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Protection of Business from Criminal Prosecution and Economic Crimes in Kyiv

In today’s business environment, entrepreneurs often face threats of economic pressure, unjustified searches, account blocking, and criminal prosecution. Business protection in such conditions requires not just a lawyer, but a strong legal partner with experience in handling complex criminal proceedings. PRAGNUM Law Firm offers high-class legal support in cases related to economic crimes, corruption charges, and countering abuses by law enforcement authorities. Our lawyers safeguard the lawful interests of businesses, ensuring real legal protection at all stages of the criminal process — from the first investigative actions to the final court decision.

Who needs protection from criminal prosecution?

Today, no business, regardless of size or industry, is insured against situations where the actions of regulatory authorities may threaten the stability of the company or the personal liability of its executives. Legal protection becomes necessary in such cases:

Entrepreneurs and companies against whom criminal proceedings are initiated on suspicion of financial fraud, tax evasion, money laundering, or misappropriation of property. Such charges are often accompanied by searches, seizures of documents, asset freezes, and interrogation summons.
Businesspeople accused of corruption, including giving bribes, collusion with government officials, abuse of influence, or embezzlement of budget funds.
Companies that become subjects of pre-trial investigations in criminal cases related to government tenders, tax schemes, or interactions with fictitious contractors.
Individuals seeking to prevent criminal risks in the course of business — through legal consultations, contract audits, and support during inspections by law enforcement or tax authorities.
Legal entities under investigation by the NABU, DBR, or SBU on suspicion of financial fraud or abuse.
Companies facing unlawful actions of regulatory authorities — searches, property seizures, or account blocking.
Persons unjustly accused of corruption or involvement in criminal schemes with budget funds, public procurement, or abuse of office.

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Services for protecting business from economic crimes.

Business protection from criminal prosecution.
PRAGNUM provides full legal support to entrepreneurs and companies involved in criminal cases.

Preparation for investigations and support at the pre-trial stage: we analyse the situation, identify potential legal risks, and build a defence strategy before formal charges appear. Lawyer participation in interrogations, searches, or seizures ensures legality of actions by investigators and prevents violations of clients’ rights.
Protection of entrepreneurs’ rights against abuses by investigators, tax authorities, or other state bodies: we document unlawful actions, file complaints about violations of procedural law, and take measures to lift arrests, cancel searches, or restore restricted rights.
Defence strategy building: each case is unique. We create a plan that considers both legal and economic specifics of the client’s activities, ensuring not only protection from prosecution but also minimization of reputational and financial risks.

Corruption crimes.

Corruption charges can destroy reputations, freeze accounts, and lead to property loss.

Defence in criminal cases of bribery, influence peddling, and abuse of office: our team has experience working with NABU, SAP, DBR, and SBU cases. We know their specifics and can identify weaknesses in the charges.
Legal support at all stages of NABU, SAP, DBR investigations: we defend clients during interrogations, searches, arrests, bail hearings, and court sessions.
Preparation for inspections and countering accusations: we audit internal documents, contracts, correspondence, financial transactions, and provide recommendations for safe conduct with state authorities.

Legal Defence of Business from Criminal Prosecution

Economic crimes.
We defend companies in cases of:

Financial fraud, embezzlement, money laundering, fictitious entrepreneurship, falsification of financial statements, or misrepresentation of documents.
Tax evasion: our lawyers thoroughly analyse transaction structures, assess tax risks, and prove absence of criminal elements or intent.
Document falsification or use of forged financial/accounting reports.

We also provide litigation representation: we defend clients’ interests in criminal proceedings at first instance, appeal, and cassation courts, using the strongest legal arguments and expert opinions.

PRAGNUM provides both defence and parallel work on blocking information attacks, minimizing reputational risks, and ensuring uninterrupted business operations during investigations.

Legal consultations for business.

Risk assessment in company operations, identifying weak points in contracts, HR, or financial processes.
Preparation for tax, financial, and law enforcement inspections.
Recommendations for legal compliance, support of complex transactions, and audit preparation.
Analysis of counterparties’ actions, assistance when a business is drawn into dubious schemes without fault.
Development of strategies to avoid liability: anti-corruption policies, executive training, and compliance monitoring.

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Stages of legal assistance.

In economic and corruption crime cases, it is important to act systematically, professionally, and promptly. PRAGNUM follows a clear structure to achieve the best results for our clients.

Initial consultation.
The defence begins with a deep analysis of the case: studying charges, evidence base, auditing documents, contracts, and accounting. Based on this, we form a preliminary defence strategy, identifying weaknesses in the investigators’ or prosecutors’ positions. At this stage, the client receives a clear understanding of risks and ways to minimize them.

Document preparation.
At the second stage, PRAGNUM lawyers prepare the legal position: build evidence, draft motions, complaints, lawyer inquiries, explanations, and objections to charges. We work with experts, auditors, and accountants to prove the legality of business actions or absence of criminal elements.

Legal advice on corruption offences

Court representation.
Our lawyers ensure full representation of clients in court — from preparation and debates to appeals and cassation. We handle complex documentation, conduct cross-examinations, and prepare analytical briefs for the court. Legal support covers the entire process: from bail to verdict.

Support during investigation.
We engage at the pre-trial stage, influencing investigations, challenging unlawful investigator actions, and protecting reputations. PRAGNUM lawyers attend searches, seizures of equipment/documents, interrogations, and interact with SBU, NABU, Tax Police, and Prosecutor’s Office. Early involvement minimizes risks and often prevents cases from reaching trial.

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Why choose us?

Professionalism. Our team specializes in defending economic and corruption cases, with real experience working with DBR, NABU, SAP, and Tax Police. We understand business processes and criminal law, effectively defending companies in complex cases.
Results. Our practice shows real impact: case closures, asset seizures lifted, charges mitigated, or property returned. Our goal is not just legal support, but achieving the best outcome for the client.
Comprehensive approach. We provide full legal services: consulting, document preparation, investigative defence, court protection, appeals, and cassation. Parallel support includes asset protection, business recovery, and reputation management.
Individual approach. Each case is unique. We create tailored strategies considering company specifics, threats, finances, and ownership structures. Client communication is always confidential, precise, and systematic.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

How to protect my business from criminal prosecution?
Start with preventive measures: auditing contracts, risk assessments, and counterparty checks. If criminal proceedings are threatened, immediately contact a lawyer for defence in searches, interrogations, and asset protection.

What penalties exist for economic crimes?
Depending on the crime: fines (up to millions of hryvnias), imprisonment, asset seizures, or bans on certain positions. With timely legal involvement, charges are often reduced, reclassified, or dismissed.

How to avoid corruption or bribery charges?
Implement anti-corruption policies, document all communications with officials, and seek legal advice when engaging in tenders or public contracts. In case of suspicion, involve a lawyer early to shape correct defence behaviour.

What if I suspect my company became a victim of an economic crime?
Do not act alone. Contact a lawyer to conduct an independent investigation, file complaints, protect your company from involvement, and recover damages through prosecution or negotiations.

Need legal help for your business?

Contact PRAGNUM — we will defend your company against unlawful actions, economic, and corruption charges.
Our team is your legal security in the most difficult situations. We work quickly, professionally, and confidentially.

Leave a request for a consultation or call us — we act fast and effectively.

Do not delay — reach out to us today and get effective legal protection!