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The Legal 500 proudly announces the regular edition of the GC Summit: Greece 2024, set to unfold in the historic city of Athens. This pioneering event is dedicated to showcasing Greece’s global influence in the legal realm. Delve into invaluable insights on how general counsel and senior in-house legal minds adeptly navigate the intricate landscape of legal and business challenges confronting both domestic and international enterprises.
In collaboration with our partners Andersen Legal, AKL Law, Lamnidis Law, JPA Law, Katarzas & Partners and Platis – Anastassiadis & Associates Law Partnership, the summit promises a compelling series of panel sessions. These sessions delve deep into a diverse array of cutting-edge topics, focusing on the intersection between national and international issues. Expect discussions on the implications of Brexit, the pivotal role of the Greek energy sector, the intricate technicalities of M&A transactions, and the nuances of employment law.
Backed by the profound expertise of our speakers, the GC Summit Greece 2024 is set to deliver practical, hands-on guidance tailored to the unique needs of in-house counsel. This conference is not to be missed—an indispensable opportunity for Greece-based in-house counsel aiming to propel their professional development to unprecedented heights. Seize the chance to connect with industry peers, gain valuable knowledge, and equip yourself with the tools needed to thrive in today’s dynamic legal environment.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to elevate your legal expertise and network with the best in the field.
Agenda
08:30am – 09:00am Registration and welcome
09:00am – 09:10am Opening remarks
- Sara Maggi, deputy editor, GC Powerlist Series, The Legal 500
09:10am – 10:00am Latest developments on the digital work card
Join us for an insightful panel discussion exploring the latest developments surrounding the digital work card. In an era of rapid technological advancement and evolving workplace dynamics, the digital work card has emerged as a crucial tool for streamlining employee documentation and enhancing workforce management processes.
Do not miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights from industry leaders and stay informed about the latest trends shaping the future of workforce management.
- Maria Rigaki, partner, Platis – Anastassiadis & Associates Law Partnership
10:00am- 10:50am Decoding the AI Regulation in the Digital Age and Beyond
With artificial intelligence permeating various aspects of our lives, it has become imperative to navigate the regulatory landscape effectively. This panel will shed light on the complexities of AI regulation, exploring topics such as data privacy, transparency, and ethical considerations. Join us as we navigate the regulatory frontier of artificial intelligence in the digital age.
- Dr. Themistoklis Giannakopoulos, partner, Andersen Legal – Pistiolis – Triantafyllos & Associates Law Firm
10:50am – 11:10am Coffee break
11:10am – 12:00pm Brexit seven years on! How is “London Law” now perceived internationally?
This panel discussion will delve into the perception of ‘London Law’, seven years post-Brexit.Expert speakers will offer insights on London’s evolving appeal as a legal hub, recognition of the UK judgments abroad, regulatory frameworks, and implications for international business, drawing from practical use cases. The session will also discuss changes in London’s attractiveness for international clients, Brexit’s impact on the UK judgments enforcement globally, regulatory framework disparities pre- and post-Brexit, and the ensuing challenges and opportunities for Greek legal practitioners and firms.
- Altaf Kara, CEO, JPA International Legal Services
12:00pm – 12:50pm Panel 4 by Karatzas & Partners
12:50pm – 13:50pm Lunch
13:50pm – 14:40pm Managing knowledge in contemporary law practice
- Alexandros Kosmopoulos, managing partner, AKL Law Firm
- Sotiris Foteas, partner, AKL Law Firm
14:40pm – 15:30pm Exploring the Greek energy sector and multi-country energy investments
Greece’s energy landscape presents a rich tapestry of opportunities and challenges, shaped by evolving regulatory frameworks, geopolitical dynamics, and technological advancements. This session will feature insights from experts with deep knowledge of the Greek energy sector and extensive experience in multi-country energy investments. From navigating regulatory hurdles to assessing investment risks and opportunities, this session will provide invaluable perspectives on successfully executing multi-country energy projects in Greece and beyond.
- Thomas Lamnidis, partner, LAMNIDIS LAW
- Alexia Trokoudi. group manager, legal division on corporate holdings and energy regulation, Hellenic Petroleum
15:30pm – 16:30pm Drink and canapes
Speakers
Sara Maggi, deputy editor, GC Powerlist Series, The Legal 500
Sara Maggi joined The Legal 500’s editorial team, specialising on the in-house legal community, in 2022; since then, she has led the research for several editions of the GC Powerlist Series, aimed at highlighting the expertise of in-house counsel worldwide.
In researching for the GC Powerlist Series, Sara has had the opportunity to interview a large number of globally acclaimed general counsel, chief legal officers, and heads of legal using English, Italian and Spanish. Sara’s passion and interest in corporate governance have allowed for conversations, reports and write-ups concerning hot topics in the area such as ESG, legal tech, diversity and inclusion and changes to the role of general counsel in years to come.
Sara holds a BA from the University of Westminster and an LLM in International Corporate Governance from the University of Law in the United Kingdom. She was a Member of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators in 2022.
Thomas Lamnidis, partner, LAMNIDIS LAW
Maria Rigaki, partner, Platis – Anastassiadis & Associates Law Partnership
Altaf Kara, CEO, JPA International Legal Services
Altaf is an international corporate and commercial solicitor with a solid history of success as general counsel, company secretary, risk and compliance director and chief executive officer. Having worked with private and public corporations, private equity and family-owned businesses, Altaf brings a wealth of diverse experience, knowledge and learning to protect his clients’ interests with his skills in interpreting legal and compliance requirements for fit-for-purpose application by business.
Dr. Themistoklis Giannakopoulos, partner, Andersen Legal - Pistiolis - Triantafyllos & Associates Law Firm
Alexia Trokoudi. group manager, legal division on corporate holdings and energy regulation, Hellenic Petroleum
Mrs. Alexia Trokoudi graduated from Athens’ law school and obtained an LLM postgraduate degree in commercial and banking law from the University of Bristol in the UK, and an MBA in energy management from ALBA in Greece. She has been practicing law since 1994, mainly in the areas of commercial law and regulation. Mrs. Trokoudi has experience in freelancing, in-house banking law, and in-house telecoms. She provided legal services to the Greek Energy Regulator (RAE) for 13 years, and from 2007 to 2015, she served as the head of the legal department of RAE. Since April 2015, she has been providing legal services for the Helpe Group of Companies, holding the position of group manager of corporate holdings and energy regulation, with a portfolio encompassing more than 60 M&A transactions. Mrs. Alexia Trokoudi represents Helleniq Energy on various boards of directors, particularly in the RES and new technologies sector. Additionally, she participates on the board of the ‘Association of Independent Power Producers (IPPs)’ and represents HELPE in the legal committee of ‘FUELS EUROPE’ (LIG). Furthermore, she is a founding member of the board of the ‘Hellenic Association for Energy Law’.
