Davitashvili was born in Tbilisi on July 31, 1971. After finishing the school he graduated Tbilisi State University with degree in International law. In 1993 he took part in War in Abkhazia and served as a head of artillery unit. In 90’s Davitashvili served in several governmental positions and also practiced jurisprudence. In 1998–1999 he was a member of Tbilisi City Assembly and worked as head of Department of Human Rights. Davitashvili was married and had five children.