Legal Services in Batumi

Updated on Monday 20th March 2023

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Georgia has become an attractive investment destination for foreign entrepreneurs who want to open companies in a European country, even if it is not an EU member state. On the other side, there are also foreign citizens who want to move and purchase properties in Georgia. One of the most appreciated cities in this country is Batumi.

One of the advantages of purchasing a property here refers to the average market price. If you want to buy a property in Georgia in the city of Batumi you will pay considerably less than if you would have bought the same property in the capital city, Tbilisi.

For instance, the price of a studio apartment located in Batumi starts at EUR 30,000, while a 2 rooms apartment of 70 square meters can cost EUR 46,000.

For all those who need assistance in completing various activities, our lawyers in Georgia can provide legal services in Batumi based on their needs and requests. The services provided by our law firm range from civil and commercial related matters to obtaining residency and even litigation.

We invite you to read below about our legal services in Batumi and get in touch with us for whichever of them you need.

Services provided by our lawyers in Batumi

Our law firm in Georgia has gathered a team of specialists in various laws and they can provide various legal services across the country. One of the most sought cities to move to or start a business in is Batumi. This is why we can help those who have an interest in Batumi with the following legal services:

assistance in immigrating to Georgia by moving to Batumi – we can assist in preparing the necessary documents for immigration;
assistance in buying various types of properties in Batumi – we can also provide legal real estate due diligence services;
business counseling, registration and liquidation procedures for foreign investors in Batumi;
legal assistance in litigation procedures – we can represent citizens and companies before the courts in Batumi;
assistance in marriage registration, divorce, child custody and maintenance under the provisions of the Civil Law;
assistance in various commercial matters related to contractual matters in Batumi;
tax advice for those who need to understand the tax legislation in Georgia.

We offer the same services in Tbilisi, so no matter where you decide to move or start a business, you can rely on our lawyers in Georgia.

Move to Batumi with the help of our lawyers

Batumi is one of the most prolific business centers in Georgia and those who want to move here can rely on our local lawyers who can:

advise on the most suitable type of residence permit;
prepare the documents needed for immigration;
advise on the interview requirements.

According to our immigration lawyers in Batumi, foreign citizens can apply for temporary and permanent residence permits for Georgia. Employment visas for those who find work with Georgian companies are also available. It is also useful to know that Georgia has permanent residence by investment scheme.

You can also rely on us for information and assistance in buying residential and commercial properties in Batumi.

If you are planning to move to Georgia, you can rely on us for legal services in Batumi for obtaining any of the residence permits presented above.

Business registration services in Batumi

One of the most sought legal services in Batumi is related to starting a business here. According to the Commercial Law, foreign citizens will benefit from the same rights as local investors and with the help of our lawyers in Batumi, you can:

choose an appropriate business form;
draft the documents required for company incorporation;
file the documents with the Trade Register Office in Batumi;
obtain tax identification and VAT numbers;
apply for special licenses and permits.

If you need to close a company in Batumi, you can rely on us for assistance in completing the liquidation and dissolution procedures.

Litigation attorneys in Batumi

Foreign citizens who need assistance in litigation cases can rely on our attorneys in Batumi. We can represent you in various types of disputes, such as:

divorce hearings;
commercial disputes;
business litigation;
contractual disputes;
employment litigation.

The proceedings can be completed in Georgian courts through trials, mediation or arbitration with the International Arbitration Centre.

Other legal services in Batumi

Georgian and foreign citizens, as well as single investors and companies can rely on our lawyers in Batumi for other services, among which, assistance in various taxation matters and intellectual property advice.

You can also rely on us for guidance in other legal matters related to property registration and employment matters.

Assistance in employment matters offered by our law firm

Employment is one of the most complex matters a company deals with, as there are many aspects to consider when hiring local and foreign workforce. The first step in the right direction is understanding how the legislation applies, the types of work contracts a business can hire staff under in the best manner and how to hire qualified workers from abroad.

Batumi is one of the most important business centers in Georgia and the assistance of our lawyers here can cover all these aspects and provide tailored support for all companies seeking to comply with the employment regulations.

If you need assistance in drafting and concluding work relations in your company in Batumi, our lawyers are at your service. Also, employment termination is one of the most delicate matters in which our attorneys can provide guidance, in order to avoid disputes. If such a problem arises, however, we can also provide legal support in resolving it in the best manner possible.

Special attention must be paid when dealing with mergers, acquisitions, takeovers, and liquidation, as there are specific regulations that need to be respected in the Employment Law area. This is where the experience and knowledge of a lawyer can be of help and be useful when dealing with such important matters.

Our lawyers in Batumi can also represent employee’s rights when facing unpleasant situations. Employment contract verifications, explaining your rights and obligations in the context of the law, and offering representation are among the services you can rely on us for.

For foreign employees we can prompt services when it comes to the renewal of their work and residence permits so they can continue their work without interruptions.

Let us help you have your rights respected, no matter if you are an employer or employee.

Buy a home in Batumi with our help

Batumi is one of the most appealing parts of Georgia when it comes to owning a home or apartment. No matter if you have found or are still looking for the perfect place to stay, you can start working with our lawyers. They can advise on what to look for in a property and the main legal issues you could encounter before signing the sale-purchase contract.

If you have already found the place you consider to be your next home, you can rely on our lawyers in Batumi for due diligence support which implies a through verification with the Land Register. This procedure will uncover some of the most common problems you can deal with when buying a property in a foreign country:

encumbrances of the former owner or owners;
various problems with the property deed;
details on whether the property is subject to any litigation.

There are various aspects you can check before acquiring real estate, which is why a verification can ensure that once you move, you will not have any issue and start enjoying one of the most beautiful cities in Georgia.

Our law firm in Georgia is also at the service of companies dealing with complex real estate acquisition for commercial or industrial buildings. We can guide on the permits required to start such large projects in or outside Batumi.

Tailored services for natural persons in Batumi

Our lawyers in Batumi are also specialized in Civil Law matters and can help Georgian and foreign citizens dealing with various issued resolve them. While some of them are easy to settle, such as marriage registration, even in the case of foreigners getting married here, the opposite is the divorce which has more ramifications and needs special attention.

We can help mediate problems with the former spouse, such as reaching an agreement on child custody or division of assets, but we can also provide representation in court. This last part implies more complicated procedures and paperwork and can lead to longer resolution times. Being represented by our lawyers will imply making sure all the documents requested by the judge are correct and filed in due time. Also, all your questions and uncertainties will be answered in a timely manner.

Tax advice provided by our Georgian lawyers

Georgia’s taxation system is not complicated, however, understanding the legislation and knowing the advantages businesspersons and companies can obtain can be beneficial, especially when dealing with tax planning and minimization solutions, but also with the requirements for obtaining various incentives granted by government agencies.

If you have a company in Batumi and need support in tax matters, our lawyers can explain the legal aspects behind them. Foreign companies can also rely on our lawyers in Georgia.

Why start a business in Batumi?

Alongside the capital Tbilisi, Batumi is one of the most prolific cities of Georgia and those who want to open companies here should know that:

Batumi is the 2^nd largest city in Georgia and it is located in the autonomous region of Adjara;
the Port of Batumi generates an annual revenue of 200 million to 300 million US dollars;
the city and the region of Adjara attract around 2,1 million visitors per year;
in 2019, Batumi won the 1^st position in the World Travel Awards Europe Gala Ceremony.

For complete information on our legal services in Batumi, please contact our law firm in Georgia.