Noted for its ‘proven expertise in a vast number of energy-related transactions,’ Bernitsas Law offers both contentious and non-contentious expertise, spanning M&A, restructuring, joint ventures, and arbitration. Heading up the team, Yannis Seiradakis focuses on privatisations, M&A, and cross-border arbitration proceedings, while managing partner Panayotis Bernitsas is recognised for concession projects and joint ventures. Eleni Stazilova, praised by clients as a ’unique practitioner,’ specialises in commercial contracts across diverse sectors including metals, oil and gas, and renewable energy. Other key contacts also include Stella Papakosta and Manto Karamanou, who support on a range of projects.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Elena Stazilova stands out as a unique practitioner and has a true understanding of business matters, as well as having an open-minded approach.'
- ‘The team has excellent knowledge of the energy sector and has proven expertise in a vast number of energy-related transactions. They are highly efficient in handling complex deals, often under very tight deadlines.'
- ‘Yannis Seiradakis and Eleni Stazilova stand out due to their vast experience, excellent performance and impeccable work ethic.’
Key clients
- BayWa
- China State Grid
- ERKA
- European Investment Bank
- Finvest
- Helleniq Energy SA
- Helleniq Renewables SA
- Gastrade SA
- METLEN
- Masdar Abu Dhabi
- Motor Oil
- Motor Oil Renewable Energy
Work highlights
Advised Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company PJSC (Masdar) on its agreement with GEK TERNA and other shareholders to acquire TERNA ENERGY.
Advised China State Grid in relation to the acquisition of a 20% stake in Ariadne Interconnection, a subsidiary of IPTO, implementing the electricity interconnection between Attica and the Island of Crete, for the amount of €62 million.
Advising a Greek energy company on the formation of a joint venture with an international energy company with the aim of cooperating on offshore wind farms to be developed in Greece.
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
Yannis Seiradakis
Other key lawyers
Panayotis Bernitsas; Eleni Stazilova; Stella Papakosta; Manto Karamanou