Asia-Pacific Uzbekistan General Business Law

Dentons is an impressive global law firm with an office in Tashkent, noted for its expertise in corporate, finance and subsoil matters, with a strong construction practice. The firm also advises on regulatory issues associated with energy projects, as well as capital markets issuances. Dentons has a wide global network, making it a popular choice for clients with inbound cross-border projects. Clients represented by the team include the National Bank for Foreign Economic Activity of the Republic of Uzbekistan.

Azizov & Partners is a long-established law firm in Uzbekistan, acting for a broad range of international clients. The team is well versed in handling commercial law matters, including project finance and development. Azizov & Partners additionally represents clients in contentious matters, including contractual disputes. The firm has notable experience advising a range of clients and, in particular, those from the pharmaceutical and energy industries, such as Aksa Enerji, Novo Nordisk and Cadila Pharmaceuticals.

Kosta Legal is a notable law firm with a strong presence in the Uzbek market, advising on a variety of domestic and cross-border mandates. The firm serves a sizeable roster of mainly international corporates, providing tailored project financing and corporate structuring advice. The team is also instructed on litigation and employment matters, and has experience handling work in the energy, pharmaceutical and agricultural industries. Clients represented by Kosta Legal include the IFC and Bravo Pharmaceuticals.

Leges Advokat has a well-reputed banking and finance legal team in Tashkent, regularly advising major international financial institutions on local law issues related to project financing. The lawyers are experienced in a wide range of corporate and commercial mandates including loan facilities, joint ventures and acquisitions. The team represents local and international clients, such as Philip Morris, Suez and Uz-Kor Gas Chemical.

Kinstellar has a notable banking and finance legal practice in Uzbekistan, offering clients a broad scope of expertise in cross-border lending and regulatory mandates. The team also handles corporate governance, bond issuances and M&A, as well as project financing work. The firm handles mandates for financial institutions and clients in the energy and real estate sectors, among others.