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Papapolitis & Papapolitis Offices
16 VASILISSIS SOFIAS AVENUE
10674 ATHENS
Greece
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Papapolitis & Papapolitis > The Legal 500 Rankings
Greece > Banking, finance and capital markets Tier 2
Drawing upon ‘strong ties to the local business community and also very active in handling international transactions’, Papapolitis & Papapolitis provides a ‘goal and results-oriented‘ approach to lenders, funds and corporates across a wide array of transactional work, ranging from high-value NPL securitisations through to project and corporate finance mandates. Nicholas Papapolitis and Nikolas Katsaros are both well respected for their capital markets and acquisition finance work, and co-head the team alongside Maria Karabella, who is developing a thriving practice in domestic and cross-border financing matters, including corporate lending, off-shore and on-shore shipping finance, and structured and asset financing.Practice head(s):
Nicholas Papapolitis; Nikolas Katsaros; Maria Karabella
Other key lawyers:
Anna Pavlaki; Erna Kritikou
Testimonials
‘They are goal and results-oriented.‘
‘They provide an exceptional advice.’
‘High-end legal firm, with extremely strong ties to the local business community.’
‘Very active in handling international transactions with reputable international funds.’
Key clients
Morgan Stanley & Co. International
ECM Partners
Piraeus Bank S.A.
Eurobank S.A.
Alpha Bank S.A.
Fidera Group
Intralot Group
Famar Group
Prodea Investments S.A.
Euroxx Securities
Castlelake LP
Depa Commercial S.A.
Ambrosia Capital
Invel Real Estate Group
Work highlights
- Advised Morgan Stanley, as lead arranger, in relation to the sale by National Bank of Greece of a multi-asset securitisation of a c.€1bn portfolio of non-performing loans.
- Advised Piraeus Bank on its first ever Recovery and Resilience Facility (RRF) to auto leasing company Avis Greece for €760m.
- Advised Eurobank, Piraeus Bank, Alpha Ban and Euroxx Securities in relation to Lamda Development’s first green listed bond for €230m.
Greece > Commercial, corporate and M&A Tier 2
Consistently undertaking legal restructurings, leveraged buyouts, and multi-jurisdictional M&A transactions, the members of Papapolitis & Papapolitis’ team are highly praised as ‘effective communicators and collaborators’. The practice has extensive experience of advising clients on strategic cooperation agreements, acquisition financing issues, and corporate transformations, while Athens-based co-head Nicholas Papapolitis supports funds and investors in major international transactions. Co-head Evi Tsilou focuses on joint ventures, whilst Elmina Chadio brings expertise in group restructurings to the department. Anna Pavlaki concentrates on insolvency law issues, Erna Kritikou is knowledgeable in relation to private acquisitions, and Antonia Rountou is also noted.Practice head(s):
Nicholas Papapolitis; Evi Tsilou
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘Nicholas Papapolitis has expertise in investments.’
‘They understand the complexity and time pressure that our cases demand and are able to provide solid solutions.’
‘Nicholas Papapolitis and Elmina Chadio are very friendly and reachable, hands on and able to provide sound solutions.’
‘A small and agile team, who are always accessible, are experts in their area of practice, and are effective communicators and collaborators.’
‘Evi Tsilou and Elmina Chadio are experts in the fields they advise on and always accessible when you need them.’
Key clients
ECM Partners
Emil Frey Group
Fidera Group
Cedar Capital Partners Ltd
Varde Partners
Taconic Capital Advisors
Lamda Development S.A.
Intracom Holdings S.A.
Intralot Group
Intracom Properties Single Member S.A.
Depa Commercial S.A.
Invel Real Estate Group
Prodea Investments REIC
London and Regional Properties
Work highlights
- Advised Intracom Holdings S.A., an ATHEX-listed entity, on its corporate transformation into a listed investment company with a capacity of EUR 0.5 billion and on the incorporation of several subsidiaries and the spin-off of business sectors.
- Advised ECM Partners in the EUR 500 million acquisition of the Pavlidis Marbles Group and on the acquisition financing facility granted by the National Bank of Greece.
- Advised Depa Commercial S.A., the incumbent gas company in Greece, on the EUR 415 million acquisition of 29% of Alexandroupolis Electricity Production S.A. and the project finance granted by the National Bank of Greece for the exploitation of an 840 MW CCGT power plant in Alexandroupolis.
Greece > Dispute resolution Tier 2
Fielding a team of ‘excellent’ specialist dispute lawyers undertaking commercial, civil, and administrative litigation, Papapolitis & Papapolitis specialises in handling enforcement proceedings relating to financial fault and debt recovery, alongside cases concerning the protection of intellectual property rights. Based out of Athens, John Papapolitis and George Gravias; the former is an expert in acting on behalf of leaders in the real estate, hospitality, and energy sectors, whilst the latter is experienced in both judicial and alternative resolution methods.Practice head(s):
John Papapolitis; George Gravias
Testimonials
‘The litigation team is made up of excellent lawyers at all levels. Their drafting is precise and clear. Their advice is of a high quality and accompanied by a very detailed analysis of the law.’
‘George Gravias has exceptional litigation and communication skills. It is a real pleasure to work with him.’
Key clients
Depa S.A.
Intracom Holdings S.A.
Intralot S.A.
Diophar Pharmaceuticals S.A.
Philips Hellas S.A.
Work highlights
- Acting for Public Gas Corporation of Greece S.A. (DEPA) in a EUR 150 million dispute over gas prices with Greek Fertilizers and Chemicals ELFE SA (ELFE).
- Representing Intracom Holdings S.A. in a EUR 20 million dispute concerning the unlawful termination of a preliminary SPA for the sale of telecoms company Teledome.
- Acting for Intralot S.A. in a EUR 12 million dispute with the Hellenic Horse Racing Organisation (ODIE), the Hellenic Republic Asset Development Fund (TAIPED) and the Greek state.
Greece > Real estate and construction Tier 2
Advising on the development, construction and financing of high-profile real estate projects, Papapolitis & Papapolitis is highly regarded for supporting international corporations and global investment firms. Demonstrating broad expertise across the commercial, residential and hospitality sectors, the Athens-based practice is co-headed by John Papapolitis, Nicholas Papapolitis and Evi Tsilou. All three specialise in the infrastructure and gaming spaces, with a specific focus on privatisation transactions and due diligence reviews. Panayiotis Papageorgiou is knowledgeable on development projects, while Konstantina Tsourouni concentrates on commercial law matters.Practice head(s):
John Papapolitis; Nicholas Papapolitis; Evi Tsilou
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Testimonials
‘The team has good knowledge in real estate transactions with demanding assets with complex legal problems that require solutions. ’
‘Elmina Chadio and Panagiotis Papageorgiou are able to handle really complex cases, with rare legal problems, and are able to provide solid solutions.’
Key clients
Lamda Development S.A.
Soho House
Olayan Group
Piraeus Bank
Prodea Investments REIC
Fidera Group
Brooklane Capital Management
Fortress Investment Group
Varde Partners
Invel Real Estate Group
Work highlights
- Advising Lamda Development in relation to the completion of two strategic cooperation agreements for the joint development of two luxury 5-star hotels and the corresponding branded residences.
- Advising Lamda Development on the €110m acquisition of McArthur Glen Hellas, the owner of McArthur Glen Designer Outlet.
- Advising Taconic Capital Advisors UK with respect to the acquisition of the ex-Costa Perla Hotel located in Porto Heli, Greece, and the demolition, planning and construction of a complex tourist accommodation.
Papapolitis & Papapolitis > Firm Profile
Founded in 1898, we have supported clients through numerous business cycles and have developed long-term relationships with them that last generations of attorneys and business executives. The firm has acted as a first port of call in some of Greece’s most important and challenging transactions, as well as many major high-stakes litigations. We are committed to client satisfaction at all times and adapt to changes in the markets and regulatory landscape in a manner which ensures that our work is a reflection of the type of clients we advise and the business they do.
About the firm: The firm has maintained a strong culture of leadership throughout the years and our partners, attorneys and alumni include renowned international lawyers, law professors and prominent political figures, who have taken part in milestone developments in the Greek economy and political landscape.
In today’s G20 world, our constant dedication to adding value to our client’s businesses, coupled with a commitment to integrity, responsibility and professionalism, is the catalyst for the provision of service of the highest quality and our recognition as a leading firm.
Our lawyers advise clients on a broad range of commercial arrangements and issues across a number of industry sectors.
The combination of high level technical expertise and a commercial approach ensures that clients receive practical and viable legal advice, tailored to the needs of their business in the way that they want and can understand.
Main Contacts
| Department | Name | Telephone | |
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| Managing Partner | Nicholas Papapolitis | npapapolitis@papapolitis.com | +30 210 3615544 |
| Corporate and M&A | Evi Tsilou | etsilou@papapolitis.com | +30 210 3615544 |
| Banking and Finance | Nikolas Katsaros | nkatsaros@papapolitis.com | +30 210 3615544 |
Lawyer Profiles
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Ms Elmina Chadio | Partner Elmina specializes in the fields of banking, corporate and finance law.… | View Profile |
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Mr Vasilis Dimitroukas | Senior Associate Vasilis specializes in the fields of civil, criminal and administrative… | View Profile |
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Ms Chrysoula Giannopoulou | Senior Associate Chrysoula specializes in the fields of M&A, corporate and general… | View Profile |
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Ms Vicky Gravia | Associate | View Profile |
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Mr George Gravias | Partner George has over 25 years of experience in safeguarding his clients’… | View Profile |
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Ms Maria Karabella | Partner Maria has extensive experience in structuring and documenting numerous types of… | View Profile |
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Ms Marie-Roxane Karydi | Associate Marie-Roxane regularly advises on Capital Markets, Finance and Banking matters. Her… | View Profile |
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Mr Nikolas Katsaros | Partner – Head of Finance & Capital Markets Nikolas advises extensively on… | View Profile |
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Ms Elina Kaymenaki | Of Counsel Elina’s area of expertise is Public Law. She has extensive… | View Profile |
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Mr Konstantinos Konstantopoulos | Associate Konstantinos specializes in the field of corporate law, drafting all types… | View Profile |
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Ms Vicky Koutsopoulou | Senior Associate Vicky specializes in the fields of insolvency & restructuring, bankruptcy,… | View Profile |
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Ms Erna Kritikou | Associate Erna advises on a broad range of corporate and commercial transactions.… | View Profile |
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Ms Antigoni Liapi | Associate She is mainly involved with disputes, corporate and finance transactions and due diligence. | View Profile |
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Mr Panayiotis Papageorgiou | Counsel Panayiotis has extensive experience in litigation, arbitration and mediation disputes arising… | View Profile |
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Mr John Papapolitis | Senior Partner John Papapolitis is Senior Partner of the Firm and has… | View Profile |
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Mr Nicholas Papapolitis | Managing Partner Nicholas is widely recognized as an expert in foreign direct investments… | View Profile |
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Ms Anna Pavlaki | Senior Associate Anna specializes in the fields of corporate and general commercial… | View Profile |
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Mr Christos Pilafas | Of Counsel Christos specializes in the fields of Greek and EU competition… | View Profile |
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Ms Antonia Rountou | Associate Antonia focuses on corporate, commercial, M&A and banking law. She is… | View Profile |
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Ms Evi Tsilou | Partner – Head of Corporate and M&A Evi’s expertise lies in advising… | View Profile |
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Ms Konstantina Tsourouni | Associate Konstantina specializes in the fields of real estate, civil and commercial… | View Profile |