Grata International is ranked ‘Outstanding’ in general business law. The firm has been especially active in the natural resources sector in the past year, particularly in mining, and oil and gas. Partner Yerzhan Yessimkhanov has extensive experience in the areas of construction, infrastructure, real estate and telecommunications.
Client feedback
"They effectively protected our position in front of the customer, and most points were ultimately accepted by the customer." – Oil & gas
"Grata International provides Kazakh local law advice very well." – Oil & gas
Work highlights
Advised Siemens on various aspects of Kazakhstan law related to the global spin-out of Innomotics, a new company focusing on motors and drives. The firm's work included assisting with the incorporation of a new subsidiary in Kazakhstan, advising on corporate governance matters, and facilitating the transfer of assets.
Advised Food Empire Holdings, a global leading food company, on its acquisition of Tea House in Kazakhstan. The firm's comprehensive services included structuring the transaction, conducting legal due diligence on the target company, preparing transaction documents, obtaining merger clearance from relevant authorities, and handling the registration of the share transfer.
Key clients
Barrick Gold Corporation, Knauf, Qlik
