What we do in this area.
Georgia is an increasingly active destination for real estate investment — both private and corporate. Metric Law/Tax provides a full range of real estate legal services, drawing on our team's extensive experience in Georgian property law and litigation. Whether you are acquiring, developing, financing, or disposing of real estate in Georgia, our attorneys ensure that your transactions are legally sound, your interests are fully protected, and all registration and compliance requirements are properly met. We have direct experience cooperating with architects, planners, and regulators on development projects, and we advise both domestic and international investors on all aspects of the Georgian real estate market.
What this service covers.
1. Sale & Purchase Contracts
Drafting and review of real estate sale and purchase agreements, option agreements, and pre-contracts — structured to protect our clients’ interests and to be fully enforceable under Georgian property law.
2. Property Registration
Complete legal support for the registration of property rights, encumbrances, and transfers with the National Agency of Public Registry — ensuring all documentation is accurate and submitted correctly.
3. Acquisition Due Diligence
Comprehensive due diligence on proposed real estate acquisitions — including verification of legal title, encumbrances, planning permissions, construction history, and compliance with all relevant Georgian property regulations.
4. Construction & Development Legal Support
Legal support for construction and development projects — including cooperation with architects and planners, assistance with the building permit process, and advice on legal requirements at each stage of the development.
5. Real Estate Financing
Advice on financing structures for real estate acquisitions and development projects in Georgia, including mortgage documentation, security arrangements, and lender requirements under Georgian banking law.
6. Real Estate Litigation
Representation in real estate disputes before Georgian courts — including title disputes, boundary disputes, landlord and tenant matters, construction defect claims, and enforcement of real estate contracts.
Jurisdictions covered.
What clients should know.
1. Title verification through the National Agency of Public Registry (NAPR) of Georgia is essential before completing any real estate acquisition — encumbrances may not be immediately visible.
2. Foreign nationals may acquire real estate in Georgia, subject to certain restrictions — specific advice is required depending on the nature of the property.
3. Construction permit requirements in Georgia must be strictly complied with — unpermitted construction affects the marketability and value of the property.
4. Property registration in Georgia is administered by the National Agency of Public Registry — all transfers must be registered to be effective against third parties.
5. Real estate transactions in Georgia are generally completed before a notary — the notarization process has specific documentary requirements.
6. Planning and land use restrictions must be verified before acquiring land for development — permitted use categories significantly affect development potential.