Litigation & Dispute Resolution

Our expertise in dispute resolution spans a wide range of services from representation in complex civil/administrative litigation to complex criminal investigations and prosecutions.

We provide sophisticated representation and advice to clients facing exposure to civil or administrative liability with a focus on the principle to avoid disputes whenever possible and resolve efficiently when they arise. Our litigation practice also covers regulatory compliance matters, we have been privileged to handle some of the most complex competition-related disputes of recent times in Georgia.

We provide a full spectrum of legal representation in criminal law matters starting from the very beginning of a criminal investigation. Our team delivers sound advice concerning a detailed course of action if wrongdoing is identified and brings each matter to a favorable resolution delivering the best possible outcomes.

We advise on a full range of arbitral matters, including investor-state arbitration, disputes involving construction and infrastructure projects, contractual, corporate and M&A-related disputes. Our team has an alternative dispute resolution practice equipped to advise on all mediation and conciliation methods.

Project Finance

Our Project Finance Practice offers market-leading experience advising on legal matters related to project structuring and development from the beginning to the end of a project’s life cycle.

We possess the global perspective and local experience to complete even the most complex transactions for corporate borrowers, commercial and investment banks, fund managers, financial institutions, and governments.

Our team regularly represents advanced international corporations, financial institutions, investment funds, and private equity sponsors in complex financing transactions.

Capital Markets

We offer advice on all forms of capital-raising, intricate, cross-border financing, strategies for acquisitions, reorganization restructurings, regulatory matters, all forms of structured financing and innovative funding solutions, and fund formation.

Our team was privileged to advise the first largest industrial enterprise in Georgia and the very first privately held commercial company in Georgia, which issued Eurobonds in one of the internationally recognized stock markets. 

We are capable of advising clients raising and managing capital in complying with ongoing changes of legal and listing requirements in Georgia.

Energy

Our team has one of the most experienced practices focused on energy and infrastructure transactions. We have the local market knowledge and essential contacts for new opportunities and introductions to key local regulators and industry players.

BLB lawyers apply a client-oriented individual approach to address legal challenges related to the sector. Our team expertise combines a deep understanding of energy laws and regulations associated with the construction of power plants and all necessary licenses/permits/authorizations, as well as lasting support to energy companies’ operations.

Banking & Finance

Our team has an excellent record of advising financial institutions, corporate borrowers, securities issuers and other participants in financing transactions.

Our expertise covers banking regulations and regulatory compliance, insurance-related matters, corporate governance, mergers and acquisitions, and bank holding companies, operation of investment vehicles, lien structuring, credit facilities, working capital compliance, letter of credit and other acquisition facilities, and restructurings. We have significant experience in dealing with the complexities of cross-border investment transactions, subordination terms, and other inter-creditor issues in projects involving multiple investors.

EU Regulations

In 2014 Georgia has signed Association Agreement with European Union; the Agreement introduces a preferential trade regime for Georgian companies  – the Deep and Comprehensive Free Trade Area (DCFTA) increasing market access between the EU and Georgia.

Within the process of EU integration, Georgia strives to have better-matched regulations with the EU; thus knowledge and expertise in EU laws and regulations became critically important for local enterprises also the investors willing to enjoy DCFTA benefits in Georgia.

Members of our team have gained knowledge and expertise in this subject area as graduates of leading European and UK universities.

Our team advises prospective exporters from Georgia on established European standards and assist in bringing their products/services in compliance with EU laws and regulations.