Justice, quality, results are the main principles of the work of the famous lawyer from Vinnytsia Maksym STOROZHENKO. He is chosen by clients because he is not afraid of complex and high-profile cases, and is also ready to explain legal intricacies to everyone in an understandable language. Read about the protection of the rights of the military and mobilized, the fight against corruption and free legal aid in our interview.

– Mr. Maksym, greetings! In what family did you grow up? Why did you choose the path of a lawyer?
– I was born in a family of workers and military, where honour, justice and courage were always valued. These principles motivated me to become a lawyer to protect those in need and to fight for the truth.
– How was your career forming? When did you open your own office?
– My career as a lawyer is a path of continuous improvement. I always strove to achieve the best results and help people. I opened my own office in 2005, and since then my team and I have been running a successful law practice.
– How did your life change after the beginning of the full-scale Russian invasion?
– The war changed the life of every Ukrainian, and I am no exception. My main mission now is to protect the rights of military personnel, veterans and their families, to help those affected by war. At that time, the «Prometheus» project was born – our initiative that unites lawyers, human rights defenders and not indifferent people to fight for justice and create a better future.
– What kind of cases do you work with most often now?
– Most of the cases concern military law, protection of the rights of the mobilized, support of veterans, as well as the fight against corruption and lawlessness. As part of the “Prometheus” project, we provide free legal assistance to military personnel and their families, as well as develop modern tools to protect the rights of citizens including a legal chatbot.
– Today, 96% of the cases you lead are successful! Could you mention the most resonant one?
– Case No. 120/359/24 concerned the dispute with the Pension Fund.
The fact of the matter:

• The pension fund denied a war veteran an early old-age pension.
• Courts of first and appellate instances returned the statement of claim due to the alleged missed deadline for appeal.
• In the cassation appeal, we emphasized the special status of the military and the conditions of martial law.
• The Supreme Court satisfied the appeal, annulled the previous decisions and sent the case for a new consideration.
  This victory became an important precedent that protects the rights of servicemen and confirms the need to take into account the circumstances of their service.
  – Openness, perseverance… What is the formula for your success?
  – My formula for success is a combination of professionalism, honesty and belief in what I do. The support of my team, friends and brother Adam is also important.
  – Tell us a little about yourself. What rules do you follow in life?
  – I am a person of word and deed. I believe in justice, goodness and the strength of the human spirit. In life, I adhere to the principles of honesty, decency and mutual assistance.
  – In your opinion, is it possible to defeat corruption in Ukraine? What is needed for this?
  – Yes, I am convinced that corruption can be overcome. This requires the joint work of the authorities, civil society and every Ukrainian. It is necessary to root out corruption schemes, change the system and ensure the inevitability of punishment. The “Prometheus” project is actively working on this, providing legal support and creating public control tools.
  – What would you wish Ukrainians, in particular the military, in the New Year?
  – In the New Year, I wish all Ukrainians, and especially our military, good health, strength of spirit, faith in victory and a peaceful sky overhead. May 2025 bring us happiness, well-being and the fulfilment of dreams!
  I want to thank the three women in my life.
  My mother, Lidiya Storozhenko, for giving birth to me and bringing me up.
  Mrs. Olha Tereshchenko, Head of the Vinnytsia Region Bar Council, for the gained work experience and advice.
  Mrs. Maryna Yaroslavska, designer, founder of the “Yaroslavna” Company, for supporting me in style.