CEE Legal Matters
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Georgia’s political and judicial challenges are impacting lawyers, particularly with attempts to introduce FARA-style regulations in a way that could restrict their work, according to J&T Consulting Partner Otar Machaidze. Legal work is stagnating and businesses are waiting for stability while the new convention on lawyers offers a rare glimmer of hope.
Former Head of KPMG Law Georgia Jaba Gvelebiani has launched Gvelebiani Law.
Georgia’s post-election turbulence has cast a shadow over its business and legal landscape, with pro-EU momentum suspended as of now and investor confidence somewhat shaken, PwC Legal Director and Head of Legal Vano Gogelia reports. Despite the uncertainty, key sectors like construction, infrastructure, and energy remain active, providing cautious optimism amidst widespread challenges.
