Praised for its 'strong expertise in project finance and concessions', Koutalidis Law Firm advises on financings, construction projects, and cross-border transactions. The team is recognised for its 'exceptional professionalism' and 'deep legal expertise'. Managing partner Nikos Koritsas specialises in privatisations and M&A transactions, while Gregory Logothetis focuses on commercial contracts and arbitration. Ioannis Kaptanis, noted for his 'extensive experience in project finance', is regularly engaged in infrastructure transactions. Yiannis Kantas is experienced in public procurement and concession projects, often involving construction and infrastructure, while Yiannis Loizos focuses on M&A and privatisations and is noted as an 'excellent professional'. Dimitris Kalyvas is active in banking and finance matters, and Despoina Koutsou, who is 'experienced in public tenders', frequently supports the team.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘The team has strong expertise in project finance and concessions.'
  • ‘The team stands out for its exceptional professionalism, deep legal expertise, and a very good understanding of the client's needs.'
  • ‘Ioannis Kaptanis has extensive experience in project finance transactions and a deep understanding of both legal and commercial aspects, making him a trusted advisor.'
  • ‘Yiannis Loizos is an excellent professional, with excellent expertise and an excellent ethos.'

Key clients

  • Saur S.A.
  • Aktor Concessions S.A.
  • Hellas Gold S.A.
  • Fraport AG and Fraport Greece
  • Copelouzos Group
  • GMR Group Limited
  • Aegean Motorway S.A. (AMSA)
  • Avialliance GmbH (member of the PSP Group)
  • Development of New Alimos Marina Concession Single Member S.A. (concessionaire)
  • Lamda Development
  • HelleniQ Energy
  • Deutsche Telekom AG

Work highlights

Advising the Consortium comprising of (a) Fraport AG Frankfurt Services Worldwide AG, (b) Delta Airport Investments S.A. and (c) Pileas Holdings S.A. on the tender process launched by the Hellenic Corporation of Assets and Participations S.A. for the concession of the right to administer, manage, operate, develop, expand, maintain and exploit the Kalamata International Airport for a duration of forty years.
Advised Saur S.A.S on the tender process launched by the Ministry of Rural Development and Food for the award of a public-private partnership contract for the restoration and modernisation of the irrigation network of Tavropos.
Advised Hellas Gold S.A. in connection with the construction project for the development of the Skouries mine.

Lawyers

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Leading associates

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Despoina Koutsou
Despoina Koutsou
Practice head

Nikos Koritsas; Gregory Logothetis; Ioannis Kaptanis

Other key lawyers

Yiannis Kantas; Yiannis Loizos; Dimitris Kalyvas; Despoina Koutsou