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Labor Lawyer in Tbilisi

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Labor Law in Georgia

Labor law in Georgia regulates everything related to work and employment within the country. It defines labor relationships as the work done by employees for employers in exchange for pay, all based on a structured labor arrangement.

Labor Attorneys in Tbilisi

Our company provides consulting and legal services to both employees and non-employees.

  • Representation: We protect your rights in employer-employee relationships.
  • Contract Help: We create, edit, and customize employment contracts to fit your needs.
  • Contract Management: We oversee employee contracts for compliance.
  • Hiring and Firing: We handle hiring new employees and terminating existing contracts.
  • Labor Disputes: We represent you in labor disputes, and we mediate to find solutions.
  • Consultation: We explain your rights and responsibilities.

Labor Attorney for Employees

Advice and recommendations on labor law issues from our experienced lawyers. Services include preparation of labor contracts, bylaws and other documents that will be fully customized to your business operations and specifics. In addition, you will have legal representation, which includes legal services in the courts of all instances in labor disputes, preparation of lawsuits, responses, appeals and other types of documents.

Labor Attorney for Employers

Our legal advice includes the procedure of conciliation with the employer for illegally dismissed employees. In addition, our attorneys represent employees and file lawsuits to protect their rights. Services include representation in courts of all instances and preparation of lawsuits, responses, appeals and other documents.

We provide high-quality services in compliance with labor regulations in labor disputes, labor contracts and general labor law. Contact our law firm in Tbilisi for consultation: +995568887787

FAQs

Does Labor Law Only Apply Once I'm Hired?

No, it doesn't. Labor law also covers aspects before you even sign an employment contract. These rules are in the Constitution of Georgia, international agreements (Georgia is part of the International Labor Organization), and the Labor Code.

What's the Main Law Governing Labor in Georgia?

The Labor Code is the main law. It changes over time to fit Georgia's labor market. Georgia has also committed to aligning its labor laws with the European Union, a process it's actively working on.

How Can Your Law Firm Help With Labor Issues?

We're here to provide in various legal services ways, including representation, contract help and management, hiring and firing, labor disputes, consultation.

FAQ

Common questions

01What services do you offer to clients apart from legal assistance in Georgia?

We provide clients with a wide range of services beyond legal assistance. These include tax services, accounting services, brokerage services, internal audit services, and more.

02What should I bring to the initial legal consultation?

Bring any documents related to your case, including correspondence, contracts, or court notices. This will allow us to better understand your situation and provide accurate advice.

03How can I schedule a consultation with your lawyers?

You can book a consultation through our contact page or by calling our office directly. Our team is ready to provide you with the legal assistance you need.

04What types of legal cases do you handle?

We handle various cases, including but not limited to real estate, family law, labor disputes, gambling, cryptocurrency law, and criminal defense.

05How can I get Georgian tax residency?

There are couple of ways:

●     You may stay in Georgian for any 183 days within 12 months period;

●     Obtain tax residency on the basis of being a high net worth individual.

While the first option is straightforward, second one has following requirements:

●     An individual has to have either GEL3mln in assets OR GEL200k income per annum for last three consecutive years, and

●     An individual shall have Georgian residence permit OR Georgian source income of GEL25k per year.

Note regarding the first option - the time of actual stay in the territory of Georgia shall not include the time, during which a natural person stayed in Georgia:

  • a) as a person having a diplomatic or consular status or as a family member of such person;
  • b) as an employee of an international organisation acting under an international agreement of Georgia or as a person in the public service of a foreign country in Georgia or as a family member of such person, other than Georgian citizens;
  • c) when moving from one foreign country to another via the territory of Georgia;
  • d) for treatment or leisure.
06What are the most common types of residence permits in Georgia issued to LTA clients?

Short-term residence permitissued to an alien, who has the right of ownership of real property within the territory of Georgia (other than agricultural land) with its market value exceeding USD100k equivalent in GEL, and to his/her family members. Can be issued for period 0.5 - 1 year.

Residence permit for investment purposes issued to:

- an alien and their family members who made investment in Georgia of at least USD300k equivalent in GEL (other conditions also apply). After 5 years of satisfying investment-specific conditions - the person is eligible to obtain permanent residency.

- an alien who holds a title to an immovable property in Georgia with a market value exceeding USD300k equivalent in GEL. After 5 years of holding property with mentioned value - the person is eligible to obtain permanent residency.

Labor residence permitissued for implementation of entrepreneurial activities or employment in Georgia. Need to proof respective min. salary of approx. GEL1k per month AND min. turnover of employer (GEL35k or GEL50k turnover per foreigner). Can be issued for period 0.5 - 6 years.

Residence permit for family unification issued to family members of an alien holding residence permit. Can be issued for period 0.5 - 6 years.

Permanent residence permitissued to a spouse, parent and child of a citizen of Georgia. Permanent residence permit is also issued to an alien who has been residing in Georgia for the past 6 years based on temporary residence permit. Residence in Georgia for study or medical treatment and employment at diplomatic and equivalent representative offices in Georgia is not included in this period.