KPMG Tax practice in Kazakhstan and KPMG Law in Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan and Azerbaijan have once again been recognized in the prestigious international Legal 500 ranking.
The legal practice across the Caucasus and Central Asia is led by Alexey Abramov, who brings extensive expertise in corporate law, M&A, real estate and dispute resolution. Assel Kazbekova, Azamat Gumarov and Satzhan Mukatayev also make a significant contribution to the practice, advising on corporate law, subsoil use, real estate and construction matters.
KPMG’s tax expertise has also been highly ranked. The team advises on tax compliance, cross-border structuring and transaction support, providing a comprehensive approach to client needs. Key specialists include Assel Nizamiyeva, Vyacheslav Sosnovskiy, Assiya Atekeyeva and Alven Uzykanov.
The Tax and Legal practices have confirmed their positions in The Legal 500 ranking in the following categories:
- Tax and Customs – Tier 2
- Commercial, Corporate and M&A – Tier 3
- Energy and Natural Resources – Tier 3
Regional highlights:
In Azerbaijan, KPMG Law confirmed its Tier 2 ranking in the Leading Firms category. The Baku team advises clients across sectors including energy, pharmaceuticals and telecommunications, and supports on regulatory compliance, due diligence, M&A transactions, cross-border disputes and commercial litigation. The practice is led by Seymur Niftaliyev.
In Uzbekistan, KPMG Law entered Tier 3 in the Leading Firms category, strengthening its position in the market. The practice advises on corporate and cross-border matters, combining expertise in tax, deal advisory and management consulting. The team supports due diligence, corporate matters, contract structuring and compliance.
Contacts
- abramov
- sosnovskiy
- assel
- seymur