KM & Partners LLP‘s team has handled several acquisitions in the oil and gas sector. Yerzhan Kumarov is the key name.

Magna Law Firm LLP‘s expanding practice advises domestic and international clients operating in Kazakhstan, especially in the energy, infrastructure and automotive sectors. Yernur Toizhanov is the key contact.

NZ Cooperation offers an 'invaluable' understanding of the Kazakhstan market, under the leadership of Nariman Pshenov and Zhanar Raspek.

Providing wide-ranging services, Kinstellar LLP continues to engage in industry-leading transactions, including advising PPF Financial Holdings a.s. and Home Credit Group on the consolidation and sale of Home Credit Bank JSC to ForteBank JSC. The practice advises across a range of industries, providing expertise in Kazakh law and AIFC Law. Joel Benjamin assists with cross-border transactions, including those involving major financial institutions. Adlet Yerkinbayev advises on a range of significant, industry-leading financial transactions. Kuanysh Shekerbekov utilises his AIFC expertise to advise on cross-border transactions.

AEQUITAS‘s practice provides a variety of services, with a particular focus on M&A transactions. The group advises on negotiations and deal structuring, as well as related regulatory and due diligence work. The practice is headed by Yelena Manayenko, who specialises in corporate and commercial law, and Tair Kulteleev. Other lawyers in the practice include Yekaterina Khamidullina and Alexandr Chumachenko.

Dentons‘ expansive practice is active for major clients across a diverse array of industries, including the financial sector, telecoms, and e-commerce. The team has a particular focus on cross-border matters, regularly supporting clients in complex M&A transactions as well as general corporate matters. Abai Shaikenov co-heads the practice, and has expertise in foreign investments and multilateral institution financing. Fellow co-head Gani Ashimkhan is experienced in advising on cross-border M&A and general corporate transactions, and has a record of contributing to the development of legislation. Olga Uriupinskaia is active on a range of cross-border transactions, and has asset management expertise.

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP‘s practice continues to advise on some of the largest transactions in Kazakhstan.  The firm’s full-service corporate M&A practice offers a blend of multi-jurisdictional law expertise, including AIFC law, cross-border transaction experience, and comprehensive sector knowledge in industries such as tech, energy, and mining. Aset Shyngyssov heads the practice, spearheading major transactions including joint ventures and M&A. Bakhytzhan Kadyrov is an experienced corporate lawyer, particularly in M&A deals. Asem Bakenova advises on corporate matters, including those involving state-owned companies.

Baker & McKenzie - CIS, Limited‘s practice covers local and cross-boarder transactions, and is regularly active for international clients. The group offers wide-ranging transactional knowledge, and covers the full range of related matters, including due diligence and contract negotiation, as well as handling issues such as corporate restructurings. Leading the practice are Azamat Kuatbekov who is experienced in advising on corporate matters, Igor Kolupayev, whose practice additionally covers tax issues, and Alexander Korchagin, an expert in capital markets and finance matters.

With expertise in national and regional law, including the AIFC, Centil Law's practice provides a full range of services to clients across multiple industries, such as telecoms, energy, and infrastructure. The group is regularly active in cross-border transactions and assisting clients by guiding them through Kazakh and Central Asian regulations. Ravshan Adilov leads the commercial practice, and assists with complex cross-border matters and assists clients with regulatory compliance. Alexandr Tyo has particular aptitude in M&A and private equity transactions, as well as covering corporate restructurings. Bagzhan Zhamalova departed from the firm in October 2024.

GRATA International‘s practice centres around advising clients involved in complex M&A transactions, including HMS Bergbau AG’s $700 million acquisition of a Kazakhstan lithium business. With a particular focus on large cross-border transactions, the practice represents major corporations in joint ventures and aids international clients in market-entering projects. Igor Lukin heads the practice, and takes a key role in a variety of high value transactions, including joint ventures and complex M&A transactions.

Operating at the forefront of the investment space in Kazakhstan, SIGNUM Law Firm assists investors, buyers, and sellers alike in the full range of transactions, including those involving cross-border elements. Practice head Sofiya Zhylkaidarova advises clients in the energy, oil and gas, and infrastructure sectors. Liza Zhumakhmetova is a well-respected lawyer with experience in advising major clients through cross-border M&A deals. Ulan Stybayev offers a wide-ranging service in corporate and M&A matters.

Unicase Law Firm’s corporate practice provides expertise in domestic and cross-border transactions, with specialised industry experience and knowledge in sectors such as energy, natural resources, financial institutions, and infrastructure. Areas covered by the practice include M&A, joint ventures, corporate structuring, and regulatory compliance. Nurlan Kubenov co-heads the practice and provides expertise in complex M&A transactions. Fellow co-head Saniya Perzadayeva specialises in cross-border projects, including in energy, renewables and infrastructure.

White & Case Kazakhstan LLP fields a team with expertise in domestic and cross-border M&A, corporate structuring and joint ventures. The practice offers a depth of knowledge of different sectors, such as the finance sector, energy, and infrastructure industries, among others, and leverages the expertise of its other offices for its Kazakhstan-related, cross-border projects. The head of the practice is Maxim Telemtayev, who is experienced in M&A transactions and innovative corporate structurings. Adil Nurmaganbetov assists clients in corporate matters, with expertise in issues relating to mining, oil and gas.

Haller Lomax provides services on a wide range of corporate matters, spanning from M&A transactions to commercial contracts, as well as being skilled in sanctions compliance. Restructurings, investments, and funds work are all areas of expertise for the team, which benefits from aptitude in the oil and gas sector. Vilen Adjivefayev heads the practice, regularly advising regional and international clients on M&A transactions.

KPMG Law provides expertise in M&A transactions, including deal structuring, due diligence and regulatory approval, as well as assisting clients on tax. With an expansive, cross-border practice, the team advises major players in markets such as the pharmaceutical, energy, and mining sectors. Alexey Abramov, who leads the practice, provides wide-ranging legal expertise, including real estate and commercial litigation experience, to complement his corporate M&A expertise. Azamat Gumarov provides full-cycle assistance for M&A transactions and general corporate advising for both domestic clients and foreign markets. Assel Kazbekova assists in subsoil, natural resources, real estate and construction matters.

Reed Smith LLP advises on a range of corporate matters, and demonstrates particular aptitude in international transactions involving Kazakhstan. Owing to their cross-office collaboration with their London office, clients benefit from expertise on complex multijurisdictional projects and transactions. Askar Zhansagimov, head of the Astana office, assists both domestic and international matters, with notable strength in corporate restructuring and M&A transactions. Daryl Cue operates from London and works with international clients across varying industries on corporate and commercial matters. David Boutcher recently retired.

Regatta Consult LLP‘s team provides a range of services, advising clients through acquisitions of assets, to the liquidation or sale of legal entities, to due diligence over contracts. Kanat Mazhenov heads the practice and is a skilled negotiator and advisor to shareholders on a wide scope of corporate matters. Yessimzhan Yegemberdiyev's practice is supplemented by his additional qualification in the US State of California, which positions him well to support clients working internationally.

Sayat Zholshy & Partners provides legal expertise to clients on a variety of corporate matters, including corporate structuring, registration, and corporate documentation work, among others. Arman Berdalin brings extensive experience and expertise in M&A across a wide range of industries, and has a strong record advising in cross-border mandates. Olzhas Daniyarov offers expertise in AIFC law.

MG Partners assists clients with the full range of commercial and corporate matters, including providing support in market entry and corporate structuring. The team offers their full-service practice to international businesses across a range of sectors, including mining, IT, and logistics. Inna Ionova leads the Astana office, while Darya Markina heads the Karaganda office.

Rödl & Partner LLP provides legal assistance to domestic and international clients, and in addition to experience working across the wider Central Asia region benefits from particular expertise in German law. Cross-border work is a key area of strength for the team, which offers a comprehensive service which combines, legal, tax, and business advisory services. International law specialist Korlan Alikhanova co-leads the team alongside Assem Ospanbekova and Aizhan Jumagulova. Michael Quiring provides multijurisdictional expertise in corporate law and regulatory compliance, among other issues.

Salus Legal offers clients comprehensive assistance on M&A transactions, including due diligence and transaction structuring, as well as the creation of different legal entities. The group benefits from its robust relationships with international law firms, which draw a diverse clientele from a variety of jurisdictions outside Kazakhstan. The team is headed by M&A expert Kurmangazy Talzhanov and Svetlana Shtopol, whose commercial practice is supplemented by contentious expertise.