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Azerbaijan > Leading Firms Tier 1

Dentons is well-known in the Azerbaijani market for its strength in the energy sector, with the team regularly assisting with the development of high-profile renewables projects. Banking and finance, capital markets and M&A mandates are also prominent in the group's workload, and the department is sought after by international financial institutions and entities in regulated industries to handle corporate transactions and regulatory matters. Ulvia Zeynalova-Bockin has solid expertise in handling cross-border matters involving banking and corporate law matters, as well as real estate finance and M&A cases. Zeynalova-Bockin co-leads the department with Kamil Valiyev, who advises public and private companies on commercial transactions. James Hogan is a key contact for financial institutions regarding investment work, and is highly regarded for his expertise in assisting with natural resources, commercial and corporate matters. Rena Eminova advises on energy, competition and contract law matters.

Practice head(s):

Ulvia Zeynalova-Bockin; Kamil Valiyev

Other key lawyers:

James Hogan; Rena Eminova; Bakhityar Mammadov

Testimonials

‘Dentons’ Azerbaijan team have established experience and professionalism. They handled the case with diligence.’

‘James Hogan and Bakhtiyar Mammadov were attentive and keen in each detail of our concerns. To the end of our journey, they supported us.’

‘Dentons’ team is highly professional in the advice that they provide, knowledgeable of their customers’ business and industry and are client-oriented.’

‘Kamil Valiyev has a very wide knowledge of IP and beyond. ’

Key clients

ACWA Power

Masdar

Work highlights

  • Advised a prominent developer of high-end residential property on the complex legal framework for seaside property development in Azerbaijan.
  • Assisted ACWA Power with portfolios for power generation, renewable energy and desalinated water production plants.
  • Advised Masdar on the development of three renewable energy projects in Azerbaijan, with SOCAR acting as a minority shareholder.


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