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Skills
Experience
Counsel
GI Legal, Tbilisi
2023-02 -
Directed the legal lifecycle of major energy infrastructure projects, acting as lead counsel for 100 MW and 30 MW wind power plants from inception to pre‑feasibility stage. Managed regulatory compliance and negotiated key Memoranda of Understanding with government entities, securing essential partnerships. Oversaw preparation and participation in Contract‑for‑Difference auctions, negotiating post‑auction agreements to ensure financial viability. Represented clients in high‑value arbitration and litigation under SCC and LCIA rules, minimizing liability. Provided strategic advice on cross‑border transactions, corporate restructuring and compliance matters.
Senior Legal Counsel
Georgian International Arbitration Centre (GIAC), Tbilisi
2017-09 -
Administered complex arbitration proceedings, advising on procedural and institutional issues to ensure efficient dispute resolution. Drafted institutional policies, legal instruments and contractual documents, strengthening the Centre’s framework. Coordinated international legal projects and maintained direct liaison with leading arbitral institutions and practitioners, expanding the Centre’s global engagement. Provided strategic opinions on emerging dispute‑resolution developments, influencing institutional practice.
Chief Legal Officer
Geomedica LLC (GE Healthcare distributor), Tbilisi
2017-09 -
Steered the overall legal strategy for both international and domestic operations, protecting corporate assets and optimizing business processes. Drafted, reviewed and negotiated critical commercial agreements while advising senior leadership on regulatory, privacy, competition and compliance matters. Managed objections and led strategic participation in high‑stakes public and international tenders, including IAEA, WAWF and UNOPS, securing competitive advantages. Represented the company in arbitration and litigation cases, defending corporate interests.
Governing Board Member
Georgian Association of Arbitrators, Tbilisi
2021-08 - 2023-08
Contributed to the development of policy and training criteria, elevating industry standards for arbitration practitioners. Led targeted outreach initiatives that enhanced the alternative dispute resolution landscape in Georgia. Collaborated with board members to shape strategic direction and promote best practices across the arbitration community.
Languages
English
fluent
Georgian
fluent
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