Experience
Transactions, projects and litigation handled by the ABACUS team. Under confidentiality agreements, some matters are shown without the client’s name.
Matters
Matters shown: 55
Convertible loan investment
ABACUS advised on an investment transaction structured as a convertible loan, which provided for the transfer of a 10% interest in the company’s charter capital upon conversion.
Acquisition of a stake in a property developer
ABACUS advised a foreign investor on the acquisition of a 49% interest in the charter capital of an Uzbek property development company.
Cross-border investment structure
ABACUS advised on a cross-border investment transaction in which a participatory interest (shares) in a Russian company was contributed to the charter capital of an Uzbek company.
Proposed sale of the Royal Taxi group of companies
ABACUS carried out comprehensive legal due diligence on a group of companies operating in the taxi services market in Uzbekistan in preparation for their potential sale.
Debt restructuring under a private equity transaction
ABACUS advised on the restructuring of USD 40 million of debt arising from a secured private equity investment.
Deepen Run & Walk Challenge: international digital sports project
ABACUS designed the legal framework for an international sports challenge run through a mobile app.
White-label model for Robosell
ABACUS advised on the implementation of a white-label model for the Robosell software product, putting in place a contractual structure for the use of the software and the allocation of intellectual property rights.
Funding round for the Joymee start-up
ABACUS acted for the start-up Joymee on its funding round, including structuring the deal, preparing and agreeing the documentation, and assisting with negotiations between the parties.
Flott funding round
ABACUS acted for Flott on its funding round and, in parallel, advised the company on its day-to-day operations and its digital products, Flott and Humora.
BITO ecosystem
ABACUS helped to develop the legal framework governing relationships between users and other participants in the BITO digital ecosystem.
Business structuring for IT Park Uzbekistan residents
ABACUS assisted IT companies with registration and with obtaining resident status at IT Park Uzbekistan, including reviewing their corporate structures and business models against the applicable requirements.
Legal framework for Auto.uz
ABACUS put in place the legal framework for the Auto.uz digital product, drafting contract documentation tailored to the particular features of an online service.
White-label model and corporate structure for Prestige Club
ABACUS developed the legal framework for white-labelling Prestige Club’s software and, in parallel, structured the company’s relationships with its subsidiaries.
Intellectual property protection for AloqaVentures
ABACUS advised AloqaVentures on copyright protection for a television project and devised legal mechanisms to safeguard those rights.
Legal framework for TBC FIN SERVICE’s consumer goods financing
ABACUS drafted the legal documentation for providing consumer credit to individuals for the purchase of goods.
Microfinance framework for UNA MOLIYA
ABACUS developed the legal framework for providing microloans to individuals, taking into account the specific statutory requirements that apply to microfinance organisations.
Personal and banking data in IPS Gateway’s payment infrastructure
ABACUS advised on the development and implementation of a model for collecting, processing and transferring individuals’ personal and card data when they pay for goods and services supplied by third parties.
Digital consumer finance model for Zaamin-Market
ABACUS drafted the legal documentation for providing consumer credit to individuals for the purchase of goods through the Zaamin-Market digital platform.
Setting up the Flymart marketplace
ABACUS advised on setting up the Flymart marketplace in Uzbekistan, including the design of a legal framework governing relationships between the participants in its e-commerce operations.
Online healthcare platforms for OVI Unicorn and ITGEN-LAB
ABACUS designed the legal framework for connecting users to online healthcare platforms.
Manufacturing complex in the Angren FEZ
ABACUS is advising on an investment project involving the acquisition and reconstruction of a manufacturing facility in the Angren Free Economic Zone.
Product certification for Procter & Gamble
ABACUS advised Procter & Gamble on the certification of its products for sale and distribution in the Republic of Uzbekistan.
Legal due diligence on a pharmaceutical distribution network
ABACUS carried out legal due diligence on one of the largest pharmaceutical distribution networks in Uzbekistan.
Distribution of Arthrex medical devices
ABACUS advised Arthrex GmbH on the distribution structure for medicinal products and medical devices in Uzbekistan.
Uzbek market entry for international streaming platforms
ABACUS advised international streaming platforms on entering the Uzbek market and distributing digital video, television and audio content.
Formation of a broadcasting company and acquisition of a TV channel
ABACUS advised on a 21st Century Fox Group project involving the formation of a broadcasting company and the acquisition of a TV channel in Uzbekistan.
Media, advertising and event management
ABACUS provides comprehensive legal advice to companies in advertising, media placement and event management, including Heliotica and Media Lux.
Restructuring of a Knauf plant
ABACUS advised Knauf on the restructuring of one of the group’s manufacturing facilities.
Restructuring of the British School of Tashkent
ABACUS advised on the corporate restructuring of the British School of Tashkent, including legal due diligence on the target companies, competition clearance and the reissue of licences.
HR restructuring at Westminster International School
ABACUS carried out comprehensive legal due diligence on Westminster International School covering corporate, administrative and employment matters, and advised on a large-scale restructuring of its HR function.
Representative office accreditation and immigration support for foreign staff
ABACUS advises international companies on the accreditation of representative offices, work permits, visa support and the registration of foreign employees.
International and domestic logistics for ARDENA CENTRAL ASIA
ABACUS provides ARDENA CENTRAL ASIA with comprehensive legal advice on its domestic and international logistics operations.
International delivery of goods for Lucky Express Group
ABACUS is advising Lucky Express Group on a project to deliver goods from abroad to private individuals in Uzbekistan.
Ongoing legal advice to trading businesses
ABACUS acts on an ongoing basis for trading and distribution companies, including Schmitz Cargobull, FLOTENT Chemicals CA and DAMIRA Beverages Enterprise.
PAYME litigation
ABACUS represented PAYME in a dispute over the recovery of a debt of UZS 2.825 billion arising from a breach of contract.
Hellmann Poultry international arbitration
ABACUS represented the German company Hellmann Poultry in international commercial arbitration proceedings concerning a material breach of contract.
VKUSNOF TRADE land dispute
ABACUS represented VKUSNOF TRADE in a dispute over the lawfulness of its possession and use of a plot of land.
AGROVETHIMOYA arbitration
ABACUS represented AGROVETHIMOYA in a dispute arising from the improper performance of obligations under a supply contract.
Media Lux dispute over advertising fees
ABACUS represented Media Lux in a dispute over the recovery of unpaid fees for advertising services.
PFC Neftchi dispute in international sports arbitration
ABACUS represented PFC Neftchi before the Court of Arbitration for Sport in a dispute arising from an employment contract.
Bankruptcy proceedings against BALTON TRADING (ASIA)
Acting for a creditor client, ABACUS filed a bankruptcy petition against BALTON TRADING (ASIA) and secured the opening of liquidation proceedings.
EUROASIA TRANSIT GROUP insolvency
ABACUS represented a client in insolvency proceedings against a debtor and identified indications of fictitious bankruptcy.
Protecting creditors’ claims in insolvency proceedings
ABACUS represents creditors – including ARDENA CENTRAL ASIA, PHOTOMATE CA, MEDIABAR AGENCY, WATER ECO BEST and SPTS TURON PRINTING SYSTEMS – in insolvency proceedings.
Company liquidations and closure of foreign representative offices in Uzbekistan
ABACUS advised on the closure of the representative offices of Alstom Holdings and Alstom Transport SA in Uzbekistan, attending to the legal formalities of ceasing operations.
Representing a foreign national in criminal proceedings
ABACUS represented a national of the People’s Republic of China in criminal fraud proceedings arising from the non-performance of monetary obligations.
Administrative dispute over outdoor advertising structures
ABACUS represented Media Lux in a dispute with government authorities over obtaining passports (permit documents) for outdoor advertising structures.
Ongoing legal advice to manufacturing companies
ABACUS provides ongoing legal support to manufacturers and other industrial companies, including FLSMIDTH SERVICES, DAMIRA BEVERAGES ENTERPRISE and FLOTENT CHEMICALS CA.
Legal due diligence on Hempfarm
ABACUS carried out comprehensive legal due diligence on Hempfarm covering the period 2022–2025, including a review of the corporate and operational aspects of its business.
Construction and infrastructure projects
The ABACUS team has hands-on experience of advising on major construction, infrastructure and EPC projects involving foreign contractors and international consultants.
Funding round for a technology start-up
ABACUS handled all legal aspects of an investment project to raise funding for a technology start-up.
Launch of a fintech digital ecosystem
ABACUS handled all legal aspects of a project to create and launch a fintech digital ecosystem.
BMW Center project
ABACUS is providing comprehensive legal advice on a client’s project to build and open a new commercial facility under the BMW Center brand.
Ongoing legal advice to a media business
ABACUS acts as legal adviser to a client across its media and communications business.
Legal advice in digital media
ABACUS advises a client on all aspects of its day-to-day commercial activities in digital media and advertising.
Cross-border supply contracts
ABACUS advised a client on its purchase of industrial equipment and raw materials from an international supplier for its own manufacturing operations.
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