POTAMITISVEKRIS specialises in cash-out mergers, refinancings and complex strategic investments, regularly acting on behalf of multinationals and technology corporations. In addition to technology, the practice also has extensive expertise in the renewable energy, media and banking sectors, with a particular focus on major tender offers and privatisations. Based in Athens, Stathis Potamitis is a restructuring expert; George Bersis is knowledgeable in spin-offs; and Alexander Metallinos is a banking and finance specialist. Alexandros Kortesis is noted for his work in the healthcare space; Vassilis Stergiou concentrates on merger control issues; and Theologos Mintzas routinely assists with high-value investments. Maria Perifanou and Eleana Baya is also highlighted as key members of the team.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘Mr. Stergiou and Ms Elena Theocharakou are excellent legal advisors with numerous strengths and qualities such as correct judgement, analytical skills, creativity, perseverance and commitment.’

  • ‘We worked with Vassilis Stergiou and Spyros Rousakis. A unique friendly bond was created between all of us in a very short period of time. They were available to assist us literally 24/7 with no hesitation whatsoever. Truly first class Professionals.’

Key clients

  • PQH SA
  • JB Capital

Work highlights

Advised GEK TERNA on the landmark €3.2bn deal with Masdar with respect to TERNA ENERGY, the largest renewables investor in Greece.

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Practice head

Stathis Potamitis; George Bersis; Alexander Metallinos; Alexandros Kortesis; Vassilis Stergiou; Maria Perifanou; Theologos Mintzas

Other key lawyers

Eleana Baya; Elena Theocharakou; Spyros Roussakis; Konstantinos Rachianiotis