
About us
GOLAW is a leading law firm providing comprehensive legal services while promoting sustainable development, supporting businesses, and driving educational and social initiatives
Our history
GOLAW is a leading Ukrainian law firm with offices in Ukraine and Germany. The firm’s name comes from the surnames of managing partner Valentyn Gvozdiy (G) and senior partner Sergiy Oberkovych (O).
The firm operates in accordance with international standards of legal services. The professionalism and quality of GOLAW’s services have been repeatedly recognized by the following authoritative international rankings: The Legal 500, Chambers & Partners, IFLR 1000, ITR World Tax, Who is Who Legal, etc. GOLAW is ranked among the top five law firms in Ukraine.
GOLAW Mission
The mission of GOLAW is to provide clients with professional legal services aimed at protecting their interests and ensuring justice. Through a deep understanding of legislation and unwavering commitment to ethical standards, we, as a leading law firm, strive to uphold the rule of law. GOLAW serves as a reliable partner for businesses and individuals, helping them navigate the complexities of the legal landscape. Our goal is to build long-term relationships based on trust, effectiveness, and a personalized approach.
GOLAW Values
The law firm GOLAW is guided by core values that define its approach to legal practice and client service. Integrity and transparency are the foundation of our work, ensuring adherence to the highest ethical standards in everything we do. We strive for excellence, delivering exceptional legal solutions tailored to the unique needs of each client.
At GOLAW, we value collaboration, fostering an atmosphere of open communication and teamwork both within our firm and with our clients. Innovation is another cornerstone of our philosophy, as we continually evolve and adapt to changes in the legal landscape, offering cutting-edge strategic solutions.
Above all, we are focused on building trust, as we firmly believe that strong and long-lasting relationships are the cornerstone of successful collaboration. These values shape our mission—to support businesses and individuals in achieving their goals with confidence and clarity.
About our clients
GOLAW’s clients include medium and large businesses, both domestic and international companies, banks, and financial institutions, as well as private clients and investors conducting business in Ukraine or planning to enter Ukrainian and/or foreign markets.
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Membership in professional and business associations
GOLAW is a member of the SCG Legal network, established in 1989. The network is recognized in the rankings of Chambers Global, Chambers Canada, and Chambers Asia Pacific.
SCG Legal comprises 123 leading independent law firms that exemplify premium client service standards, leadership, and high responsibility, fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion, and adhering to transparent and innovative billing system practices.
The primary mission of the network is to create a global cluster of experts and leaders in the legal industry, implement joint projects, and advocate for businesses.
GOLAW attorneys are active members of the National Bar Association of Ukraine and international professional associations, including the International Bar Association, Global Criminal Law Counsel, and the European Criminal Bar Association.
Additionally, GOLAW is a member of the following prominent business associations:
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)

05 September 2024 News
GOLAW together with the Public Union SOKOLSKÁ ŽUPA BUDEČSKÁ completed a pro bono...

12 August 2024 Energy Alert
“A Green Future for Ukraine: GOLAW and RePower Foundation Complete a Solar Energ...

07 September 2023 News
🔥🔥🔥 GOLAW has joined the Kyiv School of Economics consulting program that facili...

03 September 2023 News
GOLAW has served as a legal counsel for a large-scale charity project “Ukraine....
Recognitions
Firm's news

21 February 2025 Publication
Development of Distributed Generation in Ukraine: Opportunities for Investors

29 January 2025 Energy Alert
Energy potential of Ukraine and the role of legal support in the development of ...

23 January 2025 News
The Cabinet of Ministers approves the list of positions with mandatory knowledge...
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- Antitrust and Competition
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- Compliance, Corporate Governance and Risk Management
- Corporate and M&A
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- Labor and Employment
- Natural Resources and Environment
- Government Relations (GR)
- Insolvency and Corporate Recovery
- Intellectual property
- International trade
- Legal support of business and private Сlients in Germany
- Litigation and dispute resolution
- Private clients
- Real Estate and Construction
- Energy and Natural Resources
- Restructuring, Claims and Recoveries
- Martial Law
- Tax and Customs
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