ALG Manousakis Law Firm

ALG Manousakis Law Firm was established in 2011 by Ioannis and Alexandros Manousakis. Based in Athens, ALG is an international law firm with lawyers qualified across six EU jurisdictions and Switzerland, comprising 55 lawyers and 25 paralegals. With a broad knowledge base in corporate and commercial law and proven industry know-how, the firm is organized to respond quickly and effectively to client needs.

Our clients include 30 pharmaceutical/biotech companies and six medical devices companies. Our focus is on serving their needs in both day-to-day and complex contracts and developing solid data privacy and other compliance programs including helping them to implement those programs. Both services require close engagement with business owners and makes our teams unique in the knowledge of the healthcare industry.

We encourage an open channel of communication, ensuring that every client receives the full focus of dedicated teams across healthcare, corporate, tax, TMT and competition law. Committed to personalized service, our lawyers deliver innovative, proactive solutions and troubleshoot whenever and wherever needed.

Finally, we take pride in our strong track record in commercial and administrative litigation, with particular experience in commercial claims, tax and administrative disputes.

Areas of Practice

Life Sciences: ALG is one of Greece's leading law firms in the life sciences sector, advising pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, in vitro diagnostics, veterinary medicine and digital health companies on the full spectrum of regulatory, compliance and commercial matters. We support clients throughout the entire product lifecycle, from clinical trials and market authorisations to commercialisation, post-market compliance and enforcement. Our practice also includes healthcare compliance programmes, interactions with healthcare professionals and organisations, development and review of policies and SOPs, whistleblowing and investigation procedures, anti-kickback advisory, audits, gap analyses and risk assessments, as well as due diligence for vendors, sellers and distributors. We also represent clients before national and European courts and competent authorities, including the European Commission and the EMA.

Commercial Law: A high percentage of our lawyers have in-house experience, leading to a better understanding of the practical application of the law and a valuable market perspective. Today, we are at the forefront of the Greek legal market, advising domestic and international clients on a broad range of highly significant commercial agreements and transactions. Our lawyers regularly draft and negotiate complex supply, manufacturing, distribution, agency, franchising, licensing, research and development, collaboration and strategic partnership agreements. Working closely with our corporate, regulatory, intellectual property and tax teams, we deliver commercially focused legal solutions that support clients throughout the entire commercial lifecycle.

Life Sciences Contracting: ALG has developed a highly specialised contracting practice dedicated to the life sciences sector, with lawyers qualified in 6 EU jurisdictions and Switzerland, currently supporting 30 biotech/pharma companies and 6 medical device companies across the EMEA region. Our team advises on the drafting, negotiation and management of commercial agreements covering clinical research, procurement, manufacturing, distribution and commercial operations. We also assist clients with contract templates, playbooks and negotiation standards, acting as a one-stop coordination point for all European affiliates. Our multi-language capabilities (English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Romanian and Russian), combined with a quick turnaround of 3 working days, same-day delivery for urgent requests and dedicated quality control, ensure a seamless contracting experience across multiple jurisdictions.

Corporate Law: ALG advises companies throughout every stage of their corporate lifecycle, from incorporation and governance to restructurings, investments and strategic transactions. We provide day-to-day advice on corporate governance, shareholder and board matters, compliance, corporate housekeeping and stock option schemes, while assisting international clients with the establishment of Greek companies and local branches. We also have significant experience in shareholder disputes, adopting commercially driven strategies, particularly in complex deadlock situations.

Employment Law: ALG advises employers on the full spectrum of employment and labour law matters, helping businesses navigate the evolving regulatory framework while supporting their operational objectives. Our practice covers employment contracts, workplace policies, executive employment, employee incentive schemes, collective labour matters, restructurings, dismissals and employment litigation. We also advise on cross-border mobility, work permits, residence permits and immigration matters for international personnel and digital nomads.

Data Privacy: ALG's data privacy lawyers provide solid support as subject matter experts, delivering straightforward, actionable advice in easy-to-understand terms, avoiding legalese and jargon, while driving significant cost savings. We provide practical GDPR compliance solutions tailored to the operational needs of each client and its industry, particularly within the life sciences and healthcare sectors. Our services include privacy governance, data protection policies, international data transfers, data processing agreements, impact assessments, cybersecurity preparedness, personal data breach management, AI-related privacy issues and Data Protection Officer support. We are supported by a European team of professionals with extensive experience in the data privacy field, both from a legal/consulting as well as an IT perspective, developing risk-based solutions that combine regulatory compliance with business efficiency.

Administrative Law: ALG advises clients on all aspects of administrative and public law, assisting businesses in navigating complex regulatory procedures across highly regulated sectors. Our practice covers licensing and permitting procedures, regulatory approvals, administrative appeals and representation before the competent administrative authorities and courts. We also have wide experience in public tenders covering services, goods and works across industries, including supervision and preparation of offers, issuance and validation of all required documentation, and have successfully handled public tender litigation for food industries and medical devices companies. We also have considerable experience advising on public procurement procedures and procurement-related disputes, supporting clients throughout every stage of the tender process.

Tax Law: ALG is recognised for its leading role in tax law, providing strategic advice to domestic and international businesses, investors and private clients across the full spectrum of Greek and international tax law. Our practice covers transaction structuring, corporate reorganisations, international tax planning, indirect taxation and cross-border investments. We also represent clients before the tax authorities and administrative courts, successfully handling tax audits, administrative appeals and judicial proceedings.

Intellectual Property: ALG has a long-standing track record in intellectual property law, advising clients on the protection, commercialisation and enforcement of trade marks, patents, copyrights, industrial designs and other intellectual assets. Our IP practice group can advise at every step of a brand's evolution, from initial concept through to becoming a global brand, providing a one-stop shop for all legal requirements including clearance, prosecution, enforcement and exploitation of trademarks and IP rights at national, EU and international level. Our practice also includes portfolio management, licensing and technology transfer agreements, IP due diligence and commercial exploitation of intellectual property. We also represent clients in opposition, cancellation and infringement proceedings, as well as disputes involving unfair competition, misleading advertising, franchising, selective distribution and cybersquatting.

Real Estate: ALG is highly active in the Greek real estate sector, combining real estate expertise with tax, environmental, planning and construction law to provide comprehensive legal support throughout every stage of a transaction. Our long-standing experience is reflected in our consistent involvement in high-profile real estate cases, including concession and/or transfer of state-owned real property, sale and leaseback agreements, construction contracts, as well as lease and commercial co-operation agreements for high-profile retailers. Our team advises on land acquisition and project financing, construction planning and execution, site management and exploitation, leasing, land use, zoning and permitting procedures, working in close cooperation with tax advisors and civil engineers. We also provide solutions for individual buyers on the Greek mainland and islands, where specific city planning regulations apply. Working closely with technical advisers and engineers, we assist clients in identifying and managing legal risks from the earliest stages of each project.

Arbitration & Litigation: ALG represents domestic and international clients in complex commercial, civil and administrative disputes before the Greek courts and in domestic and international arbitration proceedings. Our primary objective is always to resolve disputes efficiently and avoid litigation where possible, innovating a dynamic approach for reaching a positive outcome. When proceedings become unavoidable, our experienced team advises on shareholder disputes, contractual claims, real estate and construction disputes, tax and administrative litigation and regulatory proceedings, representing clients before the Supreme Courts (including the Conseil d'État), administrative courts and arbitral tribunals, including proceedings under ICC and LCIA Rules. We also have a dedicated team on real estate litigation, having created case law in land claims during the implementation of the Greek Cadastre.

Energy Law: ALG has extensive experience in the energy sector, including national and cross-national regulatory frameworks, advising domestic and international clients on the legal and regulatory aspects of conventional and renewable energy projects. We support clients with full-scale contracting, managing commercial, development and financing aspects, including the creation of templates, review and negotiation of contracts related to energy production, supply and RES installations, including net-billing schemes. Our practice also covers corporate transactions (mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures), regulatory compliance, licensing, environmental matters and EU-funded energy initiatives. Working closely with our corporate, real estate, tax and dispute resolution teams, we provide integrated legal advice throughout the lifecycle of energy investments while representing clients before regulatory authorities and in infrastructure-related disputes.