Dr George Panopoulos > Lambadarios Law Firm > Athens, Greece > Lawyer Profile
Lambadarios Law Firm Offices
3 STADIOU STREET
105 62 ATHENS
Greece
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Dr George Panopoulos
Work Department
Energy Arbitration & Dispute Resolution Utilities Project Finance M&A Banking & Finance
Position
Partner – Head of Energy practice group
Career
George Panopoulos is the head of our Energy practice and one of the leading experts on energy law in Athens. He has a wealth of experience in advising on energy-related transactions, regulation and disputes across the whole sector, from electricity production and renewables to oil and gas production, and commercial activities and regulation within the wholesale and retail markets. With in-depth knowledge on the commercial and operational aspects of the energy sector, as well as the legal, George provides clients at every level with practical advice that helps to close deals and resolve disputes.
He also plays an important role in our Litigation and Dispute Resolution practice as a skilled litigator and accredited ICC arbitrator, specializing in Private International Law (PIL) and Conflict of Laws issues.
George has a doctorate in Private Law (Paris I – Panthéon-Sorbonne) and has been published extensively in Greek and international law reviews and volumes on matters of private international law, arbitration, and law of international commerce, as well as EU and energy law.
He also teaches in Athens Law School in the private international law section of the postgraduate degree and in Piraeus University in the Law and Economics postgraduate program and is a member of the Epaminondas Lambadarios Scholarship committee in partnership with The Geneva LL.M. in International Dispute Settlement (MIDS).
Memberships
- Athens Bar Association
- Hellenic Institute for International & Foreign Law (Scientific fellow)
- Hellenic Review of International Law (Member of the board of editors)
- Institut du droit international des transports et de la logistique (Correspondent)
Education
- Dr.iur., Université de Paris I (Panthéon-Sorbonne) (2007)
- DEA, Université de Paris I (2002)
- LLM in Civil Law, School of Law, University of Athens (2001)
- LLB, School of Law, University of Athens (2000)
Lawyer Rankings
Greece > Energy
(Leading partners)The ’very dynamic’ practice at Lambadarios Law Firm stands out for its advice on acquisitions, financings and regulatory issues, mainly focusing on the wind power and natural gas sectors. The team is highly regarded for its carbon capture infrastructure work. It can often be found assisting in high-value public tenders, while simultaneously supporting clients in energy-related dispute resolution proceedings. Led by the Athens-based trio of George Panopoulos, Yannis Kourniotis
and Constantinos Lambadarios, the team specialises in project finance and energy-focused arbitration proceedings. Magdalini Christina Vlachou Vlachopoulou concentrates on administrative procedures and environmental law matters, while Theodoros Papadatos routinely advises stakeholders, investors, and banks on major development projects.
Greece > Projects and privatisation
(Leading partners)With the ‘outstanding’ Yannis Kourniotis leading the practice, Lambadarios Law Firm is well equipped to advise a multitude of government authorities, lenders, and investors on major infrastructure and construction developments. The practice covers the full spectrum of financing and non-financing work relating to energy and infrastructure initiatives, with notable expertise in public procurement and EPC contracts. Kourniotis is knowledgeable in the construction and gambling industries, George Panopoulos is an M&A specialist, whilst Magdalini Christina Vlachou Vlachopoulou predominantly concentrates on environmental and administrative legal issues. With the whole team based in Athens, Theodoros Papadatos is also highlighted for his insights in the utilities and leisure spheres.
Greece > Dispute resolution
Demonstrating vast experience in multi-jurisdictional Greek Supreme Court proceedings and ICC arbitrations, the ‘hardworking, knowledgeable and ethical’ team at Lambadarios Law Firm has a strong track record in the TMT, financial services and manufacturing sectors. The firm is highly regarded for handling civil and criminal claims, and Athens-based team leader Constantinos Lambadarios is an expert in M&A and real estate issues. Sotiris Dempegiotis specialises in commercially sensitive disputes; George Panopoulos is a skilled litigator; and Chara Daouti primarily concentrates on TMT and IP matters. Harry Karampelis focuses on the life sciences and distribution industries. Ioannis Filiotis is another key contact in the team.
Lawyer Rankings
- Dispute resolution Greece
- Energy Greece
- Leading partners Greece > Energy
- Leading partners Greece > Projects and privatisation
- Projects and privatisation Greece
Top Tier Firm Rankings
- Banking, finance and capital markets
- Commercial, corporate and M&A
- Dispute resolution
- Energy
- Projects and privatisation
- Real estate and construction