November 2013 - November 1st marks the fifth anniversary of the foundation of Kinstellar as an independent regional law firm by our spin-off from Linklaters.
We launched Kinstellar aspiring to be the premiere independent law firm in our jurisdictions. Despite the global financial crisis – the outbreak of which coincided almost exactly with our launch – and in the face of the muted “new normal” business environment that has followed, we have done much that is exceptional, together.
In five years, we have positioned ourselves among the leading law firms in our jurisdictions. Our Prague, Bratislava, Budapest and Bucharest offices have consistently maintained and bolstered their strong market positions and have strengthened their offering with new specialist practices that are flourishing even in the difficult economic environment. Expansion has always been a core part of our business strategy. Launches of our offices in Belgrade and Istanbul were each milestone achievements. Our recent opening in Kazakhstan is a further exciting new step, with the firm’s joined-up capabilities now stretching across five time zones. Our momentum is strong, and further growth is on the horizon.
We owe much of our success to strong and growing relationships with outstanding clients and referral law firms around the world. Their positive feedback and their confidence in entrusting us with their most complex matters has encouraged us in the further pursuit of our strategy.
To all our friends, clients and colleagues in referral firms: Thank you.