Led by Gregory Logothetis, who ‘possesses extensive expertise and deep experience’, Koutalidis Law Firm continues to excel in international arbitrations, litigation, enforcement and settlements. Additionally, it represents corporations in construction, energy, trade and concession contract matters. Logothetis is adept at representing corporates, public entities and multinationals. Ioannis Kaptanis focuses on arbitrations in concessions, construction and sales, with strong expertise in commercial and financial disputes. Nikitas Fortsakis specialises in environmental, urban planning, TMT, anti-corruption and data protection cases. George Naskaris handles tax disputes. Evans Courakis has expertise in FCPA cases. Manolis Kasotakis participates in international and ad-hoc arbitrations. Athina Xynopoulou, Stelios Giamanis, Nikoletta Mamatsopoulou and Despoina Koutsou are other key contacts.
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Testimonials
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- ‘The firm has always had an excellent litigation department. It is certainly one of the top choices for cases that require challenging litigation.’
- ‘What has impressed me about Manolis Kasotakis is his dedication to the case, his fighting spirit in litigation, his sharp and quick understanding of what needs to be done to win a case, and his excellent cooperation and relationship with his team members. I consider him to be one of the best litigators of his generation.'
- ‘Gregory Logothetis possesses extensive expertise and deep experience in arbitration. He combines reliability with quick, efficient responses. Over the years, he has shown tireless commitment both to his clients and to the legal field. His hands-on involvement reflects a genuine commitment to achieving optimal results.'
- ‘The arbitration and dispute resolution team is remarkable for blending expertise, strategic thinking, and genuine care for clients.’
- ‘I recommend Gregory Logothetis for his knowledge, as well as Manolis Kasotakis.’
- ‘They have a very good combination of practical skill and experience with theoretical depth.’
Key clients
- Airbus SE RWE Fraport Greece Rheinmetall Electronics GmbH Gastrade S.A. Aegean Motorway S.A. Athens Concert Hall Hellenic Republic Asset Development Fund S.A. (HRADF) Helleniq Energy Group Wetterbest S.A. ANEK S.A. Rigensis Capital AS Vodafone Hellenic Financial Stability Fund (HFSF) Genesis Pharma McArthurGlen Group Netcompany – Intrasoft S.A. SPIE GmbH John Vardinoyannis ELTA S.A. (Hellenic Post) ELTA Courier S.A. New Alimos Marina Concession Single Member S.A. Proteus Equity Holdings Ltd Matrix Pack UK Ltd Prime Equity S.A. Ltd SEA STAR CAPITAL PLC Aegean Art Margaro Home Concept Avgouleas Linardatos S.A. Nautical Club of Vouliagmeni Energean Italy SPA Helpe Patraikos S.A. GMT Aviation Limited REDEX S.A.
Work highlights
Advised Gastrade S.A. and a Saipem–Terna consortium on a €100 million dispute arising from an EPCI contract for subsea and onshore gas pipelines, involving construction defects, delays, de-scoping, and related counterclaims.
Advised the Athens Concert Hall in an arbitration under the Greek Code of Civil Procedure concerning claims by the supervising engineers for services rendered in connection with the construction project, with claims exceeding €41 million.
Advised New Alimos Marina Concession Single Member S.A. intervening against 7 shipowner unions and shipowners requesting the annulment of the Concession Agreement for the Marina.
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Athina Xynopoulou
Practice head
Gregory Logothetis
Other key lawyers
Ioannis Kaptanis; Nikitas Fortsakis; George Naskaris; Manolis Kasotakis ; Athina Xynopoulou; Stelios Giamanis; Nikoletta Mamatsopoulou; Despoina Koutsou