MASTERS

OF NEGOTIATIONS

NEGOTIATION & OUT-OF-COURT RESOLUTION

Disputes Law Firm helps businesses effectively resolve conflicts without going to court. We offer dispute resolution through Harvard-style negotiations or encourage counterparts to engage in dialogue and fulfill their obligations through pre-trial claims and proposals.

Out-of-court dispute resolution offers numerous significant advantages for businesses. First and foremost, it allows companies to substantially save resources. Instead of lengthy and expensive court proceedings that can drag on for months or even years, disputes are resolved within a few weeks. Financial costs are significantly lower compared to litigation, and the saved funds can be directed toward business development.

Equally important is preserving business reputation and relationships between parties. The confidential nature of negotiations and their outcomes helps avoid unwanted publicity in the business community. Moreover, a constructive approach to dispute resolution often allows parties not only to preserve but also to improve business relationships, forming the company's image as a reliable and responsible partner.

A particular advantage of out-of-court settlement is the high level of control and flexibility. Parties independently manage the process and make decisions, having the opportunity to develop creative solutions that take into account the specifics of each particular situation. The terms for implementing reached agreements can be flexible and consider the long-term business interests of all process participants.

Our Methods

Professional Negotiations

Negotiations are the primary tool for resolving conflicts and reaching agreements between parties. At the core of this process lies the desire to find solutions that consider the interests of all participants and bring mutual benefit.

In our work, we rely on the principles of the Harvard Negotiation Method – a recognized methodology developed by experts at Harvard Business School. This approach differs from traditional methods by focusing not on opposing positions, but on identifying and aligning the underlying interests of the parties. Key elements of the method include separating personal factors from the essence of the problem, seeking mutually beneficial solutions, and establishing objective criteria for evaluating proposals. This approach creates favorable conditions for creative problem-solving and achieving long-term agreements.

Our negotiators masterfully transform the most complex conflicts into productive dialogue. During negotiations, we carefully examine the real needs and interests of each party, formulate various options for dispute resolution, find points of intersection between interests, and develop balanced solutions that satisfy all participants.

Pre-Trial Claims

A well-prepared pre-trial claim, or invitation to out-of-court dispute resolution, often becomes the decisive factor in quick and effective resolution of commercial disputes.

The nature of the pre-trial claim can be threatening where necessary, or it can be a friendly invitation to resolve the conflict while considering the interests of all parties.

Out-of-court dispute resolution requires both legal and psychological techniques to achieve the expected result for the client.

Our work in this area includes comprehensive analysis of the entire relationship history and evidence base, objective and subjective factors, preparation of legally sound pre-trial claims, and development of effective communication strategies with counterparts.

We ensure professional communication between parties and prepare all necessary documents to formalize reached agreements, including draft settlement agreements.

SERVICES

Negotiations

Drafting Settlement Documents

Legal Consultations and Analysis

Enforcement of Settlement Agreements

Pre-trial Claims and Proposals

FREQUENT QUESTIONS

General Questions

Yes. All our lawyers and personnel speak English.

No. We're not. We are not another mediocre law firm competing on price alone. We acknowledge that we don't offer the lowest prices in the market, and here are 6 reasons why our fees are higher than some other law firms.

1. Boutique Law Firm Where Managing Partner Handles Your Case Personally

We are intentionally a small company with limited capacity to handle cases. This isn't a weakness - it's our greatest strength. Our limited capacity ensures that every case receives the intensive attention and resources it deserves.

We are a boutique law firm where every team member, including the managing partner and founder - Dmytro Chuguienko, is directly involved in executing client work and tasks. Each staff member bears personal responsibility to clients from initial communication through completion of collaboration.

You're not just another case number - you receive direct attention from experienced professionals who take ownership of your outcomes. We have deliberately chosen quality over quantity because we understand that excellent legal representation requires focus, time, and personal investment.

Every single team member - including our managing partner and founder is directly involved in your case. We don't delegate your critical legal matters to inexperienced staff.

2. Proactive Communication & Support

We maintain constant communication with our clients, providing all key case updates through messengers and email. We explain in detail the work we will perform, the expected outcomes, and provide moral support throughout the process.

New clients can expect responses within 30 minutes in most cases, while existing clients typically receive answers to their questions within the same day.

3. We Refuse to Accept Failure

We hate losing more than anything. This means we invest extraordinary amounts of time and resources to find the winning solution for every client. We research every legal precedent, explore every possible angle, and exhaust every available option before accepting any outcome.

Our commitment to winning requires extensive case preparation and this level of preparation demands significantly more resources than simply doing "our job".

4. True Bilingual Expertise

We truly speak English, not just translate. Our managing partner holds C2-level English certification with daily practice to maintain fluency and can understand various English accents including Indian, Nigerian, German, British, and American.

For complex cases, the managing partner personally conducts video meetings with clients to ensure clear communication and understanding. Our entire team maintains minimum B1 English proficiency, enabling direct communication through messengers and timely case updates without language barriers.

5. Cutting-Edge Tech Investment

We invest heavily in modern technology to deliver legal services at the highest level. Our tech stack includes Pipedrive CRM for client management, Google Drive for secure document storage, Zapier and Pabbly for automation, Timelines AI and Claude AI for enhanced efficiency, Finmap for financial management, and Zakon Online for legal research.

We utilize electronic court systems and participate in video conference hearings, eliminating travel costs and enabling us to represent clients throughout all of Ukraine efficiently. This technological advantage allows us to reduce expenses while maintaining presence in courts nationwide.

Our continuous investment in cutting-edge technology ensures we provide seamless document management, secure file sharing, and streamlined case tracking - all contributing to faster, more efficient legal representation at the highest professional standard.

6. Crisis-Tested Reliability

We have successfully operated through pandemic lockdowns, wartime conditions, power outages, and missile attacks. Our commitment to client service remains unwavering regardless of external circumstances. When crisis strikes, we continue delivering results while maintaining full communication and professional standards.

Ready to Experience the Difference?

We hope we have convinced you that our higher fees reflect genuine value and superior service. We want to reassure you that our prices are not unreasonably inflated - they simply reflect the true cost of delivering exceptional legal representation.

We invite you to use our services and evaluate their quality firsthand. Experience what it means to work with lawyers who are personally invested in your success.

At Disputes Law Firm, we have extensive experience in serving international clients.

We execute and sign agreements remotely, instruct our clients on how to send original papers to Ukraine, and how to certify and legalize power of attorney, in case we can't handle the case with a Client-Attorney agreement.

All communication is done through messengers like WhatsApp, Telegram, Viber, and an email.

All data is stored and accessed securely through cloud-based technologies.

The initial consultation fee at Disputes Law Firm varies depending on the nature and complexity of your legal matter:

For straightforward regular practice matters and inquiries about our standard procedures, there is no consultation fee.
If you require legal advice and guidance specific to your case, the consultation fee is as follows:
- 70 euros for general questions or matters that do not require extensive research.
- 130 euros for complex inquiries that involve in-depth research, document discovery, or other evidence-related tasks.

Please feel free to reach out to us with your specific questions, and we can provide more precise guidance on the consultation fee applicable to your situation.

Our office is located at 5 Pyrogova Street, Office 2-A, in Kyiv, Ukraine (postal code: 01054).

You can find us near the "Universytet" metro station.

For your convenience, here's a link to the map.

We offer options such as PayPal, Ukrainian Bank IBAN, European Bank IBAN, and United States bank account through Wise Services. Additionally, you can use Visa, MasterCard, Apple Pay, and Google Pay with the national payment processor Fondy.

At our office you can pay with cash or with a bank card.

Additionally, we offer the option to pay with cryptocurrency, specifically USDT, using a Binance wallet service, for those who are comfortable with digital currencies.

Please let us know which method works best for you.

We understand the importance of trust and authenticity when seeking legal assistance.

Here are several reasons why you can trust Disputes Law Firm:

We are a well-established and reputable law firm located in Kyiv, Ukraine.
Our founder and Managing Partner, Dmytro Chuguienko, is a licensed attorney with a proven track record of expertise, which you can verify through available information on the internet.
We maintain active and verifiable accounts on trusted platforms such as TrustPilot, Google My Business and Facebook, where you can find authentic client reviews spanning over the past 8 years.
We take immense pride in our exceptional reputation and our unwavering commitment to providing client-oriented services.

We encourage you to research our firm and read reviews from our clients to gain confidence in our authenticity and dedication to serving your legal needs.

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