Dear Colleagues and Subscribers!Β We are pleased to introduceΒ GRATA International Expertise, a newsletter that will be released on a monthly basis. Each edition will provide you with valuable insights, updates, and analyses from our team of experts. In this first issue, we offer an overview of our 18 key practice areas, giving you a comprehensive understanding of the scope of expertise within our global team. By clicking on each practice area, you will be able to explore detailed information about our services and capabilities on our website. In upcoming issues, we plan to share real-life cases, industry insights, and best practices that demonstrate how we deliver value to our clients and partners across the globe. We appreciate your trust and interest in GRATA International. Stay with us and feel free to share this information with your colleagues! |
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We offer comprehensive legal services across 18 diverse practice areas. Our team of experienced lawyers provides expert counsel to clients navigating the complexities of these dynamic markets. Please find more information about the each below:Β |
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GRATA Internationalβs Antitrust practice offers a comprehensive range of services for businesses, including merger clearances, antitrust investigations, and compliance audits. Our experts provide tailored solutions to ensure compliance with competition laws, mitigate risks, and resolve disputes. We assist clients in navigating complex competition matters across multiple jurisdictions, helping them with everything from unfair competition and abuse of dominance to cross-border antitrust issues. |
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The Dispute Resolution practice offers expert legal services across a wide range of disputes. Our team handles commercial, corporate, tax, and arbitration matters, as well as pre-trial settlements, enforcement, and asset tracing. We represent clients in courts, arbitration, and disputes with government bodies. π Recognition Legal 500 EMEA Georgia 2024 - Tier 2Β Legal 500 EMEA Kazakhstan 2024 - Tier 2Β Chambers Kazakhstan 2024 - Band 2Β |
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"GRATA work efficiently and can alwats meet our expectations" Chambers 2024 Dispute Resolution |
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We provide legal support for obtaining necessary permits and notifying state authorities before starting or altering business activities. We advise on compliance with regulations, assist with due diligence, and draft contracts related to permit requirements. Our team helps businesses navigate complex legislative frameworks, including those of the Eurasian Economic Union, and represents clients in disputes with state authorities over permit-related issues. |
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The Environmental practice provides legal services to help businesses comply with environmental laws, including permits, risk mitigation, and regulatory requirements. We assist with due diligence during acquisitions, preparing for state inspections, and managing legal risks related to environmental impact. Our team also offers representation in environmental disputes and ensures businesses meet all statutory environmental obligations to avoid severe liabilities. |
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The Tax practice offers a wide range of services for businesses, including tax planning, tax advisory, assistance with tax disputes, and tax risk optimization. We provide tailored solutions that ensure compliance with legal requirements and help minimize tax burdens for companies. π Recognition Legal 500 EMEA Kazakhstan 2024Β - Tax and Customs - Tier 1 |
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Our lawyers provide comprehensive legal support for complex real estate transactions. We assist clients with structuring deals, verifying legal statuses, addressing tax implications, managing disputes and representing clients across construction, development, sale, and rental sectors. Trusted for our extensive experience and in-depth legal knowledge, we guide clients through all stages of real estate transactions and disputes. π Recognition Legal 500 EMEA Kazakhstan 2024 - Real Estate and Construction - Tier 1 |
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GRATA International is a leader in subsoil use law, with a team skilled in handling the legal and technical complexities of contracts and licenses related to oil, gas, and mining operations. We offer comprehensive legal services including assistance with obtaining the necessary consents and waivers, conducting due diligence, and providing legal opinions on compliance with applicable laws. Our expertise extends to advising on subsoil use contracts, local content requirements, and exploration or production extensions, as well as addressing disputes over contract terminations. π Recognition Legal 500 EMEA Kazakhstan 2024 - Energy & Natural Resources - Tier 1 |
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The Corporate and M&A practice provides a full range of services, including advising on mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance, and joint ventures. We assist with due diligence, regulatory approvals, and structuring transactions, as well as drafting key agreements like Share Purchase and Shareholdersβ Agreements. Our expertise in corporate governance ensures effective protection of shareholder rights and management structures.Β π Recognition Legal 500 EMEA Kazakhstan 2024 - Tier 1Β Legal 500 Asia-Pacific China 2025 - Foreign firms > Firms to watch - Tier 1 IFLR 1000Β Kazakhstan 2024 - M&A - Tier 2 IFLR 1000Β Kyrgyzstan 2024 - Financial and corporate - Tier 1 IFLR 1000Β Uzbekistan 2024 - Financial and corporate - Tier 1 Chambers Kazakhstan 2024 - Corporate and Finance - Band 2Β |
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"We have found that GRATA provide timely and concise advice on complex and sophisticated matters" Chambers 2024, Corporate & FinanceΒ |
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Our lawyers provide legal services covering customs, contract regulation, currency control, and WTO/EEU laws. We advise clients on cross-border trade, market development, and compliance with international agreements. Our experts assist with dispute resolution, representation before government bodies, and strategic planning to minimize risks in foreign economic activities. With deep knowledge of Kazakhstanβs customs and trade regulations, we support both domestic and international businesses in navigating the complexities of global trade. |
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Employment The Employment practice offers a wide range of services, including labour law advice, HR documentation development, labour audits, and support in complex labour disputes. We provide tailored solutions to optimize work processes, ensure compliance with employment regulations, and help companies manage employee-related risks effectively. |
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GRATA International has extensive experience and expertise in the application of the AIFC's legal framework. Our Astana office is actively involved in providing pro bono legal support through the AIFC Law Pro Bono Office and regularly assists clients with legal matters in this jurisdiction. We provide legal opinions on good standing, assist with share capital changes, and advise on the redomiciliation of companies to and from the AIFC.Β |
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The Project Finance & PPP practice supports the development and financing of public infrastructure projects through public-private partnerships (PPPs). We assist clients in structuring PPPs, handling legal due diligence, and drafting agreements such as concession contracts. Our team has extensive experience across sectors including transport, energy, water and waste utilities, and social infrastructure. We guide clients through the regulatory process, help secure necessary permits, and ensure compliance with legal obligations, offering tailored solutions for successful project implementation. |
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The Commercial Contracts practice offers a wide range of services, including the development and structuring of sale, supply, construction, lease, and distribution agreements, among others. We provide tailored solutions to mitigate legal risks and ensure compliance, supporting businesses throughout all stages of contract implementation and transactions. Our extensive international experience makes us trusted advisors for clients across various industries, from real estate to telecommunications and procurement. π Recognition Legal 500 EMEA Kazakhstan 2024 - Tier 1Β |
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The Intellectual Property practice provides comprehensive legal services to protect and manage IP assets. We assist with trademark registration, patenting inventions, and drafting licensing and franchise agreements. Our team handles IP disputes, including enforcement against counterfeiting, and offers IP due diligence and audits. With expertise in national and international IP law, we help clients safeguard their brands, inventions, trade secrets, and digital assets. π Recognition Legal 500 EMEA Kazakhstan 2024Β - IP and TMT - Tier 1 |
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The Information Technology and Data Protection team provides legal services on data security, privacy, and IT regulations. We assist with compliance on data collection, processing, protection, and GDPR, develop internal policies, and represent clients during regulatory inspections. Our experts also offer guidance on information security and technology use in business. |
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The Restructuring and Insolvency practice specializes in optimizing business processes and managing risks through effective restructuring strategies. Our team supports both national and international clients facing asset devaluation, debt challenges, and insolvency proceedings. We offer services in business restructuring, debt management, and bankruptcy proceedings, providing tailored solutions for both creditors and debtors. With extensive cross-border experience, we ensure efficient risk management and legal support throughout the entire process. |
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We provide tailored solutions for banking, M&A, debt restructuring, and regulatory compliance. Our team works closely with financial regulators, exchanges, and international partners to deliver top-tier support in sectors like aviation, insurance, and infrastructure. With over 32 years of experience, we serve leading local and international banks, ensuring high-value legal counsel in the finance industry. π Recognition Legal 500 EMEA Kazakhstan 2024 - Banking, finance and capital markets - Tier 2 IFLR 1000Β Kyrgyzstan 2024 - Financial and corporate - Tier 1 IFLR 1000Β Uzbekistan 2024 - Financial and corporate - Tier 1 Chambers Kazakhstan 2024 - Corporate and Finance - Band 2 |
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The Islamic Finance practice offers specialized legal services in compliance with Sharia principles, focusing on banking, investment, and finance transactions. We assist clients with structuring Sharia-compliant financing, including project finance, Islamic bonds (Sukuk), and Islamic insurance (Takaful). Our team provides advice on regulatory issues, risk mitigation, and dispute resolution, ensuring that all financial operations align with Islamic law. We support both local and international clients in navigating the complexities of Islamic finance. |
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