The POTAMITISVEKRIS practice shows ‘amazing collaboration’ and ’incredible knowledge’ when addressing the employment elements of cross-border corporate transactions and when handling unlawful termination claims. The practice has considerable experience before the Court of First Instance and Court of Appeal, predominantly focusing on cases based on the principle of equal treatment. Based out of Athens, Alexios Papastavrou heads the department, specialising in acting for clients before industrial tribunals on social security related disputes, while Despoina Charakopoulou is knowledgeable in collective labour agreements. Anastasia Platipodi concentrates on mass dismissals, and Nikolas Sigkridis has expertise in employment contract matters. Semina Zavitsanou is also a key contact.
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‘Highly collaborative and understand the need of their client.’
'I am impressed by their professionalism, their promptness in responding to our needs and their engagement.’
Key clients
- Philip Morris
- Procter & Gamble
Work highlights
Represented ION in its litigation against Re 4 employees for wrongful dismissal following their refusal to change their remuneration package after reorganisation.
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Practice head
Alexios Papastavrou
Other key lawyers
Despoina Charakopoulou; Anastasia Platipodi; Nikolas Sigkridis; Semina Zavitsanou; Afroditi Arnogiannaki; Yiannis Ragos; Mary Tzanidaki; Maria Siraga