Crane IP Law Firm

21/05/2026

Ukrainian authorities have seized HBO’s trademarks registered in Ukraine following the company’s failure to comply with a Supreme Court ruling in the case of Lyudmyla Ignatenko – the widow of firefighter Vasyl Ignatenko, who died responding to the Chernobyl nuclear disaster.
https://craneip.com/hbo-trademarks-seized-in-ukraine-over-unpaid-compensation-in-chernobyl-series-case/

14/04/2026

We are proud to share that Crane IP Law Firm has been named a 2025 Outstanding International IP Service Team under the IP Eagle Talents Selection and Training Program.

This recognition reflects our team’s international capabilities, extensive experience with cross-border IP matters, and our commitment to the highest professional standards.

The IP Eagle Talents Selection and Training Program is a prestigious initiative that develops high-level, multidisciplinary, globally oriented IP professionals. Selections are based on rigorous criteria, including expertise, experience, ethical standards, and contributions to international IP collaboration. The candidates for Outstanding International IP Service Teams are international IP service teams or institutions with extensive experience serving Chinese clients.

We are honored to be included among the leading teams contributing to the global IP landscape.

08/04/2026

We are proud to announce that Crane IP Law Firm has once again been ranked in Legal 500 Europe, Middle East & Africa 2026 guide for Intellectual Property in Ukraine - marking our 7th consecutive year of recognition.

This continued ranking reflects our clients' trust, the strength of our team, and our unwavering commitment to delivering high-quality IP expertise.

One of the Testimonials, collated independently by the Legal 500 research team:

"The individuals I’ve worked with at Crane IP Law stand out for their deep expertise, responsiveness, and genuine commitment to client success. They combine technical excellence with clear, practical communication. Олена Полосьмак Olena Polosmak and Ivan Nikitchenko are both outstanding to work with. Olena combines deep technical expertise with clear, strategic thinking. She has a talent for distilling complex issues into practical, business-focused advice. Ivan is exceptionally responsive and detail-oriented, with a proactive approach that keeps matters moving efficiently and smoothly."

10/02/2026

Рейдерство – давня проблема бізнесу, але цього разу конфлікт вибухнув у середовищі, для якого такі сценарії не характерні. Як корпоративна суперечка в Львівському IT-кластері ледь не зірвала проведення ключової ІТ-події країни? Докладніше https://epravda.com.ua/biznes/skandal-u-lvivskomu-it-klasteri-yak-vdalosya-vryatuvati-it-arena-817430/?_gl=1*13vqrab*_ga*MTUyMzU1NjI5NC4xNzI4NzE3ODAz*_ga_6ELQ7YCNBS*czE3NzAxMTg0Nzgkbzg4OCRnMSR0MTc3MDExODUwOCRqMzAkbDAkaDA.

09/02/2026

We’re delighted to share that Олена Полосьмак, Managing Partner at Crane IP, has been recognized by WTR 1000 as a leading IP law professional 🏆

As one of our clients shared:
“Olena consistently provides clear, actionable advice and handles complex trademark issues with expertise and care. Her responsiveness and commitment have made Crane IP a trusted partner for managing IP portfolios in Ukraine and surrounding countries.”

Congratulations, Olena, on this well-deserved recognition!🎉

30/12/2025