IT Law & Intellectual Property
Ukraine's digital economy is one of the most dynamic in the region, boasting over 300,000 IT professionals, thousands of product companies and startups, and billions in annual outsourcing volume. At the same time, it is an industry where legal errors are exceptionally costly: an improperly drafted software development agreement can leave code rights with the client or vice versa; an unregistered trademark opens the door for brand copying; and ignoring GDPR compliance risks EU fines of up to €20 million or 4% of global annual turnover.
I provide comprehensive legal support for the IT business: from structuring companies under the Diia City regime and drafting gig-contracts to intellectual property protection, dispute resolution with clients, and personal data compliance. A specialized area of my practice covers rights to content generated by Artificial Intelligence—an issue that achieved a practical milestone in Ukraine in September 2024, when the IP Office officially registered copyrights for works containing elements of AI generation for the first time.
The legal framework of the industry is formed by: the Law of Ukraine "On Stimulating the Development of the Digital Economy in Ukraine" No. 1667-IX dated July 15, 2021 (Diia City framework—gig-contracts, resident status, tax regime); the Law of Ukraine "On Copyright and Related Rights" No. 2811-IX dated December 1, 2022 (sui generis regime for computer programs, rights to AI content, related rights); the Civil Code of Ukraine, Book IV (Intellectual Property Law—Arts. 418–508); the Law of Ukraine "On the Protection of Rights to Marks for Goods and Services" No. 3689-XII (Trademarks); the new Rules for Trademark Registration (Order of the Ministry of Economy No. 19889 dated August 6, 2024); the Law of Ukraine "On Personal Data Protection" No. 2297-VI; the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) 2016/679 (applicable to companies processing data of EU citizens); and the EU AI Act (which entered into force in August 2024—critical for IT companies developing or deploying AI systems within the EU market).
4 simple steps
How we handle your case
- 01
Free consultation and assessment
We review your situation in 20–30 minutes and tell you honestly whether the case is winnable
- You call or message us on a messenger
- I personally review the documents and circumstances
- You receive a clear action plan and exact cost
- If the case is not promising — I will say so directly and will not take your money
98% of clients already at this stage understand they came to the right place
- 02
Contract signing and start of work
A transparent contract with no hidden fees
- We fix the price and deadlines
- You pay only after signing the contract
- You get a personal client account (Telegram chat with me 24/7)
Payment in installments is available
- 03
Preparation and strategy development
We do all the heavy lifting for you
- Collection and analysis of all necessary documents and evidence
- Development of a winning legal position
- Preparation of claims, complaints, motions, and contracts
The client is barely distracted from their own affairs
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Representation and outcome
I take on all courts, negotiations, and government agencies
- Participation in court hearings and negotiations
- Representation without your presence (online or offline)
- Monitoring enforcement of the decision (debt collection, lifting arrests, etc.)
Result: money in your account or a resolved problem
Practice areas (categories)
- Advisory on the terms and benefits of the Diia City regime.
- Legal support in obtaining Diia City resident status.
- Drafting and review of gig-contracts for IT professionals.
- Selection of the optimal cooperation model: gig-contract / employment contract / Private Entrepreneur (FOP).
- Legal defense in disputes between IT companies and gig-specialists.
- Legal due diligence of IT companies.
- Drafting and analysis of Software Development Agreements.
- Drafting of SaaS agreements, EULA, Terms of Service, and Privacy Policies.
- Software Licensing Agreements.
- Assignment Agreements for exclusive intellectual property rights to software.
- NDAs and confidentiality agreements for IT projects.
- Tech support and software maintenance SLA/agreements.
- Legal support for IT outsourcing and partnership agreements.
- Trademark (brand) registration in Ukraine via the IP Office.
- International trademark registration via the Madrid System.
- Copyright registration for computer programs, websites, and content.
- Patenting of inventions and utility models in the IT sector.
- Industrial design registration (UI/UX, product design).
- Legal framework for rights to content created with the assistance of AI.
- Protection against unauthorized use of trademarks, source code, and content (cease-and-desist letters, litigation).
- Oppositions and appeals against competitor trademark registrations.
- Monitoring of intellectual property infringements.
- Drafting of Privacy Policies and Cookies Policies in compliance with GDPR.
- Assessment of company compliance with GDPR and the Law on Personal Data Protection.
- Drafting internal data processing documentation (DPIA, data registries).
- Advising on EU AI Act requirements for IT companies.
- Defense in disputes regarding personal data protection violations.
- Protection of developer rights in cases of breach of contract by the client.
- Debt collection and recovery of fees for completed IT development.
- Protection against unauthorized use of code, design, or branding.
- Representation in commercial and civil courts for IT-related disputes.
- Protection in disputes with online marketplaces and payment systems.
Pricing
| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| Verbal Consultation | Free |
| Express analysis of a contract or legal scenario | from $25 |
| Written legal opinion / formal consultation | from $40 |
| Attorney’s formal request (Letter of Demand) | from $30 |
| Drafting or review of a gig-contract | from $65 |
| Drafting of a Software Development Agreement | from $100 |
| Drafting of an NDA / Confidentiality Agreement | from $50 |
| Drafting of Terms of Service / Privacy Policy / EULA | from $75 |
| Legal due diligence of an IT company | from $250 |
| Legal support for obtaining Diia City resident status | from $125 |
| Trademark registration in Ukraine (turnkey) | from $125 |
| International trademark registration via the Madrid System | from $250 |
| Copyright registration for software / content | from $75 |
| Patenting of an invention or utility model in IT | from $200 |
| GDPR compliance audit and documentation package | from $200 |
| IP infringement claim / Cease & Desist letter | from $75 |
| Drafting a statement of claim for an IT dispute | from $100 |
| Court representation (Court of First Instance) | from $250 |
| Drafting of an appellate brief | from $125 |
| Representation in the Court of Appeal | from $250 |
| Drafting of a cassation appeal to the Supreme Court | from $225 |
| Representation before the Supreme Court | from $325 |
The final fee depends on the complexity of the matter, the volume of documentation, urgency, and procedural stage. A tailored fee proposal will be provided after an initial consultation.