Representing top clients before the Athens Court of Appeals and First Instance Administrative Court, Bernitsas Law remains a leading firm in the Greek litigation market. The practice has expertise across the finance, energy and pharma sectors, covering corporate crime, commercial, administrative and competition matters. It is led by Panayotis Bernitsas, Christos Paraskevopoulos and Dimitris Roussis. Bernitsas has extensive experience in EU and antitrust law matters. Paraskevopoulos is an expert in contractual disputes, including agency and distribution cases. Roussis is an 'outstanding lawyer with incomparable skills,' experienced in public procurement, administrative litigation and privatisations. Evangelos Mamalakis focuses on commercial and financial contract disputes. Fotini Karr, Pelina Leontiadou, Mara Lissari, Anna Meletiou and Lina Mastrogiannopoulou round out the team.
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Testimonials
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- ‘I highlight Dimitris Roussis, Anna Meletiou, Christos Paraskevopoulos and of course Panayotis Bernitsas himself: Professionalism, accuracy, collaboration, expertise.'
- ‘Client-oriented, agility, dedication towards the end goal, expertise.'
- ‘Christos Paraskevopoulos is a very well-versed litigator with extensive experience.'
- ‘Bernitsas has a team dedicated to reaching its customers' objectives with highly qualified lawyers, responsive and solution providers, even on complex matters with several constraints.'
- ‘Dmitris Roussis is an outstanding lawyer with incomparable skills.'
- ‘Firm defence of the company's interest, and excellent knowledge of legal matters.'
Key clients
- BMW Hellas SA
- CNP Zois SA
- Euronet Group
- Fresenius Kabi Hellas
- Helleniq Energy
- Japan Tobacco International
- Kosmocar
- Orion Pharma SA
- Viomes SA
- Vinci Concessions SAS
Work highlights
Representing a client in a dispute arising from the terms of a management agreement in the hospitality sector pursuant to its termination and bringing arbitration proceedings before the International Chamber of Commerce against the operator relating to unpaid fees, amounts owed to third parties and public authorities and loss of profit.
Representing an energy company in litigation proceedings before Civil Courts and the Council of State concerning the defence of multiple solar farm projects in Greece.
Representing and advising an energy company as regards the implications in the Greek jurisdiction of its primary dispute arising from a share sales and purchase agreement resulting in the acquisition of a holding company indirectly controlling solar power companies operating in Greece.
Lawyers
Leading partners
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Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Panayotis Bernitsas; Christos Paraskevopoulos; Dimitris Roussis
Other key lawyers
Evangelos Mamalakis; Fotini Karr; Pelina Leontiadou; Mara Lissari; Anna Meletiou; Lina Mastrogiannopoulou