Igor Svitlyk
About Igor Svitlyk
Igor Svitlyk is a lawyer based in Kyiv, UA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in Ukraine™ since 2018. Igor Svitlyk is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Kyiv, Ukraine
- Corporate Governance and Compliance Practice
- Health Care Law
- Life Sciences Practice
Current Firm: Dentons
Location: Kyiv, UA
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