What we do in this area.
Metric Law/Tax provides a full range of corporate legal services to businesses established or operating in Georgia. With Georgia developing rapidly as a regional business hub, our team is ideally positioned to advise on all aspects of corporate law — from the formation of legal entities and the drafting of contracts, through to corporate litigation, intellectual property protection, compliance, and banking matters. Our partners have direct experience in drafting Georgian legislation and have served as legal experts in significant international commercial cases.
What this service covers.
1. Company Formation & Articles of Association
We advise on and manage the formation of all types of Georgian legal entities, providing bespoke articles of association and shareholder documentation tailored to the specific requirements and objectives of each business.
2. Contracts & Commercial Agreements
Drafting, review, and negotiation of all forms of commercial contracts — from supply and distribution agreements to joint venture and shareholder arrangements — designed to be fully enforceable under Georgian law.
3. Corporate Litigation
Representation in corporate disputes before Georgian courts, including contract enforcement, breach of duty claims, and shareholder disputes. As former judges, our partners understand how courts assess corporate disputes and how to present cases most effectively.
4. Intellectual Property
Advice on the protection of intellectual property under Georgian law, including patents, trademarks, copyright, and trade secrets. We represent clients in IP infringement proceedings and advise on licensing arrangements.
5. Legal Compliance & Audit
Assessment of business operations against Georgian legal and regulatory requirements, with practical guidance on achieving and maintaining compliance — drawing on our partners direct experience in the development of the Georgian legal framework.
6. Banking & Financial Services Law
Legal advice on Georgian banking sector matters, financial institution relationships, loan documentation, security arrangements, and regulatory compliance.
Jurisdictions covered.
What clients should know.
1. Georgia's corporate legal framework has developed significantly in recent years — staying current requires specialized local knowledge.
2. Articles of association should be carefully tailored to the specific business model and ownership structure from the outset.
3. Contracts must be drafted with enforceability under Georgian law specifically in mind — foreign law templates frequently require significant adaptation.
4. Intellectual property registration in Georgia is handled through the National Intellectual Property Centre (Sakpatenti).
5. Corporate litigation in Georgia proceeds through the District Court, Court of Appeals, and Supreme Court.
6. Georgia's banking sector is regulated by the National Bank of Georgia, which has broad supervisory powers.