PREMIER CRIMINAL LAWYER IN TBILISI, GEORGIA
SABA KHELASHVILI - EXPERIENCED CRIMINAL DEFENSE LAWYER IN TBILISI, TRUSTED BY HIS CLIENTS.
EFFECTIVE ADVOCACY IN THE FIELD OF CRIMINAL LAW
DEFENSE AT THE STAGES OF INVESTIGATION AND TRIAL
Saba Khelashvili (ID No: 10426) is an active member of the Georgian Bar Association and a highly competent criminal defense lawyer.
His law firm practices throughout Georgia, in courts of first instance, appeal, and the Supreme Court, including participation in high-profile criminal cases tried by jury.
In addition, the counsel represents clients in the Prosecutor's Office of Georgia and all other investigative agencies at any stage of the investigation.

RESULT-ORIENTED DEFENSE
Conducting an effective investigation, cross-examining witnesses, and securing a plea bargain under desired conditions.
ADEQUATE PRICES
Hire a lawyer at the best price and with fair payment terms.
STRATEGIC CASE AUDIT
Qualified legal consultation, analysis of evidence, and a jointly developed defense strategy.
POST-PROCESS SUPPORT
Appeal, cassation, expungement of criminal record, and modification of the unserved portion of a sentence.
INDIVIDUAL APPROACH
We understand that each case is unique and requires an individual approach. Therefore, we study the specifics of the case and develop a tailored strategy.
HIGH BUSINESS REPUTATION
In professional circles, we also enjoy the reputation of a reliable, experienced, and qualified company, which is ensured by the conscientious fulfillment of professional duties.
HIGHEST STANDARD OF ETHICS
In addition, we respect professional ethics: trust, confidentiality, and collegiality. We also never allow compromise or conflict of interest to the detriment of the client.
INDIVIDUAL APPROACH
We understand that each case is unique and requires an individual approach. Therefore, we study the specifics of the case and develop a tailored strategy.
HIGH BUSINESS REPUTATION
In professional circles, we also enjoy the reputation of a reliable, experienced, and qualified company, which is ensured by the conscientious fulfillment of professional duties.
HIGHEST STANDARD OF ETHICS
In addition, we respect professional ethics: trust, confidentiality, and collegiality. We also never allow compromise or conflict of interest to the detriment of the client.
PROVIDING QUALITY CRIMINAL DEFENSE THROUGHOUT GEORGIA
CHOOSE THE RIGHT REPRESENTATION EVERYWHERE
In criminal proceedings, it is important to choose the right representation, since both in Tbilisi and in the regions, knowledge of local court practice and a well-established professional reputation in court play a decisive role in the outcome of the case.
CRIMINAL TRIAL LAWYER IN TBILISI
On the one hand, Saba Khelashvili primarily practices law in the capital city – Tbilisi, and, accordingly, is well-acquainted with the local court practices.
LEGAL REPRESENTATION IN REGIONS
On the other hand, the experience gained in Tbilisi City, Court of Appeals, and Supreme Court, along with the strong reputation of a lawyer, establishes him as a trusted and qualified lawyer in the regional context.
REPUTATIONAL INFLUENCE
Moreover, the strong professional reputation gained in Georgian courts gives his word even greater credibility in the eyes of judges and jurors.
WHEN SELECTING REPRESENTATION, FIRST AND FOREMOST, CONSIDER THAT:
- WE DO NOT PROVIDE GUARANTEES!
- WE ONLY CREATE PRECONDITIONS FOR ACHIEVING THE DESIRED RESULT IN THE CASE!
- ULTIMATELY, THE COURT MAKES THE DECISION!


MAIN AREAS OF CRIMINAL DEFENSE
SABA KHELASHVILI PROVIDES LEGAL SERVICES IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS:
EVIDENCE COLLECTION
Conducting investigative and procedural actions for the purpose of obtaining evidence in favor of the defense position.
REPRESENTATION IN COURT IN TBILISI, GEORGIA
Representation in the Constitutional, first instance, appellate, cassation and jury courts of Georgia.
SURRENDER AND EXTRADITION
Participation in extradition and in the surrender of persons to the International Criminal Court procedures.
INTERPOL DATA CASES
Case proceedings before the Commission for the Control of Interpol’s Files (CCF) with a request for the review, deletion, correction, or access to data.
PENAL ENFORCEMENT LAW
Legal assistance in matters of penal enforcement and probation. As well as participation in cases of expungement of criminal records and pardoning.
VICTIM PROTECTION
Filing an application to the prosecutor's office with a request to recognize the victim as an injured party and initiate prosecution, and filing a complaint to the court.
CASES UNDER PROCEEDINGS BY THE LAW FIRM
ONGOING CRIMINAL CASES BY CATEGORIES
WHY SHOULD YOU CONTACT A CRIMINAL ATTORNEY IN TIME?
FOUR MAIN REASONS THAT ARE DECISIVE FOR THE CASE
OBTAINING KEY EVIDENCE
The first 48 hours from the start of criminal prosecution are the most important, as the key evidence in the case is obtained during this period. In the next stage of the investigation, both parties will rely on this evidence to obtain the rest.
DEADLINES FOR APPEAL
On the other hand, investigative actions conducted in violation of the law must be appealed to the investigative panel within the 48 hours defined by law; otherwise, the evidence obtained may be deemed admissible. If not challenged, it will proceed to the merits stage of the case and may serve as the basis for a guilty verdict.
IMPOSITION OF A PREVENTIVE MEASURE
Moreover, within 48 hours of your detention, the prosecutor will apply to the court with a request to use a preventive measure, and to a large extent it depends on the lawyer which measure the judge will apply.
DETERMINING THE DATE OF INVESTIGATION COMPLETION
Furthermore, at the first preliminary hearing, the end date of the investigation is determined. This period is critical for you, since the collection of exculpatory information is only possible during this time. Considering this, your lawyer ensures that the court sets a reasonable timeframe for completing the investigation.

TIMELY INVOLVEMENT OF A LAWYER IN THE CASE ENSURES EFFECTIVE DEFENSE, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING:
- YOU AVOID IRREPARABLE CONSEQUENCES
- A JOINT DEFENSE STRATEGY IS DEVELOPED
- PREVENTS THE PROSECUTION FROM OBTAINING ADDITIONAL EVIDENCE
CONTACT ONE OF THE LEADING CRIMINAL DEFENSE LAWYERS IN GEORGIA!
TIMELY CONTACT WITH A LAWYER ENSURES EFFECTIVE DEFENSE AND HELPS YOU AVOID IRREPARABLE CONSEQUENCES. CONTACT THEM PROMPTLY – CHOOSE THE RIGHT REPRESENTATION WITH US!
HOW TO WIN A CRIMINAL CASE?
FOUR MAIN RULES FOR WINNING A CASE
IN AN ADVERSARIAL PROCESS, WHERE THE JUDGE ONLY PERFORMS THE FUNCTION OF ISSUING A VERDICT, THE MAIN ROLE IS PLAYED BY THE PROSECUTOR AND THE LAWYER, AND THEIR PROFESSIONALISM CAN DETERMINE THE OUTCOME OF THE CASE.
THUS, WINNING A CASE REQUIRES COLLECTING ADEQUATE EVIDENCE, DEVELOPING A SOUND DEFENSE STRATEGY, AND EFFECTIVELY PRESENTING THE CASE IN COURT.
WITH THIS IN MIND, SABA KHELASHVILI'S DEFENSE METHODOLOGY IS BASED ON FOUR MAIN TACTICS, NAMELY:
CONDUCTING AN EFFECTIVE INVESTIGATION
OUR GOAL IS TO OBTAIN MATERIALS THAT PROVE YOUR INNOCENCE. THE DEFENSE DOES NOT RELY SOLELY ON THE EVIDENCE PRESENTED BY THE PROSECUTION, BUT CONDUCTS ITS OWN, INDEPENDENT, AND THOROUGH INVESTIGATION, THEREBY CREATING A SOLID FOUNDATION FOR THE CASE:
- WE SEARCH FOR AND QUESTION OUR WITNESSES, EXAMINE THE CRIME SCENE, AND CONDUCT AN INVESTIGATIVE EXPERIMENT;
- WE OBTAIN VIDEO SURVEILLANCE FOOTAGE TO SHOW THE COURT THE OBJECTIVE TRUTH;
- IF NECESSARY, WE COLLECT SAMPLES AND COMMISSION AN INDEPENDENT EXPERTISE.
STRATEGIC ANALYSIS OF EVIDENCE
WE STUDY ALL THE EVIDENCE OBTAINED BY THE PROSECUTION WITH PARTICULAR ACCURACY: WE ANALYZE EVERY DETAIL OF THE CASE TO QUESTION THEIR ORIGIN, AUTHENTICITY, ADMISSIBILITY, AND RELIABILITY:
- WE CHECK WHETHER THERE WAS A STANDARD OF PROBABLE CAUSE TO CONDUCT INVESTIGATIVE ACTIONS;
- WE COUNT THE TIMES MENTIONED IN THE PROTOCOLS AND IDENTIFY SIGNIFICANT INCONSISTENCIES;
- WE SEARCH FOR CRITICAL INACCURACIES IN THE PROTOCOLS OF THE PROSECUTION'S WITNESS INTERROGATIONS AND PREPARE A QUESTIONNAIRE FOR CROSS-EXAMINATION.
EFFECTIVE CROSS-EXAMINATION
CROSS-EXAMINATION IS THE SHARPEST AND MOST POWERFUL TOOL OF THE DEFENSE IN THE COURTROOM. IT IS NOT JUST ASKING QUESTIONS, IT IS A THOROUGH PROCESS AIMED AT GETTING THE PROSECUTION'S WITNESS TO ADOPT THE VERSION THAT THE DEFENSE WANTS:
- OUR GOAL IS TO IDENTIFY THE WITNESS'S POSSIBLE BIAS, HIDDEN MOTIVES, OR INTEREST IN THE OUTCOME OF THE CASE;
- WE VERIFY HOW THE WITNESS'S STATEMENTS IN COURT ALIGN WITH THE TESTIMONY GIVEN DURING THE INVESTIGATION OR OTHER EVIDENCE.
- WITH THE RIGHT APPROACH, WE FORCE THE WITNESS TO CONFIRM, IN THEIR OWN WORDS, THE FACTS THAT SUPPORT THE DEFENSE'S POSITION.
EFFECTIVE NEGOTIATION WITH THE PROSECUTION
COOPERATING WITH THE INVESTIGATION IS SOMETIMES THE MOST ECONOMICAL, FASTEST, AND MOST EFFECTIVE WAY TO WIN A CASE. YOUR LAWYER KNOWS WHEN FIGHTING FOR AN ACQUITTAL MAKES SENSE AND WHEN NEGOTIATION IS THE BEST SOLUTION.
- OFTEN, COOPERATION WITH THE INVESTIGATION AND ADMISSION OF GUILT LEAD TO A RESULT EQUIVALENT TO WINNING;
- THIS WAY, IT IS POSSIBLE TO ACHIEVE A REDUCTION OF THE CHARGES, A LOWERING OF THE EXPECTED SENTENCE, OR CONDITIONAL RELEASE;
- IN ADDITION, IT IS POSSIBLE TO REPLACE THE EXPECTED IMPRISONMENT WITH A LESS SEVERE FORM OF PUNISHMENT.
STORIES THAT CHANGED PEOPLE'S LIVES
OUR CLIENTS' PERSONAL EXPERIENCES AND ADVICE
When life confronts you with injustice, lawyer Saba Khelashvili always chooses the path of fighting for justice.
The absolute majority of clients, about 70%, choose us through personal experience and recommendation!
Considering this, our clients will share their experience of working with us and tell you stories that changed their lives!