Dentons, the leading global law firm operating in Georgia, assists with complex corporate and commercial matters, such as M&A, finance transactions, and infrastructure projects, governed by both Georgian and English law. The firm combines its local presence with extensive international experience, representing clients in industries such as energy, pharmaceuticals, and TMT. The team is co-led by Avto Svanidze and Otar Kipshidze. Svanidze, who stands out for his dual qualifications in Georgian and English and Welsh law, has a strong reputation for his work with a wide range of clients whilst Kipshidze has advised on major Georgian oil and gas transportation projects.

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Key clients

  • Chetrit Group
  • Cepheid
  • Fauna & Flora International
  • Goldwind International Holdings
  • Jaona Investment
  • Masdar
  • MS Energy
  • Silk Real Estate
  • Tether Investments
  • 500 Startups Management Company

Work highlights

  • Advising Masdar on shareholder agreement with Georgian Energy Development Fund (GEDF) to develop the construction of Georgia’s largest solar photovoltaic power plant.
  • Advising Silk Real Estate on restructuring the ownership of the group.
  • Advising Goldwind International Holdings on the potential establishment of a Georgian subsidiary, providing comprehensive guidance on corporate and labor matters.

Lawyers

Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Irakli Pipia
Dentons
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Otar Kipshidze, Avto Svanidze