General Business Law

Avto Svanidze is a market-leading practitioner who advises on significant acquisitions as well as financing, capital markets and corporate restructuring matters. His clients come from a range of industries including banking, energy and real estate. Avto Svanidze is UK and Georgian-qualified.

"Avto Svanidze is a top lawyer."

Managing partner Otar Kipshidze regularly acts for financial institutions as well as clients from the transportation and aerospace industries on matters which cover project financing, regulatory and general corporate issues. He is also a market-leading practitioner in a broad range of disputes including commercial litigation and arbitration proceedings.

"He understands the client's needs very well."

"Otar was available for the 'big picture' queries."

Up-and-coming partner Zurab Kiliptari joins the rankings this year on the back of strong market support. He often acts for clients on litigations across a broad spectrum: commercial, employment, construction and IP.

"Zurab Kiliptari is an outstanding litigation lawyer with a deep and profound knowledge of local laws."

Associate-to-watch Irakli Pipia enters the rankings for the first time this year on the back of positive client feedback. He is often involved in financing mandates, advising clients from sectors such as energy and banking.

"Irakli Pipia offers quality client service."