Often drawing on cross‑departmental expertise from the corporate and M&A teams, Bernitsas Law advises on licensing agreements, transactional matters, and patent applications and protection issues. Practice head Lambros Belessis, noted for his ‘dedication, professionalism’ and ’responsiveness’, is an expert in the IP aspects of private sector M&A and corporate restructurings. Yannis Chryssospathis specialises in matters involving medical devices and pharmaceutical products, while Marialena Mavrikaki is active in IP-related M&A and trademark oppositions.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Bernitsas stands out as a firm in Greece - it has very experienced lawyers and can handle a broad spectrum of matters, from day-to-day issues to super complex transactions. The team is noted for its responsiveness, market knowledge and client service.'
- 'Responsiveness, market knowledge, quality and client service are their key strengths. Also, the team brings together specialists from other practice areas and offers a holistic approach, a rare thing for the Greek market.'
- 'Lambros Belessis is an experienced professional. He stands out for his dedication, professionalism, responsiveness and his immense knowledge.'
- 'Excellent knowledge of the legal and commercial market, firm defence of our company's interests, provision of business oriented legal solutions.'
Key clients
- ConstantContact
- CVC
- Guala Closures
- Kosmocar
Work highlights
Advising on trademarks and software licensing agreements within the context of advising CVC and Hellenic Healthcare Group (HHG) in connection with the sale of a 60% stake in HHG to PureHealth Holding PJSC by CVC and HHG’s CEO.
Within the context of advising Constant Contact on the acquisition of Moosend, an email marketing and automation platform provider, from Sitecore, advised on software licensing agreements and employment agreements with complex intellectual property clauses.
Within the context of advising Guala Closures in relation to the acquisition of 100% of Astir Vitogiannis Bros SA from a company within the Ideal Group, advised on complex intellectual property agreements, software agreements and domain names.
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
Lambros Belessis
Other key lawyers
Yannis Chryssospathis; Marialena Mavrikaki