Georgia’s British Lawyer – Today will be important day not only for Georgian people but for European Court

11:03, 23.05.2018

The Grand Chamber of the European Court of Human Rights will consider a suit filed by Georgia against Russia in connection with the 2008 armed conflict between Georgia and Russia today.

Georgia’s state attorneys and members of Justice Ministry’s delegation are preparing for the final open hearing into the case. British lawyers will defend Georgia’s state interests.

According to Ben Emmerson, one of the British lawyers, May 23 will be important day not only for Georgian people but for the European Court as well.

Georgia accuses Russia of violation of 8 articles of European Convention during 2008 Georgia-Russia war.

Justice/Crime

Ben Emmerson

European Court of Human Rights