Regularly advising financial institutions on the financing, development and construction of offshore and onshore energy installations, Karatzas & Partners is praised for adopting an ‘innovative and commercial approach’. The practice shows considerable strength on the financing side of renewable energy investments, with Athens-based co-head Christina Faitakis being an infrastructure and real estate expert. Fellow co-lead Valia Apostolopoulou is knowledgeable on photovoltaic and wind power initiatives, often advising on high-value sales and acquisitions of all types of RES projects, while Anastasia Petta is well versed in assisting banks with complex bond issuances for financing energy schemes and regulatory compliance measures.
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‘Karatzas & Partners has a very strong team specialised in energy law. Their expertise and broad experience in the renewable energy sector is an asset for companies wishing to manage energy transition ensuring at the same time energy security and cost effectiveness.’
‘Valia Apostolopoulou and her team demonstrate a deep understanding of their field providing at the same time business-oriented solutions within the context of their clients' needs. Their problem-solving approach along with their flexibility and adaptability are key assets, particularly when negotiating complicated energy contracts and having to deal with the complexity of energy law. ’
'They covered successfully the whole spectrum of the deal. It is a one-stop-shop, providing high-quality services.’
‘Valia Apostolopoulou, partner, is an expert in energy-related matters and a great asset to the team. Nikos Zachos adds a lot of value when it comes to SPA. Pantelis Zalokostas adds huge value to K&P as he has very strong analytical thinking and great drafting skills when it comes to EPC and O&M Contracts.’
‘They are a very experienced team with strong expertise and display an innovative and commercial approach. At the same time they demonstrate a unique ability to approach issues with detail and sophistication.’
‘The individuals I work with are business oriented and very keen to develop close relationships with their clients. Their advice is always precise and on time. We have worked very closely with Valia Apostolopoulou, whose work and professionalism have been exceptionally unique.’
- 'Christina - outstanding in Finance and helping resolving problems, always available to think through solutions.’
Key clients
- Alpha Bank
- Eurobank
- European Investment Bank
- Gastrade
- Hellas Gold
- HELLENiQ Renewables
- Italgas
- National Bank of Greece
- Piraeus Bank
- Power BV
Work highlights
- Advised HELLENiQ ENERGY on a €766m financing framework with National Bank of Greece and Eurobank for renewable energy investments.
- Advised Alpha Bank on a project for constructing five PV farms in Western Macedonia, part of a 960 MW solar park, the largest in Greece and among the largest in Europe.
- Advising Eurobank and Piraeus Bank on financing a 550 MW solar project in Greece by Phoebe Energy, a subsidiary of PPC Renewables.
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Anastasia Petta
Practice head
Christina Faitakis; Valia Apostolopoulou
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