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LegalGEსარჩევი
დაკავშირებული დოკუმენტები
Legal Sandbox Georgia LLC
Version: 1.7
Effective Date: 13 May 2026
Document Language: English (Georgian version prevails in case of conflict)
Changes in v1.2: Integration of Posting Function Rulebook v1.0.
Changes in v1.3: Integration of Reviews & Ratings Function Rulebook v1.0.
Changes in v1.4: Integration of Inquiries & Messaging Function Rulebook v1.0. New Article 20 added.
Changes in v1.5: Integration of Subscriptions & Billing Function Rulebook v1.0. Article 5 (Financial Terms) WHOLLY REPLACED with Subscriptions Rulebook references. New 3-tier structure (Freemium/Pro/Expert in GEL). Subscription Pause Feature DISCONTINUED. USD-pricing migration to direct GEL. Card on File now mandatory at all tiers including Freemium. Profile visibility decoupled from subscription. Added definition of "Subscriptions & Billing Function Rulebook" in Article 1 and incorporation clause in Section 2.1.8.
These Solo Specialist Terms and Conditions ("Agreement" or "T&C") constitute a legally binding agreement between:
Legal Sandbox Georgia LLC, a limited liability company registered under the laws of Georgia, Registration Number: 405713768, with its registered office at Tbilisi, Agmashenebeli Alley N240, Georgia (hereinafter referred to as the "Platform," "We," "Us," or "Our")
AND
The individual or professional accepting these terms (hereinafter referred to as the "Solo Specialist," "Specialist," or "You")
WHEREAS the Platform operates legal.ge, an online marketplace connecting legal and professional service providers with clients seeking such services; and
WHEREAS the Solo Specialist wishes to list their professional services on the Platform and access the Platform's tools and features;
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants and agreements hereinafter set forth, the parties agree as follows:
1.1 In this Agreement, unless the context otherwise requires, the following terms shall have the meanings ascribed to them below:
"Account" means the registered user account created by the Solo Specialist on the Platform, providing access to the Solo Specialist Dashboard and associated features.
"Active Profile" means a Solo Specialist profile that is verified, has an active Subscription, and is visible to the public on the Platform.
"Appeal" means the formal process by which a Solo Specialist may challenge a Client Review, subject to the appeal fee and procedures set forth in Article 19.
"Cabinet" means:
"Client" means any individual or entity that engages or seeks to engage the Solo Specialist's professional services through or in connection with the Platform.
"Client Review" means an evaluation submitted by a Client who has engaged the Solo Specialist's Services, consisting of ratings and optional written feedback.
"Collaborator" means another specialist on the Platform whom the Solo Specialist invites to participate in a case or engagement within the Cabinet.
"Content" means all text, images, documents, posts, profile information, and other materials created, uploaded, or published by the Solo Specialist on the Platform.
"Dispute Resolution Board" means the internal Platform body responsible for reviewing and resolving disputes, complaints, and appeals submitted by users.
"GBA" means the Georgian Bar Association.
"Lead Specialist" means the Solo Specialist who created a case/engagement in the Cabinet and holds primary management authority over it, or another specialist designated as lead with Client agreement.
"Licensed Attorney" means a Solo Specialist who is an active member in good standing of the Georgian Bar Association or equivalent foreign bar association recognized in Georgia.
"Non-Attorney Professional" means a Solo Specialist who provides professional services other than legal services, including but not limited to financial consulting, tax advisory, real estate services, and marketing services.
"Overall Rating" means the Solo Specialist's aggregate public rating calculated as the median of all Main Category Ratings.
"Platform" means the legal.ge website, mobile applications, and all associated services, tools, and features operated by Legal Sandbox Georgia LLC.
"Posting Function Rulebook" or "Rulebook" means the binding rules document governing all Posting activity on the Platform, as may be amended from time to time, incorporated into this Agreement by reference.
"Reviews & Ratings Function Rulebook" means the binding rules document governing all Reviews and Ratings activity on the Platform, as may be amended from time to time, incorporated into this Agreement by reference.
"Inquiries & Messaging Function Rulebook" means the binding rules document governing all Inquiry submission, processing, and resolution on the Platform, as may be amended from time to time, incorporated into this Agreement by reference.
"Subscriptions & Billing Function Rulebook" means the binding rules document governing all Subscription enrollment, billing, and lifecycle on the Platform, as may be amended from time to time, incorporated into this Agreement by reference.
"Organisation Terms and Conditions" or "Organisation T&C" means the binding rules document governing Organisations as institutional entities on the Platform, as may be amended from time to time, incorporated into this Agreement by reference for matters of Organisation membership.
"Affiliated Member" has the meaning given in the Organisation T&C, namely a Solo Specialist who has been admitted to membership of an Organisation per Organisation T&C Article 9.
"Profile" means the Solo Specialist's public-facing professional profile on the Platform, including biographical information, credentials, service areas, and related content.
"Rating" means the numerical score (1-5 stars) assigned by Clients to evaluate the Solo Specialist's Services across specified categories.
"Services" means the professional services offered by the Solo Specialist to Clients.
"Service Category" means the hierarchical classification of services on the Platform, organized into Main Categories, Sub-Categories, and Sub-Sub-Categories.
"Subscription" means the recurring payment required to maintain an Active Profile on the Platform.
"Subscription Period" means the duration of the Subscription plan selected by the Solo Specialist (monthly, six-month, or twelve-month).
"Verification" means the Platform's review and approval process for Solo Specialist profiles before publication.
2.1.1 By creating an Account, submitting a Solo Specialist application, or accessing Solo Specialist features on the Platform, You acknowledge that You have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Agreement in its entirety.
2.1.2 If You do not agree to any provision of this Agreement, You must not register as a Solo Specialist or use Solo Specialist features on the Platform.
2.1.3 This Agreement incorporates by reference the Platform's general Terms of Service and Privacy Policy, which You must also accept.
2.1.4 This Agreement also incorporates by reference the Posting Function Rulebook, which forms a binding part of this Agreement with respect to all of the Solo Specialist's Posting activity on the Platform. By accepting this Agreement, the Solo Specialist also accepts the Posting Function Rulebook in force from time to time. Amendments to the Posting Function Rulebook are governed by Rulebook Article 18.
2.1.5 This Agreement also incorporates by reference the Reviews & Ratings Function Rulebook, which forms a binding part of this Agreement and governs the receipt and processing of Client Reviews of the Solo Specialist. By accepting this Agreement, the Solo Specialist also accepts the Reviews & Ratings Function Rulebook in force from time to time. Amendments to the Reviews & Ratings Function Rulebook are governed by Reviews & Ratings Rulebook Article 17.
2.1.6 This Agreement also incorporates by reference the Inquiries & Messaging Function Rulebook, which forms a binding part of this Agreement and governs the Solo Specialist's receipt and handling of Client Inquiries, payment processing, and consultation delivery. By accepting this Agreement, the Solo Specialist also accepts the Inquiries & Messaging Function Rulebook in force from time to time. Amendments to the Inquiries & Messaging Function Rulebook are governed by Inquiries Rulebook Article 20.
2.2.1 To register as a Solo Specialist, You must:
(a) Be at least eighteen (18) years of age;
(b) Have legal capacity to enter into binding contracts under Georgian law;
(c) Possess valid professional credentials appropriate to Your service category;
(d) For Licensed Attorneys: hold an active license from the Georgian Bar Association or equivalent recognized foreign bar, and provide Your GBA membership number and supporting documentation;
(e) For Non-Attorney Professionals: provide documentation of relevant professional qualifications, certifications, or experience as required by the Platform;
(f) Provide accurate, current, and complete registration information;
(g) Maintain a valid email address and phone number for Platform communications;
(h) Not be subject to any legal prohibition from providing Your professional services;
(i) Not have been previously banned or terminated from the Platform for cause.
2.3.1 Licensed Attorneys must upload valid GBA membership documentation and provide their GBA membership number during registration. The Platform reserves the right to verify this information directly with the GBA.
2.3.2 If a Licensed Attorney's GBA membership is suspended, revoked, or otherwise terminated, the Platform may immediately suspend or terminate the Specialist's Active Profile and Account.
2.3.3 Non-Attorney Professionals must provide documentation substantiating their professional qualifications as requested by the Platform during the Verification process.
2.3.4 You must notify the Platform within forty-eight (48) hours of any change to Your professional licensing or credential status.
2.4.1 Upon submitting Your Solo Specialist application, Your profile will be reviewed by Platform administrators.
2.4.2 Verification decisions are made at the Platform's sole discretion. The Platform may approve, reject, or request additional information.
2.4.3 If Your application is rejected, the Platform will provide written reasons via email. You may resubmit Your application with corrections at any time without waiting period.
2.4.4 There is no limit on the number of resubmissions, provided each submission demonstrates good-faith efforts to address previous concerns.
2.4.5 Verification approval does not constitute an endorsement of Your professional competence, qualifications, or fitness to provide Services.
3.1.1 A Solo Specialist is an independent professional who operates autonomously on the Platform, maintaining direct relationships with Clients without affiliation to any company registered on the Platform.
3.1.2 The Solo Specialist is solely responsible for:
(a) The quality and delivery of all Services provided to Clients;
(b) All communications and agreements with Clients;
(c) Compliance with applicable professional regulations and standards;
(d) Payment arrangements and fee collection from Clients;
(e) Tax obligations arising from professional activities;
(f) Maintaining appropriate records of Client engagements.
3.2.1 The Platform provides a listing and marketplace service only. The Platform:
(a) Does not employ, supervise, or control Solo Specialists;
(b) Does not participate in the delivery of professional Services;
(c) Does not guarantee the quality, accuracy, or outcome of Services;
(d) Does not act as agent, partner, or representative of any Solo Specialist;
(e) Does not mediate fee arrangements between Solo Specialists and Clients except as specifically provided in this Agreement.
3.3.1 THE PLATFORM DOES NOT RECOMMEND, ENDORSE, OR VOUCH FOR ANY SOLO SPECIALIST.
3.3.2 The Platform's role is limited to providing a marketplace where Solo Specialists may list their Services and Clients may browse available professionals.
3.3.3 Users (potential Clients) independently select Solo Specialists based on their own judgment, review of Profile information, Ratings, and other factors.
3.3.4 The display order of Solo Specialists in search results or listings is determined by Platform algorithms and does not constitute a recommendation or quality ranking, except that Specialists with higher Ratings may be displayed more prominently as described in Article 19.
3.3.5 Verification by the Platform confirms only that the Solo Specialist has submitted required documentation; it does not constitute an endorsement of competence, quality, or suitability for any particular Client need.
3.4.1 Subject to active Subscription and Verification, Solo Specialists have access to:
(a) Profile Management: Creation and maintenance of a public professional profile with multilingual support (Georgian, English, Russian);
(b) Cabinet: Case/engagement management system (Litigation Cabinet for attorneys; Working Cabinet for non-attorney professionals);
(c) Content Creation: Ability to create and publish blog posts and articles;
(d) Client Management: Tools to manage Client relationships and communications;
(e) Collaboration Features: Ability to invite other specialists to collaborate on cases;
(f) Notifications: Case-related alerts and deadline reminders;
(g) Trainer Application: Pathway to apply for Trainer status (subject to separate Trainer T&C);
(h) Rating System: Receipt and display of Client Ratings as described in Article 19.
3.5.1 Solo Specialists may indicate their practice areas from the Platform's service catalog. Available categories include but are not limited to:
(a) Legal services (for Licensed Attorneys);
(b) Financial consulting;
(c) Tax advisory;
(d) Real estate services;
(e) Marketing and business consulting;
(f) Other professional service categories as established by the Platform.
3.5.2 Solo Specialists may only list services for which they possess appropriate qualifications and, where applicable, required licenses.
3.5.3 Services are organized in a hierarchical structure of Main Categories, Sub-Categories, and Sub-Sub-Categories. Ratings are associated with the specific Service Category for which Services were provided.
4.1.1 Subject to compliance with this Agreement and active Subscription, the Solo Specialist has the right to:
(a) Maintain a public Profile on the Platform;
(b) Use the Cabinet to manage professional engagements;
(c) Create and publish Content subject to Platform guidelines;
(d) Set their own fees and payment terms with Clients;
(e) Accept or decline potential Client engagements at their discretion;
(f) Invite Collaborators to participate in cases;
(g) Control access levels granted to Clients for case information;
(h) Request data export in accordance with applicable data protection laws;
(i) Apply for Trainer status subject to eligibility requirements;
(j) Appeal Platform decisions to the Dispute Resolution Board;
(k) Pause Subscription visibility in accordance with Section 5.6;
(l) Receive notification of Client Reviews and exercise Appeal rights as provided in Article 19.
4.2.1 The Solo Specialist shall:
(a) Maintain accurate, current, and complete Profile information at all times;
(b) Update Profile information as soon as practicable following any material change;
(c) Pay all Subscription fees when due;
(d) Comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and professional standards;
(e) For Licensed Attorneys: comply with GBA rules of professional conduct;
(f) Deliver Services with professional competence and due care;
(g) Maintain appropriate confidentiality regarding Client matters;
(h) Respond promptly to legitimate Platform communications;
(i) Not engage in any conduct that damages the Platform's reputation;
(j) Not engage in conduct that damages other specialists' reputation;
(k) Keep Platform non-public information confidential;
(l) Comply with the Platform Ethics Standards set forth in Article 6;
(m) Accept legitimate Client Reviews in accordance with Article 19 and not retaliate against Clients for negative reviews.
4.3.1 The Solo Specialist shall not:
(a) Provide false, misleading, or inaccurate information in their Profile or to Clients;
(b) Misrepresent their qualifications, credentials, experience, or results;
(c) Offer services for which they lack appropriate qualifications or licenses;
(d) Engage in fraudulent, deceptive, or dishonest practices;
(e) Harass, defame, or disparage other Platform users;
(f) Attempt to circumvent Platform features or security measures;
(g) Use the Platform for any unlawful purpose;
(h) Share Account credentials with third parties;
(i) Create multiple Accounts without Platform authorization;
(j) Solicit Platform users for competing services outside the Platform;
(k) Interfere with the Platform's operation or other users' access;
(l) Violate intellectual property rights of the Platform or third parties;
(m) Engage in any form of bribery, corruption, or kickback arrangements;
(n) Discriminate against Clients on prohibited grounds under Georgian law;
(o) Manipulate or attempt to manipulate Ratings through fake reviews, incentivized reviews, or other deceptive means;
(p) Retaliate against Clients who submit negative reviews, including but not limited to harassment, threats, or frivolous legal action;
(q) Pressure or incentivize Clients to delete legitimate reviews.
5.1.1 All matters relating to Subscription enrollment, pricing, billing, renewal, plan switching, refunds, and disputes are governed by the Subscriptions & Billing Function Rulebook ("Subscriptions Rulebook"), incorporated into this Agreement by reference and forming a binding part hereof.
5.2.1 Maintaining an Active Profile on the Platform requires activation of a Solo Specialist Subscription tier (Freemium, Pro, or Expert) per Subscriptions Rulebook Article 4.
5.2.2 Even Freemium (0 GEL) requires a Card on File at activation per Subscriptions Rulebook Section 5.2.1.
5.2.3 Profile visibility is contingent on Verification, not Subscription tier; a verified Profile remains publicly visible regardless of tier (per Subscriptions Rulebook Section 4.3.1).
5.3.1 Solo Specialist tiers (Subscriptions Rulebook §4.1, §5):
| Tier | Price (Monthly) | Specialty Slots | Posts/Month | Active Cases/Month | Contact Disclosure |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freemium | 0 GEL | 1 | 5 | 0 | ❌ |
| Pro | 119 GEL | 3 | 10 | 5 | ✅ |
| Expert | 199 GEL | 7 | Unlimited | 30 | ✅ |
5.3.2 Detailed feature entitlements (Verified Badge, Priority Position, Analytics, Priority Support, SEO, LLM Optimization) are set forth in Subscriptions Rulebook Article 5.
5.3.3 Subscription pricing is at the Platform's sole discretion and may be modified per Subscriptions Rulebook Article 12.3.
5.4.1 All Subscription pricing is denominated and paid in Georgian Lari (GEL) per Subscriptions Rulebook Section 3.4.
5.4.2 Foreign currency Subscription quoting and payment are not supported. The Solo Specialist paying from a non-GEL account bears all foreign-exchange risk and any international card processing fees.
5.5.1 Subscriptions auto-renew by default per Subscriptions Rulebook Section 12.2.
5.5.2 Payment is processed via Card on File at the start of each Billing Cycle. Bank transfer is not supported for recurring Subscription payments.
5.5.3 The Solo Specialist may cancel Auto-Renewal at any time before the Renewal Date per Subscriptions Rulebook Article 13.
5.6.1 Upgrade to a higher tier is effective immediately with a Pro-Rated Charge per Subscriptions Rulebook Section 9.1. The original Renewal Date is preserved.
5.6.2 Downgrade to a lower tier is effective at the next Billing Cycle per Subscriptions Rulebook Section 9.2. No prorated refund is issued.
5.6.3 Switching frequency is unlimited per Subscriptions Rulebook Section 9.4.
5.7.1 Upon payment failure on Renewal Date, the Subscription enters Past Due state per Subscriptions Rulebook Section 8.3.
5.7.2 Past Due grace period: 5 days of reminders; on day 6, tier features auto-degrade to Freemium per Subscriptions Rulebook Section 8.4.
5.7.3 The Solo Specialist's Profile remains publicly visible during and after Past Due; only contact disclosure and tier-specific features are affected.
5.7.4 Posts and active cases beyond Freemium quota become read-only (not deleted) per Subscriptions Rulebook Section 14.6.
5.8.1 Cancellation is effective at the end of the current Billing Cycle by default per Subscriptions Rulebook Section 13.2.
5.8.2 No refund is issued for unused portion of the Billing Cycle, except in limited Platform-error scenarios per Subscriptions Rulebook Section 16.2.
5.8.3 Reactivation after cancellation is unrestricted; the Solo Specialist may re-subscribe to any tier at any time.
5.9.1 Subscription fees are non-refundable as a general rule per Subscriptions Rulebook Section 16.1.
5.9.2 Limited refund exceptions apply for Platform-error scenarios (duplicate charges, post-cancellation charges, pricing errors, multi-day Platform outages, dispute resolution findings) per Subscriptions Rulebook Section 16.2.
5.10.1 All taxes applicable to the Solo Specialist on Subscription expense or related income are the Solo Specialist's sole responsibility per Subscriptions Rulebook Article 15.
5.10.2 Subscription pricing is tax-inclusive per Subscriptions Rulebook Section 15.2.
5.10.3 VAT-compliant invoices are issued upon Solo Specialist request per Subscriptions Rulebook Section 15.3.
5.11.1 Where the Solo Specialist joins a Company:
(a) Any active Solo Specialist Subscription is terminated;
(b) No refund is issued for the unused portion;
(c) Remaining days do not transfer to the Company;
(d) The Specialist's features become inherited from the Affiliated Company per Subscriptions Rulebook Article 7.
5.12.1 A Chargeback initiated by the Solo Specialist through their issuing bank (instead of using the Platform dispute mechanism) results in immediate account suspension per Subscriptions Rulebook Article 18.
5.12.2 Chargeback fraud may result in permanent ban from the Platform.
5.13.1 The Subscription Pause Feature available in prior versions of this Agreement is discontinued. Solo Specialists wishing to pause receipt of new Inquiries may use Away Mode per Inquiries & Messaging Function Rulebook Article 14.
6.1.1 The Platform Ethics Standards establish baseline conduct requirements for all Solo Specialists, designed to maintain trust, integrity, and professionalism across the Platform.
6.1.2 These standards apply to all Solo Specialists regardless of professional category.
6.1.3 Licensed Attorneys remain additionally bound by GBA rules of professional conduct; in case of conflict, the more stringent standard applies.
6.2.1 Honesty and Truthfulness
(a) Solo Specialists shall be truthful in all representations to Clients, the Platform, and the public;
(b) Solo Specialists shall not make false or misleading statements about their qualifications, experience, or past results;
(c) Solo Specialists shall not make guarantees or promises regarding outcomes that cannot reasonably be assured;
(d) Solo Specialists shall promptly correct any material misstatement or misunderstanding.
6.2.2 Trust and Loyalty
(a) Solo Specialists shall act in the best interests of their Clients within the bounds of law and professional ethics;
(b) Solo Specialists shall not betray Client confidences or exploit Client information for personal gain;
(c) Solo Specialists shall avoid conflicts of interest and, where conflicts arise, shall disclose them promptly and obtain informed consent or withdraw;
(d) Solo Specialists shall not engage in self-dealing or undisclosed dual representation.
6.2.3 Competence and Diligence
(a) Solo Specialists shall provide Services only in areas where they possess adequate competence;
(b) Solo Specialists shall maintain their professional knowledge and skills;
(c) Solo Specialists shall handle Client matters with appropriate diligence and promptness;
(d) Solo Specialists shall communicate with Clients regarding the status of their matters.
6.2.4 Respect and Professionalism
(a) Solo Specialists shall treat Clients, other Platform users, and Platform staff with respect and courtesy;
(b) Solo Specialists shall not engage in discrimination, harassment, or abusive conduct;
(c) Solo Specialists shall maintain professional boundaries in all interactions;
(d) Solo Specialists shall not disparage other professionals or engage in unfair competitive practices.
6.2.5 Integrity of the Platform
(a) Solo Specialists shall not manipulate reviews, ratings, or other Platform metrics;
(b) Solo Specialists shall not create fake accounts or impersonate others;
(c) Solo Specialists shall report known violations by other users;
(d) Solo Specialists shall cooperate with Platform investigations into alleged misconduct.
6.3.1 Licensed Attorneys shall, in addition to the above:
(a) Maintain strict attorney-client privilege and confidentiality;
(b) Comply with all GBA rules of professional conduct;
(c) Maintain required continuing legal education;
(d) Carry appropriate professional liability coverage where required by law;
(e) Properly supervise any non-attorney staff assisting with Client matters;
(f) Maintain required trust accounts where handling Client funds;
(g) Avoid unauthorized practice of law issues when working across jurisdictions.
6.4.1 Violations of these Ethics Standards may result in:
(a) Warning and requirement to complete corrective action;
(b) Temporary suspension of Account and Profile;
(c) Permanent termination and ban from the Platform;
(d) Reporting to relevant professional regulatory bodies (e.g., GBA);
(e) Legal action where appropriate.
6.4.2 The severity of consequences will be determined based on the nature, severity, and repetition of violations.
7.1.1 The Platform and its licensors retain all right, title, and interest in:
(a) The Platform's software, code, design, and architecture;
(b) The Platform's trademarks, logos, and brand elements;
(c) Platform-generated content and documentation;
(d) All improvements, modifications, and derivative works thereof.
7.1.2 This Agreement grants no ownership rights in Platform intellectual property to the Solo Specialist.
7.2.1 By creating, uploading, or publishing any Post on the Platform — including blog articles, news-feed entries, profile content, and any other content covered by the Posting function — the Solo Specialist grants the Platform the worldwide, perpetual, irrevocable, non-exclusive, royalty-free, sublicensable license set forth in Rulebook Article 12.2.
7.2.2 The Solo Specialist acknowledges that this license:
(a) Authorizes the Platform to share, distribute, excerpt, and adapt the Solo Specialist's Posts on social media platforms, in newsletters, in advertisements, and through any other distribution channel for promoting the Platform and/or the Post;
(b) Survives termination of this Agreement, account closure, and any archival of a Post;
(c) Permits sublicensing to third parties as necessary or useful for the foregoing rights;
(d) Applies to all language versions of a Post, including those produced via the Platform's translation tool.
7.2.3 This Agreement does not transfer ownership of Solo Specialist Content to the Platform. The Solo Specialist retains ownership subject only to the license granted under Rulebook Article 12.2.
7.2.4 The Solo Specialist may republish their Content elsewhere, subject to acknowledgment of legal.ge as the primary source, per Rulebook Article 12.2.3.
7.3.1 The Solo Specialist grants the Platform the right to use their:
(a) Name and professional title;
(b) Profile photograph;
(c) Biography and credentials;
(d) Service descriptions
for Platform marketing materials, website content, social media, and promotional purposes, provided such use is respectful and not defamatory.
7.3.2 This license continues during and after the Solo Specialist's active participation on the Platform.
7.4.1 Upon the Solo Specialist's departure from the Platform:
(a) The license granted under Section 7.2 and Rulebook Article 12.2 continues perpetually;
(b) The Solo Specialist may, at the time of offboarding, elect either to (i) download and archive their published Posts, or (ii) leave their published Posts visible with author attribution preserved as anonymous or "former Specialist";
(c) Voluntary archival post-departure is governed by Rulebook Article 9.3.1(a);
(d) Posts archived for policy violation are retained per Rulebook Article 9.3.1(b) and may not be deleted upon Solo Specialist request;
(e) Where the Solo Specialist's status is suspended for misconduct, their Posts are reviewed by a Moderator before any unpublishing action, per Rulebook Article 17.
7.4.2 Cabinet data (cases, client communications, professional records) is governed separately by Article 8 (Confidentiality and Data Protection) and the forthcoming Cabinet Function Rulebook, and is not subject to this Section.
7.5.1 By uploading Content, the Solo Specialist represents and warrants that:
(a) They own the Content or have obtained all necessary rights and permissions;
(b) The Content does not infringe any third party's intellectual property rights;
(c) The Content does not violate any applicable law or regulation;
(d) The Content does not contain defamatory, obscene, or otherwise objectionable material.
7.5.2 The Solo Specialist shall indemnify the Platform against any claims arising from breach of these warranties.
8.1.1 The Solo Specialist agrees to maintain confidentiality regarding all Platform information that is not publicly available, including but not limited to:
(a) Internal Platform processes and procedures;
(b) Pricing algorithms and business strategies;
(c) Other users' non-public information;
(d) Platform technical specifications and security measures;
(e) Communications with Platform staff marked as confidential.
8.1.2 This confidentiality obligation survives termination of this Agreement.
8.2.1 The Solo Specialist owns and controls all data they input into the Cabinet regarding their Clients and cases/engagements.
8.2.2 The Solo Specialist determines:
(a) What information is entered into the Cabinet;
(b) Who may access case/engagement information (Clients, Collaborators);
(c) The level of access granted to Clients (full or partial);
(d) Who serves as Lead Specialist on a case (with Client agreement).
8.2.3 The Platform has no access to Cabinet data. All Cabinet data is encrypted and technically inaccessible to Platform administrators.
8.3.1 For purposes of Georgian data protection law and GDPR (where applicable):
(a) The Solo Specialist is the Data Controller for all Client personal data and case information entered into the Cabinet;
(b) The Platform is the Data Controller only for Solo Specialist registration and Account information;
(c) The Platform provides the technical infrastructure but does not process or access Client data within the Cabinet.
8.3.2 The Solo Specialist is solely responsible for:
(a) Obtaining appropriate consent from Clients for data processing;
(b) Complying with data subject access requests from their Clients;
(c) Maintaining data security within their control;
(d) Reporting data breaches affecting their Client data.
8.4.1 For Licensed Attorneys, the Platform has implemented technical measures to protect attorney-client privilege:
(a) All Cabinet data is encrypted;
(b) Platform administrators cannot view Cabinet contents;
(c) The existence of attorney-client relationships is not accessible to the Platform;
(d) Only the attorney and their authorized Client(s) can access case information.
8.4.2 In the event the Platform receives a legal subpoena or court order demanding access to Cabinet data:
(a) The Platform will notify the Solo Specialist unless legally prohibited;
(b) The Platform will assert that it has no technical ability to access the encrypted data;
(c) The Platform will not create backdoors or decrypt data to comply with such requests;
(d) Any legal challenge to such orders is the responsibility of the affected Solo Specialist.
8.5.1 Cabinet data (cases/engagements) is retained for one (1) year after the case is marked as closed.
8.5.2 Upon Account deletion by the Solo Specialist:
(a) Cases with active Collaborators or Client access remain accessible to those parties;
(b) No case data is automatically deleted upon Account deletion;
(c) The Solo Specialist may request deletion of case data after all cases are closed.
8.5.3 The Solo Specialist may request export of their personal data in accordance with applicable data protection laws.
8.6.1 The Platform implements reasonable technical and organizational measures to secure the Platform infrastructure.
8.6.2 The Solo Specialist is responsible for:
(a) Maintaining secure passwords and access credentials;
(b) Not sharing Account access with unauthorized parties;
(c) Using secure networks when accessing the Platform;
(d) Reporting suspected security breaches promptly.
9.1.1 THE PLATFORM PROVIDES A LISTING AND MARKETPLACE SERVICE ONLY.
9.1.2 THE PLATFORM EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ALL LIABILITY FOR:
(a) The quality, accuracy, legality, or fitness of Services provided by Solo Specialists;
(b) Any acts or omissions of Solo Specialists;
(c) Any disputes between Solo Specialists and their Clients;
(d) Any professional malpractice or negligence by Solo Specialists;
(e) Any loss or damage suffered by Clients or third parties arising from Solo Specialist Services;
(f) Any representations or warranties made by Solo Specialists;
(g) The accuracy of Solo Specialist Profile information;
(h) Any outcome of legal cases or professional engagements.
9.1.3 THE PLATFORM MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, REGARDING:
(a) The number of Clients the Solo Specialist will obtain;
(b) The revenue the Solo Specialist will generate;
(c) The suitability of the Platform for the Solo Specialist's needs;
(d) Uninterrupted or error-free Platform operation.
9.1.4 TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY GEORGIAN LAW, THE PLATFORM'S TOTAL LIABILITY TO THE SOLO SPECIALIST FOR ANY CLAIMS ARISING FROM THIS AGREEMENT SHALL NOT EXCEED THE SUBSCRIPTION FEES PAID BY THE SOLO SPECIALIST IN THE TWELVE (12) MONTHS PRECEDING THE CLAIM.
9.2.1 The Solo Specialist assumes full and sole responsibility for:
(a) All Services provided to Clients;
(b) All professional advice given;
(c) All representations made to Clients;
(d) Compliance with professional regulations and standards;
(e) Tax and legal obligations arising from their professional activities;
(f) All agreements entered into with Clients;
(g) Any harm or damage caused to Clients or third parties.
9.2.2 The Solo Specialist acknowledges that this responsibility cannot be shared with or transferred to the Platform under any circumstances.
9.3.1 The Solo Specialist agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Platform, its officers, directors, employees, agents, and affiliates from and against any and all claims, damages, losses, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising from or related to:
(a) The Solo Specialist's provision of Services;
(b) Any breach of this Agreement by the Solo Specialist;
(c) Any violation of law or professional regulations by the Solo Specialist;
(d) Any infringement of third-party rights by the Solo Specialist;
(e) Any Client complaints or disputes involving the Solo Specialist;
(f) Any Content uploaded by the Solo Specialist;
(g) Any misrepresentation by the Solo Specialist;
(h) Any tax obligations of the Solo Specialist.
9.3.2 This indemnification obligation survives termination of this Agreement.
9.4.1 The Platform does not require Solo Specialists to maintain professional liability insurance; however, Solo Specialists are strongly encouraged to obtain appropriate coverage.
9.4.2 Licensed Attorneys should consult GBA requirements regarding mandatory insurance.
9.4.3 The decision not to require insurance does not reduce the Solo Specialist's liability or indemnification obligations.
9.5.1 TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, NEITHER PARTY SHALL BE LIABLE TO THE OTHER FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING LOST PROFITS, LOST REVENUE, OR LOST BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES, REGARDLESS OF WHETHER SUCH DAMAGES WERE FORESEEABLE OR WHETHER A PARTY WAS ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
10.1.1 Solo Specialists may invite other Platform specialists to collaborate on cases/engagements within the Cabinet.
10.1.2 The Platform does not govern the terms of collaboration between specialists. Such terms are to be determined by:
(a) Agreement between the collaborating specialists;
(b) Agreement with the Client;
(c) Applicable professional conduct rules.
10.2.1 The Lead Specialist (case creator or designated lead) has authority to:
(a) Manage case/engagement information;
(b) Grant and revoke Collaborator access;
(c) Determine Client access levels;
(d) Close or archive the case.
10.2.2 Designation of a new Lead Specialist requires Client agreement.
10.3.1 The Lead Specialist may remove a Collaborator from a case at any time.
10.3.2 Upon removal, the Collaborator immediately loses access to the case and all associated data.
10.3.3 The Platform is not responsible for any disputes arising from Collaborator removal.
10.4.1 The allocation of responsibility among collaborating specialists is determined by:
(a) The contract between specialists (if any);
(b) The contract with the Client;
(c) Applicable professional conduct rules.
10.4.2 The Platform has no role in determining or enforcing liability allocation among collaborators.
11.1.1 This Agreement becomes effective upon the Solo Specialist's acceptance and continues until terminated in accordance with this Article.
11.1.2 The Subscription Period is separate from the Agreement term; termination of Subscription does not automatically terminate this Agreement.
11.2.1 The Solo Specialist may terminate this Agreement at any time by:
(a) Deleting their Account through the Platform settings; or
(b) Submitting a written termination request to contact@legal.ge.
11.2.2 Upon voluntary termination:
(a) Profile visibility ends immediately;
(b) No refund of unused Subscription fees;
(c) Cabinet data remains accessible to Collaborators and Clients;
(d) The Solo Specialist may request data export;
(e) The Solo Specialist may request deletion of personal data after all cases are closed.
11.3.1 The Platform may suspend the Solo Specialist's Account and Profile, with or without prior notice, for:
(a) Suspected violation of this Agreement;
(b) Suspected fraudulent or illegal activity;
(c) Client complaints under investigation;
(d) Non-payment of Subscription fees;
(e) Requests from law enforcement or regulatory bodies;
(f) Technical or security concerns;
(g) Conduct damaging to Platform reputation;
(h) Conduct damaging to other specialists' reputation;
(i) Pattern of low Ratings indicating service quality concerns;
(j) Any other reason the Platform deems necessary to protect its interests or user safety.
11.3.2 During suspension:
(a) Profile visibility is removed;
(b) The Solo Specialist retains Account access unless otherwise specified;
(c) Cabinet data remains intact;
(d) The Solo Specialist may not create new cases or content.
11.3.3 The Platform will notify the Solo Specialist of suspension and provide an opportunity to respond before making a final determination.
11.4.1 The Platform may terminate this Agreement and the Solo Specialist's Account immediately upon:
(a) Material breach of this Agreement;
(b) Repeated violations despite warnings;
(c) Fraudulent, illegal, or seriously unethical conduct;
(d) Providing materially false Profile information;
(e) Loss or suspension of required professional credentials (e.g., GBA membership);
(f) Conviction of a serious crime;
(g) Conduct causing significant harm to Platform reputation;
(h) Determination by the Dispute Resolution Board;
(i) Court order or regulatory requirement;
(j) Consecutive low Ratings demonstrating persistent service quality issues as determined by the Platform.
11.4.2 Upon termination for cause:
(a) Profile and Account access ends immediately;
(b) No refund of any fees;
(c) The Solo Specialist may be banned from future registration;
(d) Cabinet data handling follows Section 11.5.
11.5.1 Upon any form of termination:
(a) Cases with active Collaborators or Client access remain accessible to those parties;
(b) Published Content remains on the Platform per Section 7.4;
(c) The Solo Specialist may request export of personal data;
(d) The Solo Specialist may request deletion of personal data after all cases are closed;
(e) Data retention periods under Section 8.5 continue to apply.
11.6.1 The following provisions survive termination of this Agreement:
12.1.1 The parties agree to attempt to resolve any dispute arising from this Agreement through good-faith negotiation before initiating formal proceedings.
12.1.2 The Solo Specialist should first contact the Platform at contact@legal.ge with a detailed description of the dispute.
12.2.1 The Platform maintains an internal Dispute Resolution Board to review:
(a) Complaints from Clients regarding Solo Specialists;
(b) Complaints from Solo Specialists regarding Platform decisions;
(c) Appeals of suspension or termination decisions;
(d) Appeals of Client Reviews pursuant to Article 19;
(e) Other disputes arising from Platform use.
12.2.2 The Dispute Resolution Board consists of Platform staff designated by management.
12.2.3 Procedure:
(a) Disputes are submitted via email to contact@legal.ge;
(b) The Board will review the submission and any response from the other party;
(c) The Board will issue a decision within fourteen (14) days of receiving all relevant information;
(d) There is no fee for filing a dispute with the Board, except for Review Appeals which are subject to the fee set forth in Article 19.
12.2.4 Dispute Resolution Board decisions are final within the Platform's internal process but may be appealed to the courts as provided in Section 12.3.
12.3.1 Clients may file complaints against Solo Specialists via email to contact@legal.ge.
12.3.2 Upon receipt of a Client complaint, the Platform may:
(a) Request a response from the Solo Specialist;
(b) Attempt informal mediation between the parties;
(c) Suspend the Solo Specialist pending investigation;
(d) Refer the matter to the Dispute Resolution Board;
(e) Take action under Article 11 if warranted.
12.3.3 The Platform's role in Client disputes is limited to mediation and enforcement of Platform rules. The Platform does not adjudicate substantive claims between Solo Specialists and Clients.
12.4.1 Disputes that cannot be resolved through the Dispute Resolution Board may be brought before the competent courts of Georgia.
12.4.2 Exclusive jurisdiction for all disputes arising from this Agreement lies with Tbilisi City Court, Georgia.
12.4.3 The parties waive any objection to venue in Tbilisi City Court.
13.1 This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Georgia, without regard to its conflict of law principles.
13.2 The Georgian language version of this Agreement prevails in case of any conflict or ambiguity with translations into other languages.
13.3 References to laws and regulations include any amendments, replacements, or successor provisions.
14.1 The Platform reserves the right to amend this Agreement at any time.
14.2 The Platform will notify Solo Specialists of material amendments via:
(a) Email to the registered email address; and/or
(b) Notice displayed upon login to the Platform.
14.3 Amendments become effective:
(a) For material changes: thirty (30) days after notification, unless the Solo Specialist terminates their Account before the effective date;
(b) For non-material changes: immediately upon posting.
14.4 Continued use of the Platform after the effective date of amendments constitutes acceptance of the amended Agreement.
14.5 If the Solo Specialist does not agree with material amendments, their sole remedy is to terminate this Agreement before the amendments become effective.
15.1 If any provision of this Agreement is held to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction:
(a) Such provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid, legal, and enforceable;
(b) If modification is not possible, such provision shall be severed from this Agreement;
(c) The remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.
15.2 The invalidity of any provision in one jurisdiction shall not affect its validity in other jurisdictions.
16.1.1 This Agreement, together with the Platform's general Terms of Service, Privacy Policy, and Cookies Policy, constitutes the entire agreement between the parties regarding the subject matter hereof.
16.1.2 This Agreement supersedes all prior negotiations, representations, and agreements relating to the subject matter.
16.2.1 The failure of either party to enforce any provision of this Agreement shall not constitute a waiver of that provision or the right to enforce it later.
16.2.2 Any waiver must be in writing and signed by the waiving party to be effective.
16.3.1 The Solo Specialist may not assign or transfer this Agreement or any rights hereunder without the Platform's prior written consent.
16.3.2 The Platform may assign this Agreement to any successor entity or in connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.
16.4.1 Notices to the Platform should be sent to:
Legal Sandbox Georgia LLC
Registration Number: 405713768
Address: Tbilisi, Agmashenebeli Alley N240, Georgia
Email: contact@legal.ge
CEO: Vakhtang Baramashvili
16.4.2 Notices to the Solo Specialist will be sent to the email address registered with the Account.
16.4.3 Notices are deemed received:
(a) If by email: upon successful transmission;
(b) If by mail: five (5) business days after posting.
16.5.1 The relationship between the Platform and the Solo Specialist is that of independent contractors.
16.5.2 Nothing in this Agreement creates:
(a) An employment relationship;
(b) A partnership or joint venture;
(c) An agency relationship;
(d) A franchise relationship.
16.6.1 Neither party shall be liable for failure to perform obligations due to circumstances beyond reasonable control, including but not limited to natural disasters, war, terrorism, riots, government actions, pandemic, or infrastructure failures.
16.6.2 The affected party shall notify the other party promptly and use reasonable efforts to mitigate the impact.
16.7.1 Article and section headings are for convenience only and shall not affect the interpretation of this Agreement.
16.8.1 This Agreement is drafted in English. A Georgian translation may be provided.
16.8.2 In case of any conflict or ambiguity between the English version and any translation, the Georgian version shall prevail.
17.1 Solo Specialists who meet eligibility requirements may apply to become Trainers on the Platform.
17.2 Trainer status is governed by separate Trainer Terms and Conditions, which must be accepted in addition to this Agreement.
17.3 Becoming a Trainer does not incur additional Subscription fees; financial terms are governed by the Trainer T&C.
17.4 If Trainer status is revoked:
(a) The individual retains Solo Specialist status unless the revocation grounds also warrant Solo Specialist termination;
(b) The Platform will make a separate determination regarding continued Solo Specialist status.
For questions, concerns, or complaints regarding this Agreement or the Platform:
Legal Sandbox Georgia LLC
Registration Number: 405713768
Address: Tbilisi, Agmashenebeli Alley N240, Georgia
Email: contact@legal.ge
CEO: Vakhtang Baramashvili
19.1.1 All matters relating to Client Reviews and Ratings of the Solo Specialist — including Review eligibility, submission, lifecycle, aggregation, appeals, prohibitions, and consequences — are governed by the Reviews & Ratings Function Rulebook ("Reviews Rulebook"), which is incorporated into this Agreement by reference and forms a binding part hereof.
19.1.2 A summary of capabilities specific to the Solo Specialist role:
| Action | Permitted | Reference |
|---|---|---|
| Receive Service Reviews from Clients | ✅ Mandatory | Reviews Rulebook §1.3, §6 |
| View own Aggregate Ratings | ✅ Yes | Reviews Rulebook §6 |
| View Private Feedback content | ✅ Yes | Reviews Rulebook §3.3, §11 |
| File Appeal during 72h Appeal Window | ✅ Yes | Reviews Rulebook §8 |
| "Accept" Review for early publication | ❌ No (system waits full 72h) | Reviews Rulebook §7.2.4 |
| Edit a Review after submission | ❌ No (Reviewer cannot edit) | Reviews Rulebook §7.6 |
| Submit Private Response to Reviewer | ✅ One-time only | Reviews Rulebook §11.2 |
| Receive Top Rated Badge | ✅ If criteria met | Reviews Rulebook §9 |
19.1.3 The Solo Specialist acknowledges that participation in the Reviews & Ratings system is mandatory as a condition of maintaining an Active Profile on the Platform.
19.2.1 Service Reviews of Solo Specialists include Ratings in three (3) categories per Reviews Rulebook Article 3.1.1:
| Category | Description |
|---|---|
| Communication | Responsiveness, clarity, and professionalism in communications with the Client |
| Expertise | Demonstrated knowledge and competence in the relevant practice area |
| Value for Money | Quality of Service relative to cost paid |
19.2.2 Each category is rated 1–5 stars per Reviews Rulebook Article 3.1.2.
19.2.3 Aggregate Ratings are calculated using the median function hierarchically across Service Categories per Reviews Rulebook Article 5.1.
19.3.1 Client Review eligibility, Review lifecycle (Pending → Published → Flagged → Removed), the 72-hour Appeal Window, and Appeal grounds and process are governed by Reviews Rulebook Articles 4, 7, and 8.
19.3.2 Appeals are decided by Moderators. The "Dispute Resolution Board" terminology used in prior versions of this Agreement is superseded by the Moderator-led process in Reviews Rulebook Article 8.
19.3.3 Appeal Fees are non-refundable and published on the Platform per Reviews Rulebook Article 8.2.
19.3.4 Permitted Appeal grounds are limited to: (a) Defamation; (b) Spam or Fake Review; (c) Inappropriate Language; (d) Factual Error; (e) Conflict of Interest. Mere disagreement with a Client's subjective opinion is not grounds for Appeal.
19.4.1 Ratings belong to the individual Solo Specialist and are portable across role transitions per Reviews Rulebook Article 15.
19.5.1 Prohibited rating-manipulation conduct — including soliciting fake Reviews, offering incentives, retaliating against Reviewers, and pressuring Clients to delete Reviews — is governed by Reviews Rulebook Article 13.1.
19.5.2 Such conduct is grounds for suspension or termination per the Reviews Rulebook and the broader provisions of this Agreement.
19.6.1 Sustained patterns of low Ratings may trigger Platform action escalating from warning to investigation to temporary suspension to termination, per Reviews Rulebook Article 13.7.
20.1.1 All matters relating to receipt, response, negotiation, and resolution of Client Inquiries — including Quote issuance, payment processing, Consultation delivery, Appeals, and disputes — are governed by the Inquiries & Messaging Function Rulebook ("Inquiries Rulebook"), incorporated into this Agreement by reference and forming a binding part hereof.
| Action | Permitted | Reference |
|---|---|---|
| Receive Inquiries | ✅ Yes | Inquiries Rulebook §3.1 |
| Issue Quotes | ✅ Yes | Inquiries Rulebook §7 |
| Decline Inquiries with Reason | ✅ Mandatory categorized reason | Inquiries Rulebook §8.1 |
| Set Away Mode | ✅ Yes | Inquiries Rulebook §14 |
| Disable Broadcast intake | ✅ Yes | Inquiries Rulebook §4.4.3 |
| Display contact info on Profile | ⚠️ Subscription required | Inquiries Rulebook §4.6 |
| Initiate cold outreach | ❌ Prohibited | Inquiries Rulebook §5.1.2, §17.2(c) |
| End Consultation | ✅ Yes | Inquiries Rulebook §11.5 |
20.3.1 A Quote is binding and non-revisable. To change Quote terms, the Solo Specialist must withdraw the Quote and submit a new one (Inquiries Rulebook §7.2).
20.3.2 Only one (1) active Quote may exist per Inquiry at any time (Inquiries Rulebook §7.2.3).
20.3.3 Quote validity is twenty-four (24) hours from issuance (Inquiries Rulebook §7.3).
20.3.4 Quote currency is Georgian Lari (GEL) only (Inquiries Rulebook §10.7).
20.4.1 The Platform operates a bank pre-authorization and delayed-capture model. The Solo Specialist acknowledges:
(a) Pre-authorized funds are held on the Client's payment method, not transferred to escrow;
(b) Capture occurs upon consultation completion (mutual "End Consultation" click, 24-hour Auto-Capture, or Moderator decision);
(c) The Platform commission is 12% of the captured amount; the Solo Specialist receives 88% at Capture;
(d) Capture failure (e.g., insufficient funds at issuing bank, card cancellation, technical issuer-side failure) is borne by the Solo Specialist; the Platform does not guarantee Specialist payment in such cases (Inquiries Rulebook §10.4.3);
(e) The Solo Specialist is advised to consider Capture risk for high-value engagements.
20.5.1 Where the Solo Specialist offers free initial consultations, the Solo Specialist agrees that a flat 10 GEL Platform service fee is captured from the Specialist's account at the moment of free consultation completion (Inquiries Rulebook §10.5).
20.6.1 Where an Appeal results in a refund decision due to Solo Specialist fault and any Capture had occurred, the Solo Specialist acknowledges:
(a) The captured amount is returned to the Client;
(b) The 12% commission is debited from the Solo Specialist's next consultation payout as a penalty (Inquiries Rulebook §10.6.1(b)(iii)).
20.7.1 Where the Solo Specialist holds a paid subscription, the Solo Specialist may, at their option, display contact information (phone, email, website, office address) on their public Profile (Inquiries Rulebook §4.6).
20.7.2 Engagements arising from direct off-Platform contact are not subject to the Inquiries Rulebook, do not generate Platform commission, and do not constitute a Platform-recorded Engagement for Reviews & Ratings eligibility.
20.8.1 The Solo Specialist may initiate post-engagement follow-up with prior Clients only in the limited circumstances set forth in Inquiries Rulebook §5.1: existing Client follow-up, referral from another Specialist, or post-Cabinet case follow-up.
20.8.2 Cold outreach is prohibited. Initiating contact with Clients with whom no prior engagement or referral exists is a Violation.
20.8.3 A Client's "No Further Contact" flag is permanent and binding on the Solo Specialist (Inquiries Rulebook §5.4).
20.9.1 Inquiry response deadlines are determined by Client-stated Urgency Tier:
| Tier | SLA Window |
|---|---|
| Standard | 48 hours |
| Urgent | 24 hours |
| Emergency | 6 hours |
20.9.2 SLA breach causes auto-Expiry of the Inquiry. Patterns of SLA breach may result in Platform consequences under operational policy (Inquiries Rulebook §9.3).
20.10.1 All Specialist-Client messaging on the Platform is treated as privileged attorney-client communication from first contact, where the Solo Specialist is a Licensed Attorney (Inquiries Rulebook §13.2).
20.10.2 The Solo Specialist shall conduct themselves in messaging consistent with privilege expectations.
20.10.3 Platform Moderators access messaging only on dispute filing, automated detection flags, or legal compulsion (Inquiries Rulebook §13.3).
20.11.1 A Client may file an Appeal within 24 hours of Consultation end. The Solo Specialist has 5 days to respond. Moderators have 7 days to decide. Total maximum timeline: ~13 days (Inquiries Rulebook §12.3.5).
20.11.2 Possible Appeal outcomes: Full Refund, Partial Refund, No Refund, Reschedule Order (Inquiries Rulebook §12.5).
20.11.3 Specialist no-show requires mandatory reschedule offer before refund is granted (Inquiries Rulebook §12.6).
20.12.1 The Solo Specialist may propose conversion of a completed Consultation into a Litigation Case in Cabinet (Inquiries Rulebook §11.6).
20.12.2 Conversion requires:
(a) Consultation has reached Terminal state (concluded);
(b) Solo Specialist initiates conversion;
(c) Client provides fresh consent via separate engagement letter;
(d) Original consultation fee remains separate from any Cabinet retainer.
20.12.3 Cabinet operations are governed by the Cabinet Function Rulebook (forthcoming).
20.13.1 The Solo Specialist shall not (per Inquiries Rulebook §17.2):
(a) Issue Quotes containing knowingly false representations;
(b) Decline Inquiries on prohibited grounds (e.g., discriminatory bases under Georgian law);
(c) Engage in cold outreach;
(d) Initiate follow-up to Clients with "No Further Contact" flags;
(e) Pressure or coerce Clients into Quote acceptance or payment release;
(f) Misuse messaging for harassment or unlawful content;
(g) Manipulate SLA windows through evasive responses.
20.13.2 Violations may result in warnings, suspension, or termination per Inquiries Rulebook §17.4.
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21.1.1 The Solo Specialist's creation, operation, and termination of Litigation Cases on the Platform is governed by the Cabinet (Litigation) Function Rulebook v1.0 ("Cabinet Rulebook"), which is incorporated into this Agreement by reference.
21.1.2 Cabinet Rulebook governs:
(a) Case lifecycle (Draft / Active / Paused / Closed / Archived / Deleted);
(b) Multi-Specialist team mechanics (Lead and Collaborator roles);
(c) Document, credential, and notes management;
(d) Cabinet Chat for Specialist-Client communications;
(e) Custom Pages, Hearings, Deadlines, Activity Log;
(f) Cabinet financial model (off-Platform default + 7% Platform-handled commission);
(g) Specialist withdrawal of representation;
(h) Case File Delivery to Client at engagement end;
(i) Privilege protections and audit trail.
21.2.1 As a Verified Solo Specialist on a paid tier (Pro or Expert), the Solo Specialist may:
(a) Create Cases independently or via Inquiry conversion per Cabinet Rulebook Article 3;
(b) Serve as Lead Specialist or Collaborator on Cases;
(c) Invite other Specialists as Collaborators (when serving as Lead);
(d) Use Platform-handled payment processing (subject to 7% Cabinet commission per Cabinet Rulebook §16.3) or off-Platform payment arrangements;
(e) Access all Cabinet features per the Solo Specialist's tier (Active Cases per Month per Subscriptions Rulebook §5.1.1).
21.3.1 The Solo Specialist agrees to:
(a) Conduct all Cabinet work consistent with applicable Georgian Bar Association rules, professional ethical obligations, and applicable law;
(b) Verify conflicts of interest before accepting representation per Cabinet Rulebook Article 21;
(c) Maintain attorney-client privilege per the Specialist's professional obligations independent of and in addition to Platform protections;
(d) Properly establish privilege through valid engagement formation;
(e) Provide reasonable advance notice and cooperation when withdrawing from a Case per Cabinet Rulebook Article 17;
(f) Deliver the Case File to the Client per Cabinet Rulebook Article 19 at Closure;
(g) Refund unearned retainer per applicable Bar rules and the engagement letter;
(h) Track and pay applicable taxes on Cabinet income;
(i) Use Case Credentials only within the scope of the Case engagement;
(j) Distribute Custom Page URLs only to recipients with whom privilege is preserved (e.g., co-counsel, expert witnesses under engagement);
(k) Maintain professional liability insurance recommended by Cabinet Rulebook §26.5.
21.4.1 The Solo Specialist acknowledges and agrees that:
(a) Initiating Platform account termination with Active Cases triggers a Platform reminder per Cabinet Rulebook §17.8.1;
(b) The Platform will NOT block termination based on Active Cases;
(c) The Specialist's failure to properly transfer or close Active Cases prior to termination is the Specialist's professional ethical liability under Bar rules — not a Platform-blocking matter;
(d) Auto-archived Cases at termination preserve Client read-only access per Cabinet Rulebook §17.8.2.
21.5.1 Cabinet-related liability allocation is governed by Cabinet Rulebook Article 26.
21.5.2 The Solo Specialist shall indemnify and hold harmless the Platform from claims arising from Cabinet engagements per Cabinet Rulebook §26.3, including claims for Specialist-Client disputes, Bar discipline, malpractice, privilege waiver attributable to the Specialist's actions (including via Custom Page link distribution), and breach of engagement letter terms.
21.6.1 The Solo Specialist's affirmative consent to this Article 21 is required to use Cabinet Case features following adoption of the Cabinet Rulebook v1.0.
21.6.2 Where the Solo Specialist declines this Article, the Solo Specialist remains bound by all other terms of this Agreement; only Cabinet feature access is unavailable.
21.1.1 The Solo Specialist may hold parallel membership in one or more Organisations registered on the Platform per the Organisation Terms and Conditions ("Organisation T&C"), incorporated into this Agreement by reference for matters of Organisation membership.
21.1.2 Organisation membership does NOT:
(a) Replace the Solo Specialist's individual Profile;
(b) Modify the Solo Specialist's obligations under this Agreement;
(c) Create an agency, employment, or supervisory relationship between the Organisation and the Solo Specialist's professional activity on the Platform, except where such relationship independently exists outside the Platform.
21.2.1 Where the Solo Specialist is an Affiliated Member of an Organisation that has chosen to fund the Specialist's subscription via Organisation Tokens per Organisation T&C Article 6:
(a) Token funding may cover 0% to 100% of the Solo Specialist's subscription cost as configured in the Organisation's Coverage Rules;
(b) The Solo Specialist's Card on File requirement is preserved at all coverage levels per Subscriptions Rulebook §5.2 — even where coverage is 100%, a valid Card must remain on file;
(c) The Solo Specialist remains liable for any portion of the subscription not covered by Tokens, charged to Card on File;
(d) The Solo Specialist remains liable for the full subscription if the Organisation's Token Pool is depleted at the moment of renewal per Organisation T&C §6.4.
21.3.1 Notwithstanding Organisation membership or Token funding, the Solo Specialist remains subject to:
(a) All obligations under this Agreement, including the 12% Platform commission on Inquiry-derived Consultations per Inquiries Rulebook §10.4;
(b) All Subscriptions Rulebook obligations applicable at their tier;
(c) All professional and ethical obligations applicable to their licensure;
(d) All Privacy Policy and data-protection obligations.
21.3.2 Token funding does not alter or reduce any commission, fee, or obligation owed by the Solo Specialist to the Platform.
21.4.1 Where the Organisation issues a disciplinary finding against the Solo Specialist (e.g., suspension of Organisation membership):
(a) The finding may affect the Solo Specialist's Organisation-issued verification badge displayed on Platform surfaces;
(b) The finding does NOT automatically affect the Solo Specialist's Platform-side Specialist status, Profile, or subscription — these remain governed by this Agreement;
(c) The Solo Specialist retains the right to procedural review by the Platform per Organisation T&C Article 10.5 if the Organisation breached the minimum due process requirements;
(d) Substantive merit of Organisation disciplinary findings is not reviewable by the Platform; the Solo Specialist's external recourse is via civil action or other lawful means.
21.5.1 Where an Organisation issues a verification badge to the Solo Specialist:
(a) The badge may display on the Solo Specialist's Platform Profile;
(b) The badge accuracy is the Organisation's sole responsibility per Organisation T&C Article 23.4;
(c) The Platform makes no warranty regarding badge accuracy and accompanies all Organisation-issued badges with the public disclaimer per Organisation T&C Article 14.8.3.
21.6.1 Where the Solo Specialist departs an Organisation:
(a) Token-funded coverage of the Solo Specialist's subscription ceases at the next renewal;
(b) Already-active subscription (paid in part or full by Tokens before departure) continues to its paid period end;
(c) After paid period end, the Solo Specialist must pay full subscription cost from their Card on File or revert to Freemium per Subscriptions Rulebook;
(d) Organisation-issued verification badges are removed from the Solo Specialist's Profile;
(e) The departure does not affect the Solo Specialist's Service Reviews, Profile, or other Platform-side records.
21.7.1 Where the Organisation in which the Solo Specialist is an Affiliated Member is terminated per Organisation T&C Article 22:
(a) The Solo Specialist's Token-funded subscription, if any, continues to its paid period end per Organisation T&C §22.4.1(a);
(b) After paid period end, the Solo Specialist must pay independently or revert to Freemium;
(c) Organisation-issued verification badges are immediately revoked;
(d) The Solo Specialist receives a 30-day download window for own contributions per Organisation T&C §22.3.
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