Abashidze & Partners

Our real estate & construction practice stands out for many years. We have experience of consulting clients on investments, real estate acquisitions and deals structuring, infrastructure development, construction and other matters. Our Law Firm’s lawyers can assist and provide legal advice and representation to local and foreign real estate developers, owners or prospective purchasers of apartments and homes, owners and tenants of commercial and industrial properties. 

Besides, our team of real estate attorneys also offer support in case of construction litigation and out of court negotiations, as well as with representation before state authorities, when necessary. 

Our services cover:

·        Performing due diligence of the real estate projects 

·        Structuring real estate acquisitions (asset deals/share deals)

·        Drafting and developing transaction documents

·        Drafting and developing construction contracts

·        Structuring collateral for financing deals

·        Consulting on leasing, representing lessors and lessees

·        Advising on structuring investments for real estate projects

·        Advice on the operation of real estate properties

• Representation in the communication with the state authorities 

Abashidze & Partners lawyers focus on the development of various commercial contracts for all businesses. Our clients trust us because we can combine the knowledge of laws and understanding of the clients' interests with consideration of sector-specific environments, issues and trends. 

We cover drafting and analyzing a wide range of commercial contracts, including:

• Financial and loan agreements
• Lease Agreements
• Sale-and-purchase agreements
• Transportation agreements
• The supply of complex technical equipment and related maintenance services agreements
• Lease Agreements
• Service agreements
• Construction agreements
• Joint venture agreements
• FIDIC agreements

Labor relations are an integral and constant part of any company's business and impose a number of obligations on employers that should not be performed just formally. Our practical experience shows that the lack of attention to compliance with the requirements of the Labor Code often leads to violations, the consequences of which can be difficult or impossible to remedy. In addition to this, they can be extremely costly for a company in the case of litigation with employees.

Our team offers qualified legal assistance at the right time, smart legal planning for maximum security, as well as resolving any conflict at any stage of its development.

Our services include:

·        Drafting and reviewing internal policies, employment contracts, HR documentation

·        Monitoring changes to law and providing effective information daily

·        Advising on employing foreign employees, legal assistance in migration procedures and compliance with migration formalities

·        Legal support of employers during labor inspection

·        Of court settlement and representation in litigation on employment-related disputes

We offer a strong litigation team and a full variety of dispute resolution services along with professional consulting and corporate law services. Our main distinction is our team of lawyers with extensive experience exceeding more than 10 years working as in-house lawyers in the banks, real estate and construction companies, thus possessing a deep understanding of sector-specific environments and issues which help them to achieve best outcomes for our clients.

Our Dispute Resolution team pursues and promotes the interests of our clients in any dispute and before all available venues, including court, arbitration and adjudicatory boards. We work closely with our clients and keep them informed at all stages. We assist and lead them to make informed strategic decisions.

Our wide range of litigation services includes subjects of corporate and commercial litigation, breach of contracts, product liability and consumer protection, torts, labor and employment, real estate and construction disputes, tax, regulatory and administrative fines and measures, debt recovery, recognition and enforcement of foreign judgments and awards.

The legal issues that may arise when a company runs into financial difficulties are often complex and hazardous, both for the company itself and for its shareholders, suppliers and customers. Abashidze & Partners offers a high level of legal expertise and solid experience in handling such issues. Our corporate recovery and insolvency team provides advisory services to lenders, creditors, companies in troubled financial situations.

Our lawyers have a long and successful track record in restructuring and insolvency, bringing together a cross-departmental team of advisory, tax, accounting and business law specialists to provide the best advice and ensure the best outcomes for our clients. Our team of lawyers were involved in multiple restructuring and insolvency cases of some biggest companies operating in Georgia, thus gaining solid and valuable experience for our future clients.

We provide comprehensive legal support to foreign individuals, entrepreneurs, and international companies navigating immigration, residence, and work authorization matters in Georgia. Our services are designed to ensure full legal compliance while offering practical, efficient, and business-oriented solutions.

Scope of Services

1. Residence Permits

We advise and represent clients in obtaining all categories of Georgian residence permits, including:

• Work residence permits

• Individual entrepreneur (IE) / business-based residence permits

• Investment residence permits

• Short-term and permanent residence permits

Our support includes:

• Eligibility assessment and structuring advice

• Preparation and submission of applications

• Liaison with the Public Service Development Agency

• Suppport through the entire process until issuance

2. Work Authorization (New Regulatory Framework)

Following recent legislative changes (effective March 2026), foreign nationals engaged in economic activity in Georgia are required to obtain a work permit prior to residence authorization.

We provide:

• Full legal analysis of employment / business model

• Preparation and submission of work permit applications

• Employer compliance review

• Representation before relevant authorities

• Strategic structuring to ensure compliance with evolving regulations

3. Business Immigration & Relocation

We assist entrepreneurs and companies entering the Georgian market with:

• Registration of Individual Entrepreneur (IE) or company

• Tax registration and advisory (including Small Business Status)

• Structuring of operations for immigration purposes

• End-to-end relocation support for founders and employees

4. Corporate Immigration Services

We support companies employing foreign personnel with:

• Work permits and residence permits for expatriate employees

• Drafting compliant employment agreements

• Ongoing immigration compliance monitoring

• Advisory on quotas, salary thresholds, and regulatory risks

5. Bank Account & KYC Support

We assist clients in navigating Georgian banking requirements:

• Preparation of KYC documentation

• сопровождение during bank meetings

• Structuring transactions to avoid compliance issues

• Advisory on source of funds and AML requirements

6. Legal Due Diligence & Risk Assessment

For clients relocating or investing in Georgia:

• Immigration risk assessments

• Compliance checks under Georgian law

• Cross-border structuring considerations 

Our Approach

• Partner-level involvement in all matters

• Bilingual service (English / Georgian / Russian)

• Strong experience with international clients and cross-border transactions

• Focus on practical execution, not only legal theory

• Transparent fee structure and clear timelines