The ‘extremely knowledgeable and responsive’ team at MG Law Office provides ’very sophisticated advice’ to domestic and international corporates across a myriad of civil and administrative law disputes, including as it relates to tax, labour and real estate matters. George Svanadze is ‘very intellectual and hardworking,’ ensuring that clients are effectively represented in both conventional litigation and arbitration proceedings. He has recently handled numerous matters for banking and finance entities recovering unpaid loans, including through formal insolvency proceedings. Archil Giorgadze, who co-heads the team alongside Svanadze, is ’vastly experienced and knowledgeable,’ including in relation to litigation involving public sector entities.  

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Testimonials

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  • 'Extremely knowledgeable and responsive team across multiple areas of Georgian law.'
  • 'The exceptional team provides very sophisticated advice.'
  • 'Archil Giorgadze is vastly experienced and knowledgeable.'
  • 'George Svanadze is very intellectual and hardworking.'
  • 'George Svanadze's contribution to litigation was outstanding, he skilfully defended our position in court.'
  • 'MG Law demonstrated an unparalleled level of competence and attention to detail, ensuring that all legal aspects were properly addressed and resolved efficiently.'
  • 'Archil Giorgadze is a very experienced and insightful attorney, and the many years of our relationship are proof that we can always trust his advice and professionalism.'

Key clients

  • Chempionebi 111 LLC
  • Heidelberg Cement Georgia LLC
  • X2 Group
  • JSC ProCredit Bank
  • Maqro Tourism LLC
  • Cross 2 LLC

Work highlights

  • Represented various Georgian entities owned by a foreign investor in relation to the enforcement of a confidential award issued by a Swedish tribunal following an international arbitration process.
  • Represented a foreign bank operating in Georgia in connection with a dispute concerning an unpaid loan for $65m.
  • Advised a government agency in a complex litigation matter relating to a public tender.

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Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Archil Giorgadze, George Svanadze

Other key lawyers

Ana Kochiashvili, Giorgi Kikiani