Gvinadze & Partners pleased to report continued inclusion of Managing Partner Nick Gvinadze in LEGAL500’s most prestigious “Hall of Fame”, as well as his continued top-tier ranking in all practice areas covered by the lead legal directory in 2024. According to the latest research, the firm also boasts Top Tier ranking in Dispute Resolution and is highly recognized in all other practice areas.

“This recognition comes at the cost of very hard work, but the reward has always been the pleasure and privilege of working with some of the most amazing clients and colleagues on some of the most noteworthy projects and disputes of our region – congrats to all of our almighty team at Gvinadze & Partners, and especially to our senior lawyers – Sophie Panjikidze, Tornike Amilakhvari, Lesley Rogers, Anzor Khatiashvili and Tinatin Javakhishvili – whose work has been individually noted and recognized”, commented Nick Gvinadze.

Dentons, the world’s largest global law firm, has ascended into the top 10 of the Global Arbitration Review’s GAR30 ranking of international arbitration law firms globally for 2024.

Dentons’ elevation to 9th place represents a remarkable advancement from its 11th place ranking in 2023, showcasing an impressive leap of two positions, following an earlier unprecedented climb of 23 places from 2021. This continuous upward trajectory reflects Dentons’ unwavering commitment to delivering innovative legal solutions and its dedication to exceeding client expectations on a global scale.

Reflecting on this accomplishment, Anna Crevon and Lawrence Teh, Co-heads of Dentons’ global International Arbitration group, commented, “Global Arbitration Review’s ranking of Dentons as one of the top 10 practices in the world is a recognition of the firm’s global arbitration practice. In today’s reality, parties often require a transnational team of lawyers, who are skilled and diverse, to advise and represent them in complex multi-jurisdictional disputes, wherever they may arise around the world. GAR ranking confirms that this is exactly what we are dedicated to and capable of delivering to support our clients across the globe.”

The Dentons International Arbitration group comprises over 500 lawyers who collaborate seamlessly across jurisdictions to assist clients throughout all stages of international arbitration disputes, spanning civil law, common law, international treaties, and public international law.

About Dentons

Across over 80 countries, Dentons helps you grow, protect, operate and finance your organization by providing uniquely global and deeply local legal solutions. Polycentric, purpose-driven and committed to inclusion, diversity, equity and sustainability, we focus on what matters most to you. www.dentons.com

Lela Basilaia, associate of Dentons’ Tbilisi office, coached the Vis Moot team from New Vision University in Georgia. The team participated in the AIAC APAC Pre-Moot in Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia) from March 6-8^th and was the only team from Georgia. They competed against 150 teams and performed exceptionally well, securing a spot in the top 8. The team was awarded the “Spirit of the Moot” award for their outstanding performance and commitment to inclusiveness and fairness during the competition.

When asked about the achievement, Lela Basilaia stated: “Our team secured its place among 8 best teams out of 150 participants at AIAC-APAC Vis Pre-Moot and was honored to receive a special award – “Spirit of the Moot”. I could not be prouder of my team for this wonderful achievement. Now we are working hard to show our “Spirit of the Moot” in the final round in Vienna.”

Her first steps as a coach were at the 13th Tbilisi Vis Pre-Moot organized by CLDP Georgia and Arbitration Initiative Georgia (AIG), where Dentons Georgia sponsored the event.

The Willem C. Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot, or Vis Moot, is an international moot competition. Since 1994, it has been held annually in Vienna, Austria, attracting more than 300 law schools globally and spurring the creation of more than 20 pre-moots each year before the actual rounds are held in Vienna. It is the largest arbitration moot competition, and second-largest moot overall, in the world; considered a grand slam or major moot.

The Asian International Arbitration Centre (“AIAC”), orchestrating brilliance since 2017 through its iconic AIAC Pre-Moot, has hosted some of the biggest regional events in conjunction with the Vis Moot. Conducted within the hearing rooms at Bangunan Sulaiman, Kuala Lumpur, the AIAC Pre-Moot has established itself as a redefining spectacle of excellence.

About Dentons

Across over 80 countries, Dentons helps you grow, protect, operate and finance your organization by providing uniquely global and deeply local legal solutions. Polycentric, purpose-driven and committed to inclusion, diversity, equity and sustainability, we focus on what matters most to you. www.dentons.com

In the newly released 2024 edition of the Chambers Europe guide, Dentons’ Tbilisi office maintains its Top-ranked position and increases its individual rankings.

Our practice continues to be ranked as Band 1 for General Business Law, the only practice area ranked by Chambers Europe 2024 for Georgia, and both our partners traditionally are recognized as a top ranked lawyers – Otar Kipshidze Band 1 for Dispute Resolution and Band 2 for General Business Law and Avto Svanidze Band 1 for General Business Law.

We are happy to announce that two of our lawyers have received new rankings. Per the guide, “an outstanding litigation lawyer with a deep and profound knowledge of local laws” Zurab Kiliptari (Dispute Resolution) joins the rankings on the back of strong market support, and Associate to watch Irakli Pipia (General Business Law) enters the rankings for the first time this year on the back of positive client feedback: “Irakli Pipia offers quality client service.”

According to the Chambers Europe’s commentators, “Otar Kipshidze understands the client’s needs very well…”, and “is available for the ‘big picture’ queries”, when Avto Svanidze is described as “a top lawyer.”

Furthermore, Dentons’ Tbilisi team maintained its Top-ranking position in the latest 2024 edition of Chambers and Partners’ global guide, that was released in February. In addition to our Band 1 position in General Business Law, the only practice covered for Georgia, both our partners got leading recognition in the individual rankings.

Chambers and Partners is the leading independent professional legal research company, delivering detailed rankings and insight into the world’s leading lawyers and law firms. Chambers Global Guide ranks the top global lawyers and law firms in over 200 jurisdictions across the world. Chambers Europe Guide ranks the top lawyers and law firms across Europe, providing indispensable insights, and market intelligence for law firm clients as well as legal professionals.

Dentons’s Tbilisi practice is top ranked by Chambers and Partners since 2007.

About Dentons

Across over 80 countries, Dentons helps you grow, protect, operate and finance your organization by providing uniquely global and deeply local legal solutions. Polycentric, purpose-driven and committed to inclusion, diversity, equity and sustainability, we focus on what matters most to you. www.dentons.com