Zepos & Yannopoulos' team members are 'experts in their field and can cover all aspects of an M&A transaction'. The department focuses on complex cross-border M&A, strategic corporate deals, and sector-driven transactions in renewable energy, tech, healthcare, infrastructure, and education. Stefanos Charaktiniotis advises on cross-border deals, restructurings, and financings for tech companies and investors. Athina Skolarikou advises multinationals on structuring operations in Greece. Anastasia Makri specialises in complex commercial agreements. Danai Falconaki focuses on bankruptcy law. Stathis Orfanoudakis handles cross-border mergers, joint ventures, and restructurings. Mariliza Myrat  advises on corporate compliance and contracts. Antonis Giannakodimos  covers distribution, advertising, e-commerce, and consumer protection issues. Sofia Tzianoumi and Nadia Axioti are also key team members.
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Key clients

  • Inspired Education Group
  • Zoia
  • Astir Palace Vouliagmeni SA
  • Vinci Sa
  • Cumulus
  • Foresight Group
  • Mirova
  • Bain Capital Partners
  • DECA Investments
  • METLEN Energy & Metals

Work highlights

Advised Inspired Education Group on its entry into the Greek market through the acquisition of a controlling stake in two separate top-tier private education groups of companies in Greece.
Advised METLEN Energy & Metals on the execution of a binding agreement for the acquisition of all shares of M.T. ATE by METLEN’s 100% subsidiary, METKA ATE.
Advised Vinci Concessions on acquiring shares in Olympia Odos Concession Company S.A., a transaction characterised by its complex multi-party negotiations and regulatory approvals.

Lawyers

Leading partners

The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Practice head

Stefanos Charaktiniotis; Athina Skolarikou

Other key lawyers

Anastasia Makri; Stathis Orfanoudakis; Mariliza Myrat; Antonis Giannakodimos; Sofia Tzianoumi; Nadia Axioti; Danai Falconaki; Gina Dimitropoulou