Corporate & Finance

Dentons is a market-leading law firm in Kazakhstan, providing support to various local financial institutions and clients in the aviation space. The team also acts on corporate structuring and transactional mandates, as well as high-value syndicated financing matters and capital markets deals. Dentons serves a diverse base of clients, including entities in the financial services, aviation and mining industries.

"Dentons has enough resources and expertise to handle complex projects, and can effectively divide work between offices from different countries."

"With Dentons one can always count on thorough analysis and timely response. Dentons Kazakhstan has one of the best finance teams in Kazakhstan and provides reliable high-quality legal service."

Dentons assisted Air Astana with its USD350 million Rule 144A/Regulation S IPO and triple listing on the main market of the London Stock Exchange, the Astana International Exchange and the Kazakhstan Stock Exchange.

Abai Shaikenov is a partner in Almaty. He is well regarded for his market-leading expertise on a wide range of financing matters. He regularly acts for international financial institutions, advising on regulatory issues, notes issuances and capital markets mandates.

Gani Ashimkhan regularly assists international clients with M&A transactions and regulatory issues. "Gani is a strong specialist who understands the specifics of M&A well, with a good focus on the client's business." "Gani tries hard to meet client demands and is reliable in terms of the advice given."

Vassiliy Zenov is a well-regarded partner in Almaty. He regularly assists clients with capital markets and syndicated financing matters. "Vassiliy has very strong knowledge of local legislation and is always ready to help." "Vassiliy is a very professional and client-oriented lawyer who knows the business specifics."