Curtis, Mallet-Prevost, Colt & Mosle LLP is recognised for its handling of natural resources negotiations for government agencies and state-owned entities including the Ministry of Energy, Ministry of Justice and the Ministry of Finance. Eric Gilioli and Askar Moukhitdinov both head the energy and natural resources practice, with Gilioli noted for his involvement in major transactions relating to the exploration, development and production of oil and gas in Kazakhstan, while Moukhitdinov combines his expertise in corporate and dispute resolution matters to handle energy related transactions. Susan Maples, based in New York, has represented the Republic in a number of oil and gas negotiations and different arbitrations. Julien Hansen recently joined the firm from DLA Piper.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘Wide breadth of knowledge in complex technical disputes.’

  • ‘Very easy to work with. Relaxed and stress free.’

Key clients

  • Ministry of Justice of Kazakhstan
  • PSA
  • Kazatomprom
  • Ministry of Industry and Construction of Kazakhstan

Work highlights

  • Represented the Republic of Kazakhstan in a UNCITRAL arbitration commenced by a Canadian investor pursuant to the Bilateral Investment Treaty between Canada and the Soviet Union, dealing with the termination of a contract for the management of a gold mining company.

Lawyers

Hall of Fame
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Askar Moukhitdinov
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Leading partners
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Susan Maples
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Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Eric Gilioli, Askar Moukhitdinov

Other key lawyers

Susan Maples, Julien Hansen, Nurlan Mukhitdinov