Karatzas & Partners > Athens, Greece > Firm Profile

‘The team’s multi-disciplinary expertise, combining legal knowledge with financial insights and deep comprehension of the banking sector, allows them to offer innovative financial solutions.’

‘It is a very experienced team of practitioners that is professional, responsive and business oriented.’

‘The team distinguishes itself with its innovative strategies, offering clear pricing structures that align with clients’ needs. They’re always ahead of their time and they have adopted advanced technology very early compared to their competitors, as they use AI in due diligence.’

‘Christina Faitakis’ professionalism and in-depth knowledge of finance has been invaluable in navigating complex transactions.’

‘Nikos Fragos is always responsive and ready to provide solutions to complex legal issues. He is business oriented and able to successfully handle complicated and lengthy negotiations.’

‘The team stands out for its professionalism, interest in the client, availability, holistic approach to the matter, and ability to monitor and adjust to developments.’

‘The team have excellent skills in every different sector we require. They can handle negotiations with opposing parties perfectly and they have excellent skills in securitisations. Christina Faitaki and her team have managed to tackle any matter we have assigned to them, no matter how time-sensitive it was.’

‘Deep knowledge, long experience and a high level of ability.’

‘In-depth knowledge of legal issues. Profound awareness and experience of similar transactions. Immediate responses to various requests and questions. Flexibility in scheduling meetings. Excellent in meeting deadlines. A range of highly skilled professionals. Excellent collaboration not only between teams but also among individuals, without any communication gaps.’

‘The team stands out for its impeccable conduct in collaborating with us, not only on a professional basis but also on a personal level. I was very happy and fortunate to work with all the team members from Karatzas, but I would particularly like to praise the contributions of Anna Manda and Vassilis Goulielmos.’

‘Reputable and well-positioned practice in Greece with high-quality individuals.’

‘Anna Manda is highly dedicated, committed, pragmatic, solution oriented, commercially experienced, and knowledgeable.’

‘Their dedication to the client and the matter is insuperable: they partner with the client as if its issues and goals are their own, and they so do while remaining genuine and approachable.’

‘Valia Apostolopoulou is an amazing lawyer and a wonderful person: committed, always available and dedicated. Her touch in the interactions with the counterparts is firm and smooth at the same time, making it effective.’

‘They are by far the greatest market experts in the energy field. They can see behind the lines and assist transactions from both the legal and commercial perspectives. They have deep knowledge in technical issues that they can intertwine with their legal skills.’

‘They are always available for long calls. They assist even in the minor issues and they got a great response rate. Excellent services from all the team members. Extra kudos to: Valia Apostolopoulou, Vasiliki Salaka, Nikos Zachos, Pantelis Zalokostas.’

‘Κ&P has gathered a very strong team, with people of different backgrounds, capable of tackling any related issue arising with projects concerning the energy sector.’

‘Their dedication in completing any project, on time, with precision and accuracy on solving the issues arising and with focus on the detail.’

‘So far we have had a very fruitful cooperation with Valia Apostolopoulou.’

‘The team in general is very good.’

‘Excellent collaboration, team with strong knowledge.’

‘A well-established law firm in Greece, with huge experience in certain sectors, such as Banks/FSI and Energy. They have been involved in most NPL portfolio deals in Greece (amongst other).’

‘Work ethic, great knowledge of the market, good business perspective and understanding. Very accountable professionals.’

‘Excellent knowledge in the particular sector, with a focus on minor details that can have an impact on a deal. Great collaboration between the lawyers and the technical individuals in the case handling. Exceptional drafting skills. ’

‘They are extremely specialized in the particular field, with great research skills and they dig deep into the background of the facts. They combine their legal knowledge with technical skills. Amazing results. ’

‘Karatzas & Partners’ commitment to long-term relationships transcends mere legal representation; it signifies a profound partnership built on trust, reliability, and an unwavering pursuit of client success. They adopt a transactional approach to client relationships and their legal team comprises seasoned veterans who have successfully navigated the most complex and challenging legal landscapes.’

‘In-depth knowledge of the market and expertise obtained through the implementation of extremely complex transactions.’

‘Vasiliki Salaka has a broad expertise in the area of real estate, advising on traditional asset acquisitions, as well as complex structurings and financings. She is always responsive, ready to provide solutions and business oriented.’

‘The firm’s TMT team is exceptional. They excel with problem-solving approaches in industry-specific issues. This includes out-of-the-box legal strategies and adaptability in response to changing legal landscapes and evolving client needs.’

‘The lawyers aren’t just legally proficient; they’re also technologically adept. This ensures that they fully understand the tech solutions, platforms, and innovations we as a client deal with. Karatzas & partners’ legal team boasts a robust foundation of law integrated seamlessly with an intricate grasp of the dynamic TMT sector. Their approach to our case was shaped by both legal rigor and sector-specific knowledge.’

‘Together, they navigated the multifaceted challenges with a synchronicity that only comes from deep mutual respect and trust. Their commitment to upholding our best interests, combined with their unmatched industry knowledge, made them a formidable force during the acquisition.’

‘Strong M&A and Greek regulatory team who know the market and key players extremely well.’

‘Excellent partners. Deep knowledge in their field. They care about the clients and they know how to get the job done.’

‘Nikos Askotiris stands out not just as a legal expert but as a testament to the values of perseverance and dedication in the profession. His endurance, demonstrated consistently throughout our interactions, is truly commendable.’

‘Nikos and the Karatzas team is an embodiment of the finest qualities one seeks in a legal expert. Their blend of endurance, linguistic proficiency, and quick responsiveness truly sets them apart in the legal area.’

‘Nikos Askotiris is a fantastic lawyer who is always available and provides commercially orientated advice and must have memorised every rule and regulation applicable to doing deals in Greece!’

‘Their team comprises of capable, highly experienced and sophisticated members, very committed and with very good response times.’

‘Our experience working with Anna Manda and Maria Kallidopoulou is very good. Both are very professional, very proficient in their level of expertise, highly committed, with very good commercial awareness.’

‘Excellent knowledge.’

‘Maria Kallidopoulou has a very deep understanding of competition law and she is also very hardworking. Her commitment is unique. She is a real asset for the firm.’

‘The K&P team is highly knowledgeable and has a thorough understanding of both the legal and business aspects of cases, therefore providing practical advice and a business-oriented approach.’

‘The lawyers offer excellent services and great responsiveness.’

‘The competition law team provides outstanding advice and is very well organized putting the clients’ needs first.’

‘Anna Manda is top in providing business-oriented and pragmatic solutions. She is very effective, responsive and provides her advice in a very clear manner in a way that even non-lawyers understand. She understands the business needs and the several considerations that may arise.’

‘Karatzas & Partners’ commitment to long-term relationships transcends mere legal representation; it signifies a profound partnership built on trust, reliability, and an unwavering pursuit of client success. They adopt a transactional approach to client relationships and their legal team comprises seasoned veterans who have successfully navigated the most complex and challenging legal landscapes.’

‘K&P are one of the leaders in the market with lots of resources and experience. Handling of projects is very professional with structured approach and availability is great.’

‘Christina Faitakis is superb in leading transactions, inspired and motivated. A great partner with qualities extending beyond deep knowledge of legal matters. She is well-respected by all market participants.’

‘Karatzas & Partners’ projects and privatisations practice stands out for its exceptional industry knowledge, diverse talent pool, and commitment to innovation. Potential clients should be aware of the team’s expertise in structuring complex deals, navigating regulations, and leveraging cutting-edge technology.’

‘Partners such as Christina Faitakis bring an exceptional ability to navigate complex regulatory environments, while Sophia Mavridou impresses with her attention to detail and innovative problem-solving. Their qualities of responsiveness, industry insight, and a collaborative spirit have been immensely valued in our successful partnerships.’

‘It is a team of highly specialized and skilled attorneys with expertise in restructuring and insolvency.’

‘They instil confidence in their ability to handle complex legal matters effectively and efficiently. ’

‘The uniqueness of the practice lies in the longs-year experience and deep knowledge of its lawyers in relation to law and procedure and their commercial approach towards every single case. What I like most about this practice, which differentiates it from other law firms, is the responsiveness, the patience, and the resourcefulness, but also the firmness of their opinions, which gives clients the comfort that the dispute, whether in arbitration or litigation, will go well, and indeed it does!’

‘What I value most is the responsiveness, creativity and resourcefulness of each and every member of the team – they are true professionals in every aspect of the attorney-client relationship. These are qualities not easily found in other law firms. The law firm has many distinguished and experienced lawyers in various practices. But the one partner I highly value and I would highly recommend is Vassiliki Salaka, who is assisted by a team of brilliant associate lawyers.’

‘They are always resourceful, willing to take over difficult legal cases and well prepared.’

‘Vassiliki Salaka and her team are excellent, always available and willing to help us by providing exceptional legal services.’

‘George Minoudis stands out for his excellent collaboration and a high level of expertise.’

‘Karatzas & Partners’ dispute resolution stands out for its exceptional legal understanding, solution-oriented approach and strategic thinking. The diverse team has expert knowledge in a variety of areas and the continuous training of team’s members is also a unique advantage for clients. In addition, the collaborative approach and flexible billing options are innovative features which are attractive to clients.’

‘Vassiliki Salaka is very proactive and always extremely dedicated, and she is capable of meeting the most pressing deadlines. In light of this, when working with Vassiliki, excellence is guaranteed irrespective of the complexity of the case.’

‘Sophia Mavridou is a great example of professionalism. She has assisted us in complex and demanding cases in a constantly changing environment, proving her excellent multi-disciplinary knowledge and negotiating and organisational skills. Our company appreciates her passion and resilience.’

‘Responsive, practical and technically sound.’