Corporate Law
Corporate Law
Company formation, M&A, and corporate governance in UzbekistanWe advise foreign investors and domestic businesses on the full spectrum of corporate matters in Uzbekistan — from initial market entry and company formation to complex M&A transactions and ongoing corporate governance.
Our corporate practice covers the entire lifecycle of a business in Uzbekistan. We assist clients at every stage: from selecting the right legal form and completing registration with the relevant authorities, to structuring cross-border acquisitions, advising boards on governance best practices, and managing corporate exits and reorganisations.
We combine in-depth knowledge of Uzbek corporate legislation with a practical, commercially-minded approach. Our clients include multinational corporations entering the Uzbek market, private equity investors, and local businesses navigating growth, restructuring, or shareholder disputes.
Key services
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Company Formation & Market Entry
Structuring and registration of Uzbek legal entities (LLC, JSC, partnerships), registration with tax authorities and non-budgetary funds, bank account opening, and advising foreign investors on optimal corporate forms and participation models.
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M&A Transactions & Investment Deals
Legal structuring of M&A transactions, sale/purchase of shares and assets, legal due diligence of target assets (corporate, regulatory, IP, real estate), development of SPA and Shareholder Agreements, and regulatory clearance before the Antimonopoly Authority.
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Corporate Governance & Ongoing Support
Shareholders' agreements, corporate charters, internal regulations, drafting corporate resolutions and amendments in the corporate register, board and shareholder meetings, minutes, and approvals.
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Foreign Business Presence
Accreditation and re-accreditation of representative offices of foreign companies, registration with tax authorities, bank account opening for rep offices, accreditation cards for expatriate personnel, and corporate governance controls.
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Corporate Restructuring & Exit
Share transfers, reorganizations, spin-offs, intra-group restructuring, liquidation of local subsidiaries and representative offices, winding-up procedures, asset distribution, and regulatory filings.
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Corporate Disputes & Shareholder Protection
Dispute resolution among shareholders and corporate participants, judicial representation in disputes related to management, capital, shares, or participation interests, and challenging unlawful corporate decisions.
Why Ryskiyeva & Partners
20+ years of practice in Uzbekistan — deep familiarity with local regulators, courts, and business customs.
Fluency in Uzbek, Russian, and English — seamless communication with all counterparties.
Business-oriented advice — we focus on outcomes, not billable hours.
Absolute confidentiality on every matter we handle.
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