POTAMITISVEKRIS excels in complex dispute resolution and arbitration for banks, multinationals, funders and major enterprises across key sectors. The practice is led by Konstantinos Papadiamantis, Alexandros Kortesis, Alexander Metallinos, Alexios Papastavrou and Aspasia Malliou. Papadiamantis advises high-net-worth individuals on business, estates, governance and insolvency litigation. Kortesis focuses on public contracts and commercial disputes. Metallinos is experienced in arbitration and financial litigation. Papastavrou advises employers on all aspects of individual and collective labour relations. Malliou handles income, inheritance, donation and capital gains tax matters for individuals and companies.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Alexander Metallinos is an excellent legal advisor with numerous of strengths, analytical skills, creativity, perseverance and commitment.’
- ‘Very knowledgeable practice in this area of the law. They do thorough and diligent work.'
- ‘Konstantinos Papadiamantis and Maria Ferfeli are very familiar with the issues and have a good understanding of how the courts work in Greece.’
- ‘I am very happy with the firm’s overall capacity. They have specialists in every area we have needed, and their internal collaboration ensures that issues are addressed promptly and comprehensively.’
- ‘Konstantinos Papadiamantis is hands-on and fully engaged in every stage of a case. His leadership ensures consistency, attention to detail, and seamless coordination within the wider team.’
- ‘Expertise, in-depth knowledge, experience, effectiveness, successful track record of cases.'
Key clients
- Nestle Hellas SA
- ELTA COURIER
- Hellenic Public Properties Company SA
- PIRAEUS BANK
- Burford Capital
- Angelini
- PQH S.A
- Medtronic Hellas S.A.
- Gregorys Anonymous Industrial and Commercial Food Company (GREGORYS)
- CSL BEHRING HELLAS
- AstraZeneca S.A.
- IASO S.A.
Work highlights
Successfully representing Burford Capital in diverse high value claims (180m), complex cases due to high profile debtors and strong defence, international aspects and cross border litigation and enforcement.
Representing Nova Telecommunications & Media S.M.S.A. in LCIA arbitration proceedings against a former distributor regarding the unlawful termination of a long-term cooperation agreement, related damages claims and clientele compensation counter-claims, for disputed amounts exceeding €32 mil.
Representing the Athens International Airport (AIA) in a LCIA international arbitration against the Greek State.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
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
Konstantinos Papadiamantis; Alexandros Kortesis; Alexander Metallinos; Alexios Papastavrou; Aspasia Malliou
Other key lawyers
Maria Ferfeli; Theodora Souma