Kinstellar LLP‘s practice engages in a wide range of market-leading matters, including commercial disputes, infrastructure arbitration, construction disputes, and enforcement proceedings. Experienced in assisting clients across an array of industries such as oil and gas, mining, metals and tech, the team is involved in high-value disputes across Kazakhstan and the wider Central Asia region. Practice head Ardak Idayatova advises on international arbitration and complex commercial matters. Farukh Iminov support clients from across multiple industries.
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Testimonials
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- ‘A great team who are focussed on getting a result for the client even in the face of slippery opponents.’
- ‘Ardak Idayatova was a good lead partner on a difficult case, not giving up when the opponent tried to avoid enforcement. ’
Key clients
- Freschette Limited
- Baku Steel Company LLC
- Bazis Construction LLP
- Altai Polymetals LLP
- Terekti Ken Bayitu LLP
- ColosseoEAS
- HYRASIA ONE
Work highlights
Represented Freschette Limited in a landmark AIFC Court matter that established, for the first time, the Court’s jurisdiction over the foreclosure of immovable property in Kazakhstan.
Represented Altai Polymetals LLP and Terekti Ken Bayitu LLP, two major industrial mining companies operating in Kazakhstan’s Karaganda Region, in objecting to interim measures granted by a Kazakh court in support of a Singapore-seated arbitration commenced by Pacific Trade House Limited.
Represented Bazis Construction LLP in a dispute with a public authority concerning a KZT 35 billion flood protection project on the Khorgos River – advising on contract variation and time extension claims.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Farukh Iminov
Practice head
Ardak Idayatova
Other key lawyers
Farukh Iminov