Energy & Natural Resources - Kazakhstan
What the team is known for
SIGNUM Law Firm is a domestic legal practice in Kazakhstan providing local law support on cross-border transactions. The legal practice is highly experienced in tax mandates arising from the oil and gas sector as well as subsoil regulatory issues. The law firm acts for large local and international oil and gas and services companies. SIGNUM also offers commercial and dispute resolution support, as well as in relation to VAT.
Strengths
"SIGNUM has very experienced consultants with strong expertise in complex matters."
"SIGNUM is very responsive and offers sufficient attention to client projects. We have always been informed about the status of the project, next steps and risks."
Work highlights
SIGNUM advised the EBRD on the development of the corporate and regulatory framework for a renewable energy project aimed at improving the auction process in Kazakhstan.
Notable practitioners
Sofiya Zhylkaidarova is the managing partner at SIGNUM Law Firm, which has offices in Almaty and Astana. She is well regarded for her work on a range of energy sector matters, including advising clients on regulatory issues. "Sofiya is a top energy and natural resources lawyer in Kazakhstan in terms of knowledge, expertise and market reputation."
