Dentons‘ real estate practice, which covers construction and infrastructure matters, advises major international clients on all aspects and phases of construction projects in Kazakhstan, including the legal, commercial and practical elements. At the head of the practice is Birzhan Zharasbayev, who advises on PPP, corporate and commercial matters for real estate and construction projects – including renewable energy projects. Bogdan Piskorskiy is an expert in transactional real estate matters.

GRATA International‘s real estate and construction practice assists international clients in project developments in Kazakhstan, particularly in energy-related construction projects. The team offers both commercial and contentious advice, as well as assisting the state in both legislation, such as with the adaptation of FIDIC forms in Kazakhstan legislation, to assisting major PPP projects. Yerzhan Yessimkhanov heads the construction & infrastructure, real estate departments and is an advisor in nationally significant infrastructure projects. Darya Zhanysbayeva also works in the practice and offers commercial advice on energy projects.

Kinstellar LLP advises clients in the real estate and construction sectors, particularly through transactions and projects in the residential, hospitality and energy industries. Ardak Idayatova is an expert in infrastructure and construction disputes, advising foreign investors and international contractors through arbitrations. Joel Benjamin is a key name in the practice.

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP‘s energy and project development team supports clients including investors, banks and state-owned enterprises in energy-related projects and commercial real estate transactions, such as assisting the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank in their major financing project of five wind farms in Kazakhstan. Experienced lawyer Aset Shyngyssov advises on construction and commercial real estate issues, particularly in the energy sector. Bakhytzhan Kadyrov and Asem Bakenova support the practice.

AEQUITAS' construction practice advises on matters concerning the construction of major industrial and social facilities and large residential complexes. The team also offers assistance to foreign clients on property transactions and financing arrangements. Olga Chentsova is experienced in advising global oil and mining companies on environmental legislation, as well as being experienced in construction matters. Chentsova leads the practice with Yelena Manayenko, Yuliya Chumachenko and Yekaterina Khamidullina.

Haller Lomax engages in complex construction and infrastructure work, including energy and natural resources construction projects, petrochemical construction projects, and general PPP work. Leading this practice is Arman Bigazin, who leverages his expertise in infrastructure, construction, and environmental law to advise on construction contracts, PPP structuring, and infrastructure disputes.

Sayat Zholshy & Partners aids clients in project financing, as well as development and construction, and contentious issues. Vitaliy Vodolazkin heads the practice and provides expertise in dispute resolution for real estate and construction matters. Rustam Ospanov is a key team member.

White & Case Kazakhstan LLP‘s team advises on construction and infrastructure matters in a diverse range of industries, including mining and oil and gas, as well as healthcare and energy. The group is experienced advising on issues pertaining to major plant construction projects.  Maxim Telemtayev heads the practice, and Ibragim Kouky  advises clients on project development.