Expert Legal Insights: Understanding the Role of a Lawyer in Georgia

An Interview with Renowned Attorney Lasha Janibegashvili

For many, the word "lawyer" is strictly associated with arrests and prisoners. This is a common misconception. To clarify the vital role of legal professionals, we spoke with Lasha Janibegashvili, a prominent attorney known for his strategic vision and high success rate.

The Complexity of the Legal Profession

Lawyering is one of the most demanding professions, requiring immense mental fortitude and constant dedication. In Georgia, the profession is generally divided into two main specializations:

1. Criminal Defense Lawyers

These are the experts we often see in the media, handling high-profile cases involving investigators and prosecutors.

• The 48-Hour Window: When a person is detained, a preventative measure hearing is held within 48 hours to decide on pre-trial detention.

• Urgency: It is crucial to contact a qualified criminal lawyer immediately upon arrest to avoid imprisonment from the very start.

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2. Civil and Administrative Law Specialists

Civil lawyers are often less "famous" in the media but handle incredibly complex and high-stakes cases.

• Evidence Collection: Unlike criminal cases where the state provides a file, a civil lawyer must personally research, investigate, and process every piece of evidence.

• Duration: While criminal trials in the first instance often conclude within 9 months, civil litigations can last for years.

• Scope: This includes property disputes, corporate litigation, real estate legalization (land and apartments), tax disputes, and banking law.

Why the Best Lawyer  Costs More

In the legal world, time is money.  A top-tier at torney invests significant mental, material, and time resources into a case. Even a seemingly "small" case may require 20 or more court appearances. 

Professional Fees:  On average, professional representation starts from 3,000 GEL and upwards.

The Risk of Amateurs: Many "non-professionals" handle cases in the City Court and make grave errors. Even the most qualified lawyer finds it difficult to fix a case once a fundamental mistake has been made in the early stages.

      A Case Study in Excellence: Last year, I faced a defense service represented by a lawyer with 17 years of experience, but only in criminal law. Because he lacked civil specialization, he made critical errors. Even though his client later hired a former judge with 40 years of experience for the appeal, I still won the case. The victory was secured because the opponent failed to hire a specialized civil attorney at the first instance.

Private vs. Public Defense lawyer

Public defenders (Legal Aid) primarily handle criminal cases for the socially vulnerable. However, due to an overwhelming caseload, they often lack the time to dive into the minute details of every file. A private lawyer, on the other hand, protects their professional reputation and enters the courtroom with one goal: To Win.

What Defines a Great Lawyer?

   The Good Lawyer: Knows the law and tries to resolve disputes quickly.

   The Best Lawyer: Does not fear challenges. They understand the "combinations" created by the interplay of different laws. They dive into the smallest details and act effectively against every obstacle.

    About Lasha Janibegashvili

        With 8 years of private practice and his own law office, Lasha Janibegashvili boasts a 98% success rate.

             Proven Track Record: He has won cases against major institutions like TBC Bank, Bank of Georgia, VTB Bank, and various large construction          companies.

             Specialization: Expert in real estate disputes (land/apartments) and microfinance organization litigation.

• Efficiency: He is known for resolving years-long disputes in record time and winning "unwinnable" cases with a single court appearance.

            The Reality of Judicial Independence

Despite efforts by the Bar Association, including constitutional recognition of lawyers and criminalizing interference in legal activities, Janibegashvili believes the state's policy still leaves lawyers vulnerable. "In Europe, the Institute of Law is at a much higher level. What police dare to do to lawyers here would be unthinkable there," he states.

On the Court System

The system needs urgent reform. Currently, a single judge may handle 600 to 800 cases per month. This volume makes objective and speedy justice nearly impossible. Increasing the number of judges and expanding court infrastructure is essential.

Contact Information

If you are looking for the top-ranked lawyer in Georgia via Google search, you can contact Lasha Janibegashvili directly:

• WhatsApp: +995 558 77 77 33

• Experience: 98% Success Rate in Civil & Criminal Law.