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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‘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.’
‘Alexandros Kortesis (and his team) is our main partner with whom we are dealing with, he is so familiar with our business activities so we spent less time for discussions. Another partner is Xenophon Paparigopoulos with whom we have the same understanding.’
‘High standard, immediate, substantial and effective support especially from Mrs. Baya in coverage without exaggeration 24/24! Mr. Papadiamantis also justifies his reputation as an outstanding criminal lawyer.’
‘Alexandros Metallinos: highly knowledgeable, proactive, business-oriented. Regina Keramida: attentive to detail, prompt in responding, effective communicator.’
‘Alexandros Kortesis is a very knowledgeable partner who takes a robust and conservative approach to providing advice, which greatly benefits decision-making, and also lays solid foundations for negotiations.'
- 'Maria Perifanou has provided useful insight throughout all stages of the transaction.’
‘Mr. Kortesis demonstrates a keen eye for detail and accuracy, exceptional problem-solving skills, and remarkable resilience. As a commercial lawyer, he places a strong emphasis on assessing legal risks.’
Key clients
- PQH SA
- JB Capital
- Lafarge Holcim
- Piraeus Bank
- DIORASIS
- DECA
- Alpha Bank
- Oaktree Capital Management
- Hellenic Republic Asset Development Fund
- Folli Follie
Work highlights
- Advised GEK TERNA on the landmark €3.2bn deal with Masdar with respect to TERNA ENERGY, the largest renewables investor in Greece.
- Advised PQH in its capacity as special liquidator of 13 banking institutions (sellers) with respect to three separate tender processes on the sale and transfer of three different loan portfolios, which were initiated simultaneously.
- Advised PPC on establishing a strategic cooperation with prominent industrial firm Mytilineos.
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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