‘Baker McKenzie is always able to provide quality advice on any legal matter. The team is committed to resolving all issues quickly and efficiently and they are always able to engage best individuals both inside the firm and outside consultants on complicated international matters.’

‘Azamat Kuatbekov has advised me on all legal matters in Kazakhstan and globally for around 20 years now. He is an outstanding professional and a person of highest integrity and compassion. He is the best legal professional in Kazakhstan in dispute resolutions and corporate law. I have worked with almost all international firms in Kazakhstan, and based on my personal experience I can confirm this without any doubt.’

‘I think it is its people and its powerful network what makes them different.’

‘I consider that in respect of the oil and gas arbitration cases I know, the work provided for by the team was of top-quality. The issues dealt with were highly challenging, difficult and complex. One dispute amounted to a number of billions of dollars and was related to various cutting-edge contractual, fiscal, financial and economic issues in regard to interpretation and implementation of petroleum production sharing-contracts and related agreements. ’

‘Based on my long and global experience in oil and gas matters and considering my interaction with Curtis, Mallet-Prevost, Colt & Mosle LLP (CMP) lawyers, I remain deeply impressed by their efficient and excellent performance.’

‘Their strategic mindset stands out. Rather than approaching disputes reactively, they take a proactive stance. They thoroughly analyze cases, develop innovative strategies, and explore alternative dispute resolution methods to save time and costs. What I appreciate most is their unwavering commitment to clients. They prioritize understanding our goals, providing clear communication, and involving us in decision-making throughout the process.’

‘Dentons dispute resolution practice can be named as one of the most successful in Kazakhstan. Dentons lawyers participated in number of anti monopoly, tax, commercial litigation for our company. Dentons can deliver any number of lawyers, and can bring high quality in Kazakhstan. In general, Dentons is the most successful firm in Kazakhstan.’

‘Daniyar Toigonbayev, dispute resolution practice partner is different from competitor based on his expertise and knowledge of the market. Daniyar demonstrates high quality and availability. Arthur Utarbayev is another lawyer worth mentioning. He proves high availability and in depth knowledge of criminal and corporate law.’

‘Reed Smith LLP is known for several unique qualities and strengths that potential clients might find appealing.’

‘The firm has a deep understanding of various industries, including energy, financial services, life sciences, and more. Clients often appreciate their lawyers’ industry-specific knowledge and insights.’

‘Reed Smith is committed to putting its clients first. They often tailor their legal solutions to meet the specific needs of each client, ensuring a personalized and client-centric approach.’

‘We work with Sofiya Zhylkaidarova, who is the No.1 oil & gas lawyer in Kazakhstan in terms of reputation and expertise. For litigation advice we rely on Talgat Sariev, who is an excellent point of reference to plan and implement in-court defense. Both of them are stellar lawyers who make the firm an exceptional choice in Kazakhstan.’

‘The TKL advantage is availability. While many firms take a lot of time to engage, the TKL lawyers can act immediately.’

‘Bakhyt Tukkulov is very strong litigator who is not shy to act absolutely anyone. He is ready to start confrontation with any agency or stakeholder in case their actions are illegal. He is instrumental in preparing lawsuits and claims on high quality level. He perceives problems of his clients as his own. Bakhyt is YES man, he never refused to take any case.’

‘Very dedicated and specialised dispute resolution practice. Very sharp compared to other firms. ’

‘What truly sets Unicase apart is its ability to navigate challenging legal situations with finesse. Unicase’s skillful approach and unwavering dedication to their client’s interests shone through.’

The pinnacle of Unicase’s success in dispute resolution was its strategic brilliance in achieving a pre-trial resolution through the interdepartmental commission. By developing a well-thought-out strategy and presenting compelling arguments, they not only resolved the matter favourably but also influenced recommendations for improving tax legislation. This achievement underscores their ability to innovate and make a lasting impact.’

‘Artem has consistently proven himself to be an exceptional legal professional, displaying a remarkable blend of legal expertise, strategic thinking, and unwavering dedication. Artem’s deep understanding of complex legal matters, particularly in the realm of dispute resolution, is truly impressive. He possesses a keen analytical mind that allows him to dissect intricate legal situations with precision. His ability to identify key issues, analyse the nuances of our case, and provide insightful counsel has been invaluable to our clients.’

‘The company works with knowledge of the case and clear approaches. All issues of the court case were resolved promptly and on time.’

‘I liked that the lawyers of AEQUITAS were extremely client-oriented, worked with an individual approach to each emerging issue.’

‘Grata is the biggest and oldest local firm in Kazakhstan. It has a wealth of experience and local knowledge.’

‘Baizhan Bekzhanov is very commercial and sound. A good and solid name in the market. Askar Konysbayev is a great litigation partner. He knows the market and he knows how to convince the court.’

‘Grata has a good overall team of lawyers and the partners are very skilled. Professional.’

‘Sayat Zholshy & Partners is a well known law firm in Kazakhstan with very good reputation. They have very high standards of work. Also they are known for their team work. They are team of proffesionals, provides exceptional legal services at high level.’

‘I would like to recommend Managing Partner Vitaliy Vodolazkin and Counsel Assel Sandybayeva. They are very good lawyers. Vitaliy leads their Dispute Resolution practice and is a top litigator in Kazakhstan.’

‘We worked with Vitaliy Vodolazkin who leads their Dispute Resolution practice. He is an exceptional lawyer and one of the most reputable lawyers in Kazakhstan. He understands what we need. It is very hard to contest with him in the courts.’

‘The team works promptly, and they are very accurate with details. Their knowledge of the legislation was exceptional.’

‘Tair and Darkhan are very competent and polite people. They are attentive to details and work to save their customer’s time.’

‘The team is quite good. They are big enough to house many different specialists to address various challenges. The name is recognizable and brings some confidence to international management team when choosing appropriate firm for the case.’

‘They make effort to make client experience feel good. Good feedback during all stages of the case process: stakeholders kept well informed.’

‘I would like to note the unique professional background of the team. Team has high level of competence, which allows to obtain economic, technological, and social benefits. The team demonstrates in-depth knowledge of the subject. The team is available at any time of the day, provide practical advice on requests.’