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BGI acts for IFIs

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has just completed a deal worth GEL100 million (approximately $48.54 million) from its first ever sale of Georgian lari bonds with BGI Legal acting as local counsel for the underwriter (TBC Broker LLC, a subsidiary of TBC Bank JSC) in the bond issuance leg of the transaction. The proceeds of the bond issue have been lent to TBC Bank and will be used to provide investment and support the development of small businesses in Georgia.


"BGI Legal is extremely pleased to have been involved with this largest ever lari bond offering which will undoubtedly make a significant difference for small businesses in Georgia and indeed have an impact on the Georgian economy as a whole", said partner, Lasha Gogiberidze.


For more information on the deal, please follow the links below:
http://cbw.ge/home/tbc-bank-obtains-gel-100-million-loan-from-adb/


http://www.finchannel.com/index.php/opinion/press-releases/item/40341-adb-sells-largest-georgia-lari-bond-to-boost-capital-market-small-companies


BGI Legal has also recently acted for another IFI in a GEL denominated bond issue, more details of which can be found in the following link: http://ifcext.ifc.org/IFCExt/pressroom/IFCPressRoom.nsf/0/1F87C331263B820785257DEF00533EE0?OpenDocument

Zaza Bibilashvili is a well-known and highly regarded figure in the Georgian legal market. One of the founding partners of the firm, he oversees projects and is a key contact for clients. Lasha Gogiberidze has been called "one of the leading lawyers in Georgia" and "a central person not just in capital markets, but in the legal market in general." Considered an expert in capital markets and project finance work, particularly in the energy sphere, he is highly respected by his peers, who say: "He`s among the top lawyers who shaped the legal market."

Chambers Global - 2016

Vastly experienced market-leading firm assisting international and regional clients with all manner of corporate and commercial matters. Particularly well versed in project financing and loan agreements. Clients say: "The lawyers are detail-oriented and are always very helpful... Among the leading firms in Georgia."

Chambers Europe - 2016
A leading figure in capital markets and M&A, Lasha Gogiberidze has an enviable track record of acting on the market's highlight deals, primarily advising banks, including international developmental institutions. He wins praise for his responsiveness and is described as "very client-focused and understanding of our needs."

 

Chambers Global - 2018