The AIFC Court and IAC launched their latest initiative the IAC Chambers
The AIFC Court and IAC launched their latest initiative, “IAC Chambers”, in June 2022. IAC Chambers is the premier venue for “one-stop shop” international standard dispute resolution services and is the first of its kind in Eurasia. It provides world class comprehensive in person and online dispute resolution services. It is modelled on the world’s best dispute resolution services centres including Maxwell Chambers in Singapore and the International Dispute Resolution Centre in London.
Located at the AIFC Court and IAC offices, just 15 minutes’ drive from Nur-Sultan International Airport, it provides a secure, reliable, world class venue and dedicated and personalised professional support services to meet the needs of lawyers and businesses.
Its physical premises include digitally equipped Court and ADR hearing rooms, a 100 seat capacity lecture theatre, 14 meeting rooms, and a business lounge.
All meeting rooms have capacity for 20 or more people and easy access to: reliable high speed Wi-Fi, video and audio conferencing, projectors and screens, whiteboards and flipcharts, virtual and hybrid hearing facilities with moderator support, case management via an eJustice digital platform and legal research support, printing and secure document storage facilities, oral and written translation, real time transcription and access to notaries, catering and access to pantry facilities, 5* hotel discounts and airline bookings, personalised transportation, visa support for entrance to Kazakhstan, and “Explore Nursultan” sightseeing support.
To enquire about IAC Chambers and to book IAC Chambers services, please contact the IAC Chambers Team at booking.bcs@aifc-iac.kz / +7 (7172) 64 73 69
The Astana International Financial Centre (AIFC) is an independent jurisdiction that started operations in 2018. In accordance with the Development Strategy until 2025, the key focus of the AIFC is to consolidate as a universal platform connecting the countries of the EAEU, Central Asia and the Caucasus. www.aifc.kz
The AIFC Court is an independent legal entity. It has its own procedural rules modelled on English common law procedures and leading international practice. The AIFC Court is separate and independent from the courts of the Republic of Kazakhstan. It consists of two tiers: a Court of First Instance, which includes a specialist division known as the Small Claims Court; and a Court of Appeal. It has exclusive jurisdiction over disputes arising out of the activities and operations of the AIFC and jurisdiction in the case of other disputes in which all parties agree in writing to give the AIFC Court jurisdiction. It does not have jurisdiction in relation to disputes that are of a criminal or administrative nature. It applies the most up to date and efficient case management practices. https://court.aifc.kz/
The International Arbitration Centre (IAC) is an independent legal entity. It has its own procedural rules modelled on best international practice. It has its own panel of leading international arbitrators and mediators having many years of arbitration and mediation experience in commercial law, including oil and gas, trade, construction, energy, financial services, banking, Islamic finance, insurance, and intellectual property. IAC arbitration awards are recognised and enforceable in Kazakhstan and internationally. https://iac.aifc.kz/