LEGAL SUPPORT FOR MILTECH PROJECTS
MilTech projects operate at the intersection of technology, defense, intellectual property, export controls, government procurement, and investment structuring.
These products often have a complex legal nature: depending on their functionality, technical specifications, end users, jurisdictions, and distribution model, they may qualify as civilian products, military products, or dual-use items.
Our team helps MilTech companies structure their operations, protect their technologies, prepare legal agreements, ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, and safely scale their products in Ukraine and internationally.
Why MilTech?
High demand for technology solutions in the defense and security sectors
Rapid growth of Ukraine's defense-tech ecosystem
Opportunities to work with government, private, and international customers
The need for proper structuring of IP, R&D, and technology ownership
A highly regulated environment due to export controls, dual-use regulations, and military applications
Increased legal requirements for contracts, supply chains, liability, and confidentiality
When Do You Need Legal Support?
Launching MilTech or dual-use products
Structuring R&D, intellectual property, and technology ownership
Drafting and negotiating agreements with contractors, partners, and suppliers
Legal preparation for defense procurement
Assessing export, import, and technology transfer requirements
Structuring investments, grants, and strategic partnerships
Preparing the company for due diligence
Legal support in cooperation with government authorities, foundations, and other stakeholders
Яким компаніям підходить
Legal support in the MilTech and Defense Tech sectors is essential for developers, manufacturers, system integrators, investors, and defense technology suppliers to protect intellectual property, comply with regulatory requirements, and securely structure commercial relationships and contracts.
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MilTech startups
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Defense-tech companies
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UAV and robotics manufacturers
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AI and computer vision projects
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Cybersecurity companies
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R&D teams
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Component manufacturers
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MilTech investors
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Companies developing dual-use products
MilTech Project Support Process
Introductory Consultation
We conduct an initial consultation, analyze the product, business model, team, jurisdictions, potential customers, and planned sales channels.
Legal Qualification of the Product
We determine which legal regimes may be relevant to the product: military-purpose, dual-use, export control, defense procurement, IP, data protection, AI compliance, or cybersecurity.
Company Structuring and Team Relationships
We help choose the corporate structure and formalize relationships with founders, developers, engineers, manufacturers, and contractors.
Intellectual Property Protection
We prepare documents for the assignment of rights to code, design, technical documentation, inventions, utility models, trademarks, trade secrets, and know-how.
Preparation of the Contractual Framework
We draft and adapt agreements with clients, government customers, manufacturers, suppliers, R&D partners, distributors, and investors.
Analysis of Regulatory and Export Control Risks
We assess whether requirements related to the international transfer of military-purpose or dual-use items may apply, including the transfer of technology, software, or technical information.
Preparation for Procurement, Grants, or Investments
We support the preparation of documents for participation in defense procurement, fundraising, due diligence, or negotiations with funds, accelerators, and strategic partners.
Ongoing Legal Support
We provide continuous support regarding contracts, IP, compliance, transaction structuring, protection of confidential information, and project scaling.
Legal Support for a MilTech Project Includes
- Consultations on the launch, structuring, and scaling of a MilTech project
- Analysis of the product from the perspective of potential regulatory, export control, IP, and contractual risks
- Preparation of agreements with founders, team members, developers, manufacturers, suppliers, and customers
- Formalization of the assignment of intellectual property rights to code, technical documentation, design, inventions, know-how, and other R&D results
- Preparation of NDAs, non-compete and non-solicitation provisions, confidentiality policies, and trade secret protection frameworks
- Legal support during negotiations with investors, funds, accelerators, government, and international partners
- Support in preparation for due diligence
- Analysis of requirements related to export, import, technology transfer, and cooperation with foreign counterparties
- Legal support for contractual matters in the areas of defense procurement, supply, R&D, and manufacturing
- Initial support on AI, cybersecurity, data protection, and technology product liability issues
Launching a MilTech Project?
Planning to develop, scale, or raise investment for a MilTech product? Submit your request, and our lawyers will analyze your situation, identify the key legal risks, and propose the most suitable legal support format.
Fill out the form, and our lawyers will contact you to discuss the details.
FAQ
Is every MilTech product considered a military-purpose item?
What are dual-use items?
Does a MilTech company need an export control analysis?
Can the transfer of technology to a foreign partner be considered an export?
Can a MilTech project attract investment?
Is it necessary to formalize intellectual property rights for a MilTech product?
Can a company work with government customers in the defense sector?
How is defense procurement different from ordinary public procurement?
Can certain goods be imported for a MilTech project during martial law?
Where should the legal preparation of a MilTech project begin?
Is every MilTech product considered a military-purpose item?
Not always. The applicable legal regime depends on the product’s functionality, technical characteristics, intended use, end user, and the jurisdictions involved in its supply. Some products may be classified as civilian, some as dual-use, and others as military-purpose items. The Law of Ukraine on State Control regulates the international transfer of military-purpose and dual-use items and defines the concept of "dual-use items."
What are dual-use items?
These are certain types of products, equipment, materials, software, technologies, or related services that are not specifically designed for military use but may be used for military purposes or for the development of military-purpose items.
Does a MilTech company need an export control analysis?
In most cases, yes, if the company plans to export, import, transfer technology, demonstrate its product abroad, work with foreign customers, or disclose technical information to non-residents. The law expressly covers international transfers, including export, import, re-export, temporary import/export, transit, and other forms of transferring items.
Can the transfer of technology to a foreign partner be considered an export?
Yes, in certain cases. The law defines export broadly and includes, among other things, the disclosure of technology to a foreign national or a stateless person. Therefore, the transfer of technical documentation, source code, drawings, or access to technology requires a separate legal analysis.
Can a MilTech project attract investment?
Yes, but the investment structure should take into account IP ownership, control over the technology, restrictions on information transfer, sanctions risks, export control requirements, the corporate structure, and the investor’s status.
Is it necessary to formalize intellectual property rights for a MilTech product?
Yes. For MilTech projects, this is critical because the product is often developed by multiple founders, engineers, developers, contractors, or R&D partners. Without proper IP ownership documentation, issues may arise during fundraising, sales, licensing, government contracting, and due diligence.
Can a company work with government customers in the defense sector?
Yes, but such cooperation has its own legal specifics. The Law of Ukraine "On Defense Procurement" establishes the legal framework for planning and carrying out the procurement of defense-related goods, works, and services for the needs of the security and defense sector.
How is defense procurement different from ordinary public procurement?
Defense procurement follows special procedures established by the Law on Defense Procurement, including closed procurement procedures, restricted tenders, and simplified tenders conducted through the electronic procurement system. Additional rules also apply during martial law.
Can certain goods be imported for a MilTech project during martial law?
Possibly, but the applicable regime depends on the specific item, its classification, and the current regulatory lists. The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has approved a list of goods for which the Law on State Control does not apply to international transfers—specifically imports—during martial law. Compliance should be assessed based on the specific item and the current version of the applicable list.
Where should the legal preparation of a MilTech project begin?
It should begin with an analysis of the product, rights to the technology, the team structure, potential customers, supply jurisdictions, existing agreements, and plans for investment or export. Based on this analysis, the key legal risks can be identified, and a roadmap for launching or scaling the project can be prepared.
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