Anti-doping practice is a highly specialized area of sports law that deals with the protection of athletes' rights in cases of allegations of anti-doping rule violations. Such cases require a deep understanding of WADA procedures, the regulations of international federations, and the jurisdiction of sports arbitrations.
Our lawyers have experience in supporting anti-doping cases both in Ukraine and internationally, including the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS).
If prohibited substances are detected in an athlete's blood or urine, a procedure is automatically initiated that may lead to disqualification, deprivation of medals, and loss of contracts. We enter the case from the first stages:
Analysis of the violation report
Chain of custody verification
Assessment of the correctness of the sampling procedure
Preparation of statements, explanations, petitions to the anti-doping authority
Representation of interests in the disciplinary committee or CAS
Use or detection of prohibited substances (anabolics, stimulants)
Refusal to take the test
Manipulation of samples or documents
Undeclared use of medications with prohibited ingredients
Whereabouts failures
Many athletes are unaware that even with a positive test result, they have a number of rights:
Get full information about the procedure
Submit a request for analysis of sample B
Provide medical evidence and explanations
Seek independent legal advice
We guarantee compliance with all athlete rights and carefully defend every detail of the case.
Experience in participating in cases under the WADA Anti-Doping Code
Confirmed cases with reduced suspension or full acquittal
Cooperation with independent experts, laboratories and doctors
Confidentiality and speed of response - we are involved on the day of your request
Can disqualification be avoided if the substance entered the body accidentally? Yes, in certain cases it is possible to prove a lack of intent or a minor level of guilt - this allows you to reduce or completely avoid punishment.
How long does an anti-doping case last? Depends on the level of competition, federation structure, and appeals. Usually 1 to 6 months.
Can an anti-doping decision be appealed? Yes, decisions of disciplinary committees can be appealed to the CAS (Court of Arbitration for Sport).