Professional Victory: The Legal Team of Darnytsia Among Best Legal Departments 2025
The legal team of Darnytsia Pharmaceutical Company received prestigious recognition—being named the best in Ukraine in the field of competition law according to the annual research "Leading Legal Departments of Ukraine — Best Legal Departments 2025."
Success in the field of competition law is the result of teamwork, in which a crucial role is played by Ivanna Medvedieva, legal counsel at Darnytsia, who professionally supports all competition law projects and consistently upholds the principles of fair competition in the pharmaceutical market.
Special recognition was also granted to Dmytro Huz, Darnytsia’s intellectual property lawyer, who was named the best legal counsel in intellectual property law.
These awards were presented at the XIII Annual Legal Counsel Forum in Kyiv, where the results of the "Best Legal Departments" study, conducted by the publication Yurydychna Praktyka (Legal Practice), were announced.
The "Best Legal Departments" project, established in 2013, is one of the most authoritative in the legal field. Its methodology is based on a detailed analysis of quantitative and qualitative performance indicators of legal departments, supplemented by independent voting from market professionals.
“This award is the result of deep synergy within our team, our constant development, and our pursuit of transparency and professionalism. We always put quality and integrity first. Every day, we work not only for the business, but also for justice in the market and fair competition. When our work is recognized by the entire legal community, it’s a moment when you know you’re on the right path,” says Serhii Bobylev, Compliance, Corporate & Legal Director at Darnytsia.
“Intellectual property law is always a challenge, prompting us to seek unconventional solutions and protect the creations of intellect and talent. For me, this award is proof that you should never give up, even in the toughest cases. It’s an incredible pride to be part of a team that transforms the pharmaceutical industry of Ukraine,” adds Dmytro Huz, intellectual property lawyer at Darnytsia.
“To receive such recognition is a great honor and an even greater motivation. Every day, we work to keep the market transparent and the rules fair for everyone. Being part of a team that raises standards and fights for justice in pharmaceuticals inspires us never to stop striving for more,” shares Ivanna Medvedieva, legal counsel at Darnytsia.