How to Choose a Law Firm in Georgia: What to Check Before You Hire

Check status and reputation

The Georgian Bar Association maintains a Members Registry and a Law Firms Registry; ethics matters go to its Ethics Commission (FAQ).

Be wary of guaranteed results: no firm can honestly promise an outcome. Ethics and disciplinary rules were reviewed in a Council of Europe round table, and the Code of Ethics and disciplinary regulation are collected in this compilation.

What the law makes a lawyer's duties

- Confidentiality: a lawyer keeps professional secrecy regardless of elapsed time (Article 7); see also the UN Basic Principles and the Personal Data Protection Law.

- Conflicts: a lawyer may not act where he has already served the other side (Article 8).

- Contract and costs: services are provided under a contract, and financial obligations must be explained to the client (Articles 19 and 6). A written contract is advisable (Civil Code).

Match experience to your dispute

Civil, criminal and business disputes follow different procedures (civil procedure, criminal procedure). Ask for a description of comparable matters without breach of confidentiality, and review the Supreme Court database.

See our services and team.

At your first meeting, ask direct questions: who handles the case, how you receive progress reports, and how fees might adjust. Clear and timely communication distinguishes a dedicated legal team.