Employment: Ukraine

THE FIRM The excellent employment team at this major international firm is a top choice for all manner of employment work. In a glut of work relating to both the US Department of Justice and UK anti-bribery legislation, the four-strong group has been active in management terminations relating to compliance and anti-bribery issues. Another key focus area for the team is related to new personal data protection regulations. The firm continues to advise global clients such as Microsoft and L'Oréal.

Sources say: "One of the best firms in this field."

KEY INDIVIDUALS The team is led by the "experienced and knowledgeable" Mariana Marchuk, a well-recognised practitioner praised for her expertise and in-depth knowledge of Ukrainian labour law.

THE FIRM This team continues to be highly regarded for all manner of employment matters, including litigation, terminations, restructuring and general corporate advice. Labour agreements relating to foreign nationals in Ukraine and compliance are particular focus areas at the moment. The firm assists a broad range of global companies active in Ukraine.

Sources say: "I have a very good impression of Salans so far: there is a strong client focus, good experience and a solid reputation."

KEY INDIVIDUALS Partner Volodymyr Monastyrskyy is in charge of this successful employment practice, and is also active in real estate and corporate work.

THE FIRM This domestic firm is particularly strong in employment-related litigation and disputes, where it is supported by Ukraine's leading dispute resolution practice. However, the firm provides a wider scope of advice, assisting a wide range of domestic and multinational blue-chip clients on terminations and personal data protection issues. Clients include United Media Holding and Segodnya Multimedia.

Sources say: "The team is full of great professionals. It maintains good client relationships and provides you with tailored, business-oriented solutions."

KEY INDIVIDUALS Oleksiy Filatov is the main contact for this practice area.