Baker & McKenzie - CIS, Limited offers a full-scope of intellectual property-related work including trade mark, design and patent prosecution, copyright, transactional and contractual advice, alongside customs registration of IP assets and anti-counterfeiting services. Azamat Kuatbekov is the managing partner and has experience in cross–border transactions and complex disputes, whereas Andrei Yorsh specialises in IP infringement work such as trad emark enforcement and pharma patent issues. Nurgul Abdreyeva is noted for her active practice advising in cross-border transactions and regulatory advice.

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Key clients

  • British American Tobacco
  • L'Oréal

Work highlights

  • Assisted L'Oréal S.A. in managing its trade mark portfolio and protecting its IP in Kazakhstan.

Lawyers

Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Azamat Kuatbekov, Andrei Yorsh

Other key lawyers

Nurgul Abdreyeva