
Baker & McKenzie - CIS, Limited focuses on international and local arbitration, as well as litigation proceedings for clients in key industry sectors including oil, gas, energy, telecoms, pharma, mining and infrastructure. The firm benefits from its inclusion in the firm’s global dispute resolution practice group, which provides IT platforms for clients in litigation and arbitration proceedings. The team is also well regarded for its expertise involving disputes with state authorities, including anti-monopoly and tax and customs. Managing partner Azamat Kuatbekov co-heads the team alongside Alexander Korobeinikov, with Kuatbekov skilled in litigation and arbitration matters, and Korobeinikov noted for his experience in high-value arbitration proceedings, including the first arbitration matter under the Arbitration Rules of the Astana International Financial Centre. Alissa Inshakova supports the main partners in litigation and arbitration proceedings.
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Testimonials
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‘Helpful team with superb English skills. Effective case handling and impressive results.’
‘Alexander Korobeinikov is a pleasure to work with and continues to deliver.’
Key clients
- FoodMaster Trade
- UPNK-PV
Work highlights
Represented Lucent Petroleum in construction litigation.
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Practice head
Azamat Kuatbekov; Alexander Korobeinikov
Other key lawyers
Alissa Inshakova


