With a strong focus on transactional work and M&A, Bernitsas Law is noted for its expertise in employment due diligence and praised for its ‘deep legal expertise, industry insight, and client-first approach’. The team regularly advises on employment contracts, terminations, social security, tax, and whistleblowing matters. Practice head Maria Kloni, commended as ’proactive, responsive, efficient, and professional’, has extensive experience in employment due diligence within M&A and regulatory contexts, often involving cross-border elements. The team also draws on the firm’s broader capabilities in banking, finance, corporate, and tax. Other key practitioners include Fotis Bregiannis.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Maria Kloni stands out and she is very proactive, responsive, efficient and professional.’
- ‘Bernitsas Law has deep legal expertise, industry insight, and a client-first approach that ensures practical, actionable outcomes, not just theoretical advice.'
- ‘The individuals I work with have the ability to combine legal excellence with genuine collaboration and client empathy. They also demonstrated responsiveness and productivity.’
- ‘What truly sets the team apart is its unwavering commitment to understanding and prioritising the client’s needs. Beyond their legal expertise, what makes the practice stand out is the human approach they bring to every matter. The team takes the time to listen, to adapt, and to offer solutions that are not only legally sound but also aligned with the realities and sensitivities of each client’s circumstances.'
- ‘What makes the individuals stand out is their exceptional professionalism, in-depth knowledge of employment law, and, importantly, their human-centered approach to handling matters.'
- ‘The team is excellent - technically very strong, with the ability to identify key value in M&A processes and deliver practical, commercially focused advice.'
Key clients
- Accenture
- CVC
- Constant Contact
- Guala Closures S.p.A.
- Kosmocar SA
Work highlights
Advised CVC and Hellenic Healthcare Group (HHG) on the €2.2bn sale of a 60% stake in HHG to PureHealth Holding PJSC, including complex employment due diligence across seven group companies.
Advised Constant Contact on the acquisition of Moosend from Sitecore, including all employment law aspects and employee transfer documentation under TUPE legislation.
Advised Kosmocar SA on the acquisition of MAN HELLAS Truck & Bus SA, conducting comprehensive employment due diligence and securing regulatory approval.
Lawyers
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
Maria Kloni
Other key lawyers
Fotis Bregiannis