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19 articles • 9 categories
Criminal
August 18, 2026
2 min
Rights of a Detained Person in Georgia: Know Them
If you or someone you know is detained in Georgia, key rights apply from the first minute: to know the reason, to stay silent, to a lawyer, and to have someone notified.
Consumer Rights
August 18, 2026
2 min
Flight Delay or Cancellation: What Compensation Are You Entitled to?
When a flight is delayed or canceled, passengers have certain rights under the airline's contract and international rules. We'll explain what you can claim and how.
Criminal
August 18, 2026
2 min
Plea Agreements in Georgia: How They Work
A plea agreement lets a defendant in Georgia resolve a case by agreement with the prosecution, subject to court approval. This guide explains what it is, the trade-offs, and the court's role.
Courts & Case Law
August 18, 2026
2 min
Filing a lawsuit in court: fees and steps
Filing a lawsuit requires a properly prepared document, payment of a court fee, and evidence. We will explain the steps, the logic of the fee, and common mistakes.
Family & Inheritance
August 18, 2026
3 min
Child Contact Rights After Divorce in Georgia: What the Law Says
The separated parent's right to contact with the child: parental equality, the child's best interests, the contact schedule, and enforcement of the court decision in Georgia.
Tax
August 18, 2026
4 min
Small Business Status for 1% Freelancers: Conditions and Limit
Small business status for freelancers: 1% of turnover up to 500,000 GEL, what happens if the limit is exceeded, which activities are excluded and how to register for the status.
Business & Corporate
August 18, 2026
5 min
Apostille in Georgia: Legalization of Documents for Abroad
A practical guide to apostille and legalization: which agency verifies the document, what is required, deadlines, and what to do for non-Hague countries.
Criminal
August 18, 2026
3 min
Administrative Offenses in Georgia: Fines and Appeals
Types of administrative penalties, 10-day deadline for appealing a fine, administrative imprisonment limit, and how to appeal the decision.
Business & Corporate
August 18, 2026
4 min
Power of Attorney for a Non-Resident in Georgia: Preparation
How to draw up a power of attorney for action in Georgia without being in the country - notary, apostille, scope of authority and revocation.
Courts & Case Law
August 18, 2026
3 min
Appeal in a civil case: deadline and procedure
The 14-day deadline for appealing a first instance decision, the fee, the form, and what you need to know about the appeal process.
Criminal
August 18, 2026
4 min
Expungement and removal of a conviction: timelines and procedure
How is a conviction expunged upon expiration of the statute of limitations, when can it be expunged early through court, and what steps are required to obtain a certificate of conviction?
Real Estate & Property
August 11, 2026
2 min
Buying Off-Plan Property in Georgia: the Risks
Buying off-plan in Georgia can mean a lower price, but also real risk if the developer or paperwork falls short. This guide covers what to check before you pay and how to protect your money.
Courts & Case Law
August 11, 2026
2 min
Enforcing a Court Judgment in Georgia: How It Works
Winning a judgment is only half the battle; collecting on it is enforcement. In Georgia this runs through the National Bureau of Enforcement. This guide explains the process and what to expect.
Labor & Employment
August 11, 2026
3 min
Probationary period at work: rules, duration and dismissal
How the probationary period works under the Labor Code: six-month limit, written and severance pay, and what happens upon termination.
Banking & Finance
August 11, 2026
4 min
A bank in Georgia has blocked an account: how to unblock it
What to do if a Georgian bank has blocked or restricted an account: reasons, what documents are required, and how to correspond with compliance.
Banking & Finance
July 19, 2026
2 min
Opening a bank account in Georgia for a non-resident
A non-resident can open an account in a Georgian bank, but banks conduct strict background checks. We'll explore the documents, verification of the origin of funds, common reasons for refusal, and how to improve your chances.
Labor & Employment
July 19, 2026
2 min
Vacation and Overtime: Your Rights
The Labor Code grants employees paid annual leave and regulates overtime work. We will explain the length of leave, pay, and overtime rules.
Family & Inheritance
June 8, 2026
1 min
Child Support (Alimony) Amount in Georgia 2026: What Courts Award
How much is child support in Georgia? Case law, the factors courts weigh, changing the amount, and the court-fee exemption.
Family & Inheritance
June 7, 2026
4 min
Did you miss the 6-month deadline for receiving an inheritance? — Restoration of the deadline and registration of inheritance 2026
Missing the 6-month deadline for accepting an inheritance does not automatically mean losing the inheritance: there are three solutions — consent of the heirs, actual possession, and legal action.