Merger and Acquisition Lawyers in Astana and Almaty, Kazakhstan

Esplora Legal is a trusted M&A law firm based in Astana and Almaty, Kazakhstan, offering strategic legal advice to local and international businesses involved in mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and joint ventures. Our experienced M&A lawyers in Astana provide end-to-end support, from legal due diligence and transaction structuring to regulatory approvals and post-deal integration.

We act as commercial advisors to investors, corporates, private equity firms, venture capital funds, and multinational companies executing transactions in Kazakhstan or across Central Asia. With a deep understanding of local law and international deal-making practices, we help you manage legal risk, protect value, and complete deals efficiently.

Why Choose Esplora Legal as Your M&A Law Firm in Astana

Kazakhstan’s evolving business landscape offers significant opportunities for growth through mergers and acquisitions. Astana, the country’s capital and a rising financial hub, attracts increasing cross-border activity. However, legal complexities, regulatory oversight, and language barriers can slow down or derail transactions without the right legal support.

Esplora Legal stands out as an M&A law firm in Astana due to our ability to combine global experience with local insight. Our lawyers are fluent in English, Russian, and Kazakh, and regularly work with ministries of Kazakhstan, competition authorities, and the Astana International Financial Centre (AIFC). We have handled cross-border deals involving India, China, the UAE, Europe, and the CIS region.

Our team ensures your transaction is legally sound, commercially structured, and compliant with all local and sector-specific regulations.

Our M&A Legal Services in Kazakhstan

We offer a comprehensive suite of merger and acquisition legal services designed to support both buyers and sellers in domestic and international transactions.

Legal Due Diligence

We conduct thorough legal due diligence on target companies, including corporate structure, licenses, contracts, litigation risks, labour matters, environmental compliance, tax exposure, and regulatory standing. Our due diligence reports are detailed, actionable, and tailored for legal and commercial decision-making.

Deal Structuring and Negotiation

We advise on optimal deal structures, whether asset purchases, share transfers, joint ventures, or hybrid arrangements. We draft and negotiate heads of terms, letters of intent, share purchase agreements, asset transfer documents, shareholder agreements, option agreements, and confidentiality agreements, ensuring full alignment with your strategic goals.

Regulatory Approvals and Compliance

Our M&A lawyers liaise with Kazakhstan’s competition authorities, tax committees, and relevant sector regulators to obtain necessary clearances. We ensure compliance with merger control laws, foreign investment restrictions, and AML obligations. For companies registered in the AIFC, we provide parallel guidance under the AIFC legal regime.

Post-Acquisition Support

We offer support with corporate restructuring, employment transitions, intellectual property transfers, lease and contract novation, and change of control notices. Our lawyers ensure a smooth integration process and continuity of operations post-closing.

M&A Expertise Across Industries

We have advised clients on transactions across a wide range of sectors, including:

• Energy and natural resources (oil, gas, mining)
• Manufacturing and industrials
• Telecommunications and IT
• Financial services and fintech
• Transportation and logistics
• Real estate and construction
• Agribusiness and food processing

We tailor our approach based on the unique legal and regulatory issues facing each industry, working closely with tax, finance, and commercial advisors to deliver complete solutions.

Cross-Border M&A in Kazakhstan

Kazakhstan’s strategic location and growing ties with China, Russia, India, and the Middle East have made it a key player in cross-border mergers and acquisitions. Our M&A law firm in Astana and Almaty is equipped to handle international transactions involving multiple jurisdictions.

Our recent cross-border experience includes:

• Advising a Chinese conglomerate on the acquisition of a mining company located in Kazakhstan.
• Assisting a European investor in the divestment of a joint venture in Kazakhstan’s telecom sector.
• Representing an Indian energy company in a complex multi-jurisdictional joint venture based in Astana.
• Advising Irish Architectural company on legal issues related to M&A in Kazakhstan.

We understand the legal, tax, and operational challenges involved in cross-border deals and offer full project management from start to finish.

Our Astana-Based M&A Legal Team

Esplora Legal’s M&A practice in Kazakhstan is led by Syuzanna Li, Partner and Head of the Central Asia Desk. With over a decade of experience in cross-border transactional law, Syuzanna and her team provide highly personalized legal support that balances local requirements with international business expectations.

Our Almaty and Astana offices are staffed with lawyers trained in international M&A, competition law, and regulatory compliance, giving clients a strong advantage in negotiating and closing deals within Kazakhstan’s unique legal landscape.