SIGNUM Law Firm is active in advising lenders, corporate borrowers and investors on high-value banking and finance deals. Liza Zhumakhmetova advises a range of clients on corporate transactions and secured financing and played a leading role on the high-profile secured financing for the first 1 Gigawatt wind plant in Kazakhstan. Sofiya Zhylkaidarova is experienced in advising international clients active in a range of industry sectors including oil and gas on financial matters. Ulan Stybayev is noted for his focus on international banking and finance deals, including advising lenders and borrowers on transactional and regulatory matters.
Testimonials
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- 'SIGNUM is experienced in all forms of international finance transactions, including bilateral and syndicated loans, secured finance, trade finance, and debt and equity capital markets transactions. Their advice also covers regulatory matters, which adds significant value to transactional planning and execution. We recommend SIGNUM for banking, finance, and capital markets in Kazakhstan without reservation.’
‘Senior partner Liza Zhumakhketova exemplifies both inspiring female leadership and professional excellence. She is one of the strongest transactional lawyers we have worked with on international projects, and our go-to partner for international finance and M&A in Kazakhstan.'
Key clients
- EBRD
Work highlights
- Advised on securing financing for the first internationally funded PPP in the healthcare sector in Kazakhstan.
- Advised on financing for the first 1 Gigawatt wind plant in Kazakhstan.