCHANGE MONEY IN UKRAINE?

Ukraine's official currency is the hryvnia (UAH). Currency exchange offices are very common in cities, and the exchange rate is posted. ATMs are very common but be careful of tampered machines that are designed to skim your card.

For All Your Legal Needs With Confidence

Convenient Hours

Hours:

Monday             9:00AM-5PM

Tuesday            9:00AM-5PM

Wednesday       9:00AM-5PM

Thursday           9:00AM-5PM

Friday                 9:00AM-5PM

Saturday            Closed

Sunday               Closed

CONTACTS

T: +380(96)050 6715

info@kononenkovapartners.com

LOCATIONS

Odessa,Ukraine

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Whatever your legal matter is or you just need advice on one of our services we have the expertise to help you.

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WORK PERMIT

Work permit for foreigners.

In order to become a full-fledged worker in Ukraine, it is important to go through clear procedures established by government.
A permit to use the labour of foreigners and stateless persons is a document that gives the employer the right to temporarily use the work of a foreigner in a particular workplace or at a particular position.
1) For legal employment of a foreigner in Ukraine, the employer must obtain permission from the territorial Employment Center.
2) The term of validity of such a document is from six months to three years; upon the expiration of the term of the permit, it is possible to extend it an unlimited number of times.
3) Education of a foreigner is important only if he is employed as an employee of a special category, which has benefits and is not limited in the amount of the minimum wage.
4) An employer can be both a legal entity and an individual entrepreneur.
5) For the use of the labour of a foreigner without a permit, there is a significant fine (twenty times the minimum wage).

The standard list of documents includes:
1) a statement in the form established by the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine, in which the employer confirms that the position in which the work of a foreigner or stateless person is applied in accordance with the laws of Ukraine is not related to belonging to the citizenship of Ukraine and does not require access to state secrets;
2) copies of the pages of the passport of a foreigner or stateless person with personal data along with the translation into Ukrainian, certified in the prescribed manner;
3) a colour photograph of a foreigner or stateless person measuring 3.5 x 4.5 centimetres;
4) a copy of the draft labour agreement (contract) with a foreigner or stateless person, certified by the employer.
Also, the legislation establishes special categories of foreign citizens for which filing and other documents are required.
The list of legal services for obtaining/renewing a work permit includes:

Also, the legislation establishes special categories of foreign citizens for which filing and other documents are required.
The list of legal services for obtaining/renewing a work permit includes:

Legal advice on the procedure for obtaining a work permit for foreign citizens in Ukraine.
Legal examination of the documents that must be submitted to obtain a work permit for foreigners.
Preparation of the necessary documents for submission to the State Employment Service;
Preparation of an application for obtaining (renewal) of a work permit.
Representing the interests of the employer in obtaining a work permit in Ukraine at the State Employment Service.
Development of a draft labour contract with a foreigner.
Obtaining permission from the State Employment Service.
The procedure for obtaining permission requires the collection and development of a number of documents, and our company’s specialists are ready to help in this matter!

RESIDENCE PERMIT

In order for a foreigner to stay in Ukraine for a longer period of time. You will need a residence permit there two types:

  • Temporary residence permits
  • Permanent residence permits.

Both temporary and permanent residence permits are documents that certify the identity of a foreigner and confirm the legal grounds for temporary or permanent residence in Ukraine.
Residence permits are issued in the form of biometric cards.
The choice of a specific residence permit depends on the situation that the foreigner has.

The grounds for obtaining a temporary residence permit are:
1) Permission to work in Ukraine,
2) Work in representative offices of foreign companies in Ukraine, in branches or representative offices of foreign banks,
3) Work as a correspondent or representative of foreign media;
4) Training in full-time educational institutions;
5) Marriage with a citizen of Ukraine or a foreigner who has a temporary residence permit;
6) Investing in the economy of Ukraine 100,000 euros;


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FAMILY LAW

Kononenkova Partners provide comprehensive assistance in matters related to family matters. Specialists of our law firm specialize in complex and non-standard family disputes, in which they have a unique experience.

Divorce proceedings:
   – Divorce through the courts (this is always a procedure that is always associated with significant stress for all participants in the process. The help of a professional lawyer who specializes in family law and has considerable experience in conducting the procedure of divorce through the courts can significantly speed up this procedure, which will save your time and will prevent unnecessary stressful situations.
   – Divorce without being present in court (many people, getting into a situation where further cohabitation is impossible for several reasons, are confused. In order to deal with all the nuances of the divorce process, to get highly qualified lawyer support, and also to exercise their rights, provided by the legislation of Ukraine, it is necessary to consult a lawyer.);
   – Recognition of marriage as invalid (Ukraine provides for the possibility of recognizing marriage as invalid. This procedure is performed if the basic principles of marriage (general marriage provisions) were violated during marriage registration or people who registered marriage did not have the right to register among themselves marriage for several reasons);
 – Consultation on divorce;

Marriage (marriage with a foreigner in Ukraine is not always easy. Marriage registration in Ukraine with a foreigner is associated with a number of not clear nuances and formalities that are difficult for foreigners to understand. Our company is one of the few who can help register a marriage in Ukraine with a foreigner);

Questions concerning children:
   – Child registration (Our company is happy to assist you in registering a child);
   – Permission to leave the child abroad (After the dissolution of the marriage, or, termination of actual family relations, there may be a dispute between parents who have children, regarding permission to leave one of them with the child abroad without accompanying the other parent );

Maintenance disputes:
   – Recovery of alimony (alimony and disputes over their reclamation, recovery and accrual of alimony amount to a significant part of family disputes that are considered by the courts of Ukraine. And this issue should be resolved with fairness, the help of qualified specialists is undoubtedly necessary);
   – Consultation on alimony;

Property issues:
   – Section of the common property of spouses (This is a difficult legal procedure, during which the spouses divide, according to the current family law, property acquired during their stay in a registered marriage);
   – Consultation on the division of property;

After careful consideration of the problem, our lawyers will advise you on possible scenarios and risks, as well as draw up and coordinate with you the strategy and tactics of action.

RESIDENCE REGISTRATION

Registration of residence is an important step when moving to a new residence place. Registration is required for both citizens of Ukraine and foreigners who permanently or temporarily live here. Residence registration will be also needed when you draw up documents such as a passport or residence permit.

 Currently, residence registration is needed for receiving official correspondence. Now the state does not control the number of people registered in one apartment, sanitary norms or proprietary status of citizens. Each person chooses a residence place independently and only then inform the state.

Registration is compulsory. Under the law, after you have cancelled residence registration at your former address, or come to Ukraine for permanent or temporary residence, you have thirty days to register your residence place. Staying in Ukraine without residence registration causes legal responsibility in a form of a fine. A special stamp in your residence permit is a confirmation of a proper residence registration. Any data regarding your place of residence is considered personal information; only you, your homeowner and public officer that registered your residence place.

BUSINESS REGISTRATION

The most common company in Ukraine is a Limited liability company (LLC). The structure of this company has some advantages. Individuals and legal entities, both residents and non-residents of Ukraine, can be founders and stockholders, and their number is not limited (herewith and one person can establish an LLC).

Also, the legislation doesn’t determine the minimum size of the authorized capital of a Company. As for liability, the owners are not personally liable for the company’s debts or liabilities. They bear the risk of losses only within the limits of the value of their contributions to the authorized capital. In turn, LLC is not responsible for the obligations of its members. Therefore, we advise our clients to use this organizational form of the company. For more information please contact us for a consultation.

 

UKRAINE VISAS

Ukrainian visas are issued within 3 types:

-transit (B type) visas. B type visas are issued in cases where a foreigner/stateless person intends to transit through Ukraine and each transit period does not exceed 5 days. B type visas are issued as single / double / multiple entry visas valid for a maximum of 1 year or another period depending on supporting documents.


-short-term (C type) visas. C type visas are issued in cases where a foreigner/stateless person intends to stay in Ukraine for up to 90 days within every 180 days. C type visas are issued as single / double / multiple entry visas valid for 6 months or another period depending on supporting documents but cannot be issued for more than a 5 year-term.


-long-term (D type) visas. D type visas are issued in cases where a foreigner/stateless person intends to apply for a temporary residence permit to stay in Ukraine for more than 90 days. D type visas are issued as multiple entry visas valid for 90 days.

OTHER LEGAL SERVICES

BUSINESS

  • set up a business/liquidation of companies
  • work permit
  • residence permit
  • citizenship, passport
  • buy/sell of companies
  • buy/sellof property
  • conclusion/expertise of contracts
  • protection of business interests in court
  • accounting support
  • passing inspections by state bodies
  • debt collection
  • minimizing taxes

PERSONAL

  • find a legal way to decide your task
  • help to get documents
  • police clearance certificate
  • Apostille
  • legalisation
  • notary service
  • translation
  • court cases
  • registration/dissolution of marriage
  • family disputes
  • residence registration
  • determination of the place of residence of children
  • property division
  • representation and protection of interest in court and state bodies