Адвокатское объединение «Захист» Адвокатское объединение «Захист»
Адвокатское объединение «Захист»

Юридические услуги
in Finland

Полное правовое сопровождение в обеих юрисдикциях: Украина + Finland.

400+
Юристов и адвокатов
50+
Офисов в Европе
15+
Лет практики
95%
Дел в пользу клиента

The team of the law firm "Zahis" Bar Association provides legal services in Finland in Ukrainian and Russian: obtaining a residence permit, labor disputes, family and criminal cases, and civil matters. The lawyer supports the client without a language barrier — in person at the office in Helsinki or remotely from any Finnish city.

It is worth reaching out in specific situations: obtaining or extending a residence permit, citizenship, or family reunification; unlawful dismissal, unpaid wages, or breach of contract; divorce, determining children's place of residence, and alimony; criminal cases and protecting the rights of victims or the accused; housing rental, contractual obligations, and debt recovery. Delay weakens a person's position, so it is best to seek consultation as early as possible — each consultation includes a review of the client's documents.

Legal Services in Finland — When They Are Needed

The need for legal assistance arises for immigrants and permanent residents of this country in a variety of circumstances. Some face refusals for residence permits, others encounter workplace conflicts or property division after a divorce. Below are situations where a consultation with a lawyer may be beneficial:

  • application or extension of residence permits, citizenship, family reunification;
  • labor disputes — unlawful dismissal, unpaid wages, contract violations;
  • family disputes — divorce, determination of child residence, alimony;
  • criminal cases and protection of the rights of victims or defendants;
  • civil disputes — housing rental, contractual obligations, debt collection.

Delaying can worsen an individual’s position, so it is advisable to seek legal assistance sooner rather than later. A lawyer in Finland can help assess the prospects of a case before approaching official authorities. Each consultation includes reviewing the client's documents.

Russian-speaking Lawyers in Finland — Advantages of Working in One's Native Language

Finnish law has its own specifics, and understanding it without a specialized education is difficult even for a native speaker. Russian-speaking lawyers in Finland eliminate this barrier: clients receive accurate answers in their native language without the risk of losing important details in translation.

A lawyer in Finland, familiar with the mentality of Ukrainian and Russian-speaking clients, builds trust more quickly, and assistance is provided in a timely manner. The team of lawyers at the legal firm International Law Firm «Zahist» understands Finnish law and the culture of clients from Ukraine. Such Russian-speaking lawyers in Finland spare clients the need to communicate through an interpreter.

Legal Assistance in Finland — Areas of Practice

Legal assistance from International Law Firm «Zahist» covers not just a narrow focus but the entire spectrum of services of a lawyer needed by individuals abroad. The firm offers services in the following areas of legal practice:

  • immigration law — residence permits, deportation, refugee status;
  • labor disputes — protection of the rights of employees and employers;
  • family law — divorce, custody, alimony, prenuptial agreements;
  • criminal cases — representation at all stages of the process;
  • civil disputes — contracts, property and housing issues.

This set of legal services saves clients from having to search for different specialists: one lawyer accompanies the case from start to finish, and all assistance is provided within the framework of one consultation. A complete list of services is discussed individually.

Consultation with a Lawyer in Helsinki and Online — How to Start

You can obtain a consultation with a lawyer in two ways. The first is a personal meeting with a lawyer at the office in Helsinki to discuss the case and hand over documents. The second is a remote consultation for those living in another Finnish city.

The online format is on par with a personal meeting and is suitable for those who wish to receive a consultation without leaving their home. The cost of services depends on the complexity of the case and is clarified during the first consultation. To get started, leave a request on the International Law Firm «Zahist» website — a lawyer will contact you and provide information about the services.

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01

Immigration law in Finland

Migri — from temporary protection to citizenship

Migri (Maahanmuuttovirasto) is the Finnish Immigration Service. Most Ukrainians hold temporary protection, which has been extended. Routes to stable residence include an oleskelulupa (residence permit) based on employment, study, or family, the Startup Visa, and Pysyvä oleskelulupa.

  • Extending temporary protection
  • Oleskelulupa based on employment (myönteinen oleskelulupa, Type B/A)
  • Oleskelulupa based on study, marriage, or business
  • Startup Visa Finland (Business Finland endorsement)
  • EU Blue Card for highly qualified professionals
  • Pysyvä oleskelulupa (permanent residence) after 4 years
  • Family reunification (perheenyhdistäminen)
  • Naturalization — Finnish citizenship
  • Registration with the DVV (Digital and Population Data Services Agency)
  • Appealing Migri refusals to issue or extend a residence permit
02

Family matters between Ukraine and Finland

Finnish family law (Avioliittolaki) is one of the most modern and egalitarian regimes. Divorce can be initiated by either spouse; mediation is recommended but not mandatory. Child support is enforced through the bailiff (ulosottomies).

  • Divorce from a Ukrainian spouse
  • Divorce from a Finnish citizen or a citizen of another EU country
  • Divorce without the consent of the second spouse
  • Cross-border collection of child support
  • Division of property between Ukraine and Finland
  • Marriage contract (avioehto)
  • Recognition of a Ukrainian divorce in Finland
  • Marriage between a Ukrainian and a Finnish citizen
  • Registered partnership (rekisteröity parisuhde)
  • Child custody (huoltajuus), visitation (tapaamisoikeus)
  • Court permission to leave Ukraine with a child without the consent of the second parent
  • Response to child abduction under the Hague Convention
  • Adoption of a child from Ukraine
03

Labor law

Protecting employees in Finland

Finnish labor law (Työsopimuslaki) provides robust employee protections. Collective agreements (työehtosopimus) are mandatory in many sectors. Trade unions are active and serve as the standard route to legal assistance.

  • Reviewing and translating an employment contract
  • Challenging unlawful dismissal
  • Recovery of unpaid wages
  • Disputes concerning collective agreements (TES)
  • Protection from discrimination and harassment
  • Compensation for workplace injuries
  • Preserving residence status when changing employers
  • Yrittäjä (self-employment) matters
  • Transitions between employers
04

Business in Finland

OY, Startup Visa, IT, and innovation

Finland is one of the world's leading innovation hubs (Slush, Aalto Startup Center, Maria01). Registering an OY (Osakeyhtiö, equivalent to an LLC) takes 2-3 weeks; share capital has been EUR 0 since 2019. Strong startup support is available through Business Finland.

  • Registration of an OY (Osakeyhtiö)
  • Registration of a toiminimi (sole proprietorship, similar to a Ukrainian FOP)
  • Startup Visa via Business Finland
  • Business residence permits for entrepreneurs
  • Relocating a Ukrainian business to Finland
  • Relocating IT startups
  • M&A transactions: due diligence, SPA
  • Corporate advisory
  • Contracts with Finnish counterparties
  • Debt collection
  • Trademark registration with the PRH and the EUIPO
  • Access to Business Finland grants and Tekes
05

Real estate, criminal cases, inheritance

Finland allows foreigners to purchase real estate without restrictions (except for strategic territories near the border).

  • Real estate: purchases of apartments (asunto-osakeyhtiö) and houses, transactional due diligence, disputes with the kerrostaloyhtiö
  • Mortgage financing for foreigners
  • Criminal cases: defense in proceedings, challenging fines, deportation risk
  • Inheritance: handling Ukrainian estates for those living in Finland, the European Certificate of Succession, wills
  • Financial law: banks, credit, personal bankruptcy
Почему выбирают именно нас

Две юрисдикции — одна команда

01

Two jurisdictions — one team

Our attorneys are licensed in the country of presence and also versed in Ukrainian law. No need to retain a second lawyer.

02

95% of cases resolved in the client's favor

We do not take on hopeless cases and speak honestly about the chances during the consultation.

03

Transparent pricing with no surprises

Fixed service packages and upfront cost estimates before signing the engagement.

04

eAdvokat mobile app

Full online control of your case, 24/7 communication with your attorney, and documents in a secure environment.

Как начать сотрудничество

Чёткая схема из 4 шагов

01

Consultation

A 15-30 minute session in which we review your situation together and propose an action plan with a timeline and budget estimate.

02

Strategy

A clear action plan, timelines, risks, and budget. You know exactly what comes next.

03

Execution

The team handles the case with full oversight at every stage through our CRM system.

04

Reporting

Case closure, signed acts of completion, and full reporting on the work performed.

Наши офисы

Адвокатське об'єднання "Захист", Фінський окружний відділ

Картакай Євгенія Андріївна

Картакай Євгенія Андріївна

Керівник Фінського окружного відділу Міжнародного управління Адвокатського об’єднання «Захист»

Адрес: м. Гельсінкі, вул. Антінкату (Antinkatu) 3 D, офіс № 1

Адрес:

м. Гельсінкі, вул. Антінкату (Antinkatu) 3 D, офіс № 1

Ориентир:

семиповерхова будівля Граніттітало (Graniittitalo), 7 поверх, район Камппі, перехрестя вулиць Антінкату (Antinkatu) та Саломонкату (Salomonkatu), поруч із торговим центром «Камппі» та станцією метро «Камппі»

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Часто задаваемые вопросы

01What legal situations require the assistance of a lawyer in Finland?
Legal assistance is needed for obtaining or renewing a residence permit, labor disputes, family disputes, criminal cases, and civil disputes such as housing rentals or contractual obligations.
02Why is it important to seek legal assistance as early as possible?
Delaying may worsen your position in the case, so it is important to obtain advice earlier to assess the prospects of the case before approaching official authorities.
03What are the advantages of working with Russian-speaking lawyers in Finland?
Russian-speaking lawyers provide an accurate understanding of legal nuances without the risk of losing important details in translation and establish trust more quickly due to a shared mentality.
04How can one obtain a consultation with a lawyer at the International Law Firm «Zahist»?
Consultations can be obtained in person at the office in Helsinki or online, allowing for convenient discussion of the case and document submission without leaving home.
05What does the cost of legal services depend on?
The cost of services depends on the complexity of the case and is clarified during the first consultation, where the lawyer will discuss all details.
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