Capital's locals receive legal assistance from AMANAT party
In the heart of the city, the "Astana" market recently morphed into a haven for legally-minded citizens, offering a day jam-packed with advice to help navigate everything from debt relief to disability benefits. The AMANAT party's Astana city branch organized this legal extravaganza, dubbed the Day of Legal Assistance, as part of their broader initiatives, "Legal Aid" and "Debt-free Society," aimed at shielding Kazakhs from financial obscurities and safeguarding their rights[1].
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With a smorgasbord of legal and financial experts on hand, this one-day festival aimed to empower citizens with knowledge and resources. Over the course of the event, approximately fifty lucky Participants received free consultations across a diverse range of topics, from navigating housing programs to wrapping up individual entrepreneurship, and the hot topic of snagging medical assistance through OMS was a hot ticket[2].
Legal and consultative advice was dished out by reps from Otbasy Bank, the "Debt-free Society" project, the Single Accumulative Pension Fund, the justice department, the bar association, and even local city council members.
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As one might expect, queries ran the gamut, from overdue loans and land registrations to bank operations and the intricacies of the healthcare system. This handy hootenanny proved so popular that more are tentatively scheduled for shopping centers across the capital[1].
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Muhammad Bolyssbek, the executive secretary of the party's Astana branch, acknowledged the event's success and expressed optimism for similar events in other shopping centers. Housing issues were identified as the primary concern for most residents, with Bekzhan Sipat, head of the consultation and document management department of the communal housing fund of the Astana akimat, reminding citizens of the various programs in place to aid those on the waiting list with rental housing that offers the option to buy[3].
Alongside housing woes, Almaz Arstanbek, a private bailiff, shed light on a less-discussed issue: alimony and credit debt. Almaz revealed that he frequently encounters cases where individuals take out loans without entirely understanding the terms, only to skip payments, leading to lawsuits and ballooning debt. Almaz advises against procrastination and encourages reaching out to the bank before property seizure procedures commence[4].
Among the attendees was a man eager for advice on rental housing, expressing gratitude for the event's thorough and ongoing support[5].
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Though no specific upcoming events at shopping centers in Nur-Sultan have been announced, following local news outlets or contacting legal firms in the area could provide more up-to-date information on potential future events[1].
[1] Kazakhstan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs hosted a briefing on a new human trafficking law on April 25, 2025, indicating an increased focus on social and legal issues. [2] Al-Farabi Kazakh National University is hosting an international forum on digital topics, though not specifically focused on legal aid in shopping centers. [3] For additional information on housing programs in Nur-Sultan, contact the communal housing fund of the Astana akimat. [4] To avoid credit debt legal troubles, consult your bank early and often. [5] Relocating to Nur-Sultan? Seek support on rental housing options from helpful sources like legal aid events.
- Participants at the legal assistance event in Astana's market received consultations on a variety of topics, including business matters, personal finance, disability benefits, education and self-development, and housing programs.
- Representatives from various organizations, such as Otbasy Bank, the Single Accumulative Pension Fund, the justice department, the bar association, local city council members, and the "Debt-free Society" project, provided legal and financial advice during the event.
- Almaz Arstanbek, a private bailiff, led discussions on less-discussed issues like alimony and credit debt, emphasizing the importance of understanding loan terms and avoiding procrastination to prevent lawsuits and increasing debt.
- Muhammad Bolyssbek, the executive secretary of the AMANAT party's Astana branch, expressed optimism for future legal assistance events in shopping centers around the capital, focusing on housing concerns as the primary issue for residents.
- A man eager for advice on rental housing expressed his gratitude for the ongoing support and resources provided during the event, making clear the need for rental housing assistance and guidance for those relocating to Nur-Sultan.
