Noted for its expertise within the banking sector of Kazakhstan, Kinstellar LLP regularly acts as counsel on both the buyer and seller side of M&A transactions for major domestic and international banks. The team is experienced in working on cross-border transactions, including those involving documents governed by English law, with one standout matter involving advising the establishment of a digital bank, which included an in-depth analysis of Kazakhstan’s regulatory framework for digital banking. Joel Benjamin co-leads the practice and has been involved in a broad spectrum of transactions, from trade finance to  M&A deals. Adlet Yerkinbayev also co-leads the team and focuses on large-scale M&A projects for clients in the banking sector. Kuanysh Shekerbekov and Kuanysh Kanlybayev are other key names from the firm.
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  • 'This practice stands out for its deep industry knowledge, exceptional client commitment, and a proactive approach to legal challenges. Potential clients would appreciate the breadth of team's capabilities.'
  • 'Kinstellar is distinguished by its client-focused approach, providing tailored legal strategies that address both corporate and non-standard, complex issues. The team excels in navigating intricate legal challenges, offering deep expertise.'
  • 'The team is extremely hard-working, responsive and adopts a very commercial and international approach to work, which is unique in the areas they operate in.'
  • 'Kinstellar was outstanding in the representation our company. All the attorneys were very responsive and knowledgeable in a number of different practice areas.'

Kernmandanten

  • Baiterek National Managing Holding Joint Stock Company
  • Halyk Bank
  • Solva Group
  • Alvari
  • KazMicroFinance
  • European Bank for Reconstruction and Development
  • Kaspi
  • China Petroleum & Chemical Corporation

Highlight-Mandate

  • Advising Baiterek National Managing Holding Joint in connection with the sale of Bereke Bank.
  • Advised Halyk Bank on the sale of 100% of its shares in Kyrgyzstan to a consortium of buyers within the investment group VIsor International DMCC.
  • Provided legal advice to Solva on the structuring of ownership and the establishment of a new bank.

Anwält*innen

Führende Partner*innen

Die stärksten Partner*innen ihres Praxisbereichs, die eine führende Rolle in signifikanten Mandaten einnehmen und weitreichende Anerkennung unter Wettbewerbern und Mandanten genießen.

Praxisleitung

Joel Benjamin; Adlet Yerkinbayev

Weitere Kernanwält*innen

Kuanysh Shekerbekov; Kuanysh Kanlybayev