Corporate and Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)
With a 10+ years of experience, our team specializes in advising market leaders, international investors, and local businesses in navigating complex corporate and M&A transactions in Kazakhstan and beyond. Our lawyers have a proven track recordof delivering results with precision, efficiency, and adherence tointernational best practices.
Our key strengths
Extensive expertise in cross-border anddomestic M&A deals
Strong understanding of local andinternational regulatory environments
Experience with major private and public transactions, joint ventures, and corporate restructurings
Deep industry knowledge in sectors like energy, finance, technology, and natural resources
Our services
M&A Transaction Advisory
- Full-Scope Due Diligence: Comprehensive buyer/vendor legal due diligence for acquisitions and investments
- Transaction Structuring: Legal design of deal structures, ensuring tax efficiency and risk mitigation
- Drafting and NegotiatingAgreements: Preparation of Share Purchase Agreements (SPAs), Shareholders’Agreements, Joint Venture Agreements, and other key contracts
- Regulatory Approvals: Support in obtaining antimonopoly consents, foreign investment clearances, andstate approvals (e.g., subsoil use transfers)
- Closing Support: Assistance with deal execution, conditions precedent, and post-closing obligations
Corporate Governance and Structuring
- Advising on company establishment, corporate governance frameworks, and compliance
- Structuring and implementing joint ventures and strategic partnerships
- Developing and reviewing corporate charters, internalpolicies, and shareholder arrangements
- Assistance with changes to corporate structure: mergers,acquisitions, spin-offs, and liquidations
Joint Ventures and Partnerships
- Advising stakeholders on forming JVs, including equity contributions and governance mechanisms
- Drafting bespoke Joint Venture Agreements and perational frameworks
- Resolving disputes and ensuring long-term governance efficiency
Corporate Restructuring and Reorganization
- Supporting mergers, spin-offs, asset transfers, and liquidation processes
- Advising on increasing or reducing charter capital and restructuring ownership
- Legal support for corporate reorganizations to optimize operations and tax efficiency
Post-M&A Support
- Assisting with post-transaction integration and compliance
- Advising on employment and governance transitions
- Providing ongoing legal advisory services to ensure operational continuity
Compliance and Risk Management
- Identifying and mitigating risks associated with ownershipstructures, governance, and regulatory compliance
- Advising on complex cross-border investment structures
Why Choose Us for Corporate and M&A?
Proven Experience
Our lawyers have successfully supported major M&A deals, including acquisitions, divestitures, and joint ventures, valued at billions of dollars
Global Standards, Local Expertise
Leveraging our deep knowledge of Kazakhstan’s legal framework and international best practices
Strategic Approach
We develop tailored strategies to meet your business goals while minimizing legal and operational risks
Cross-Disciplinary Team
Multi-sector expertise ensures seamless execution for large-scale and complex transactions