Noted for its ‘strength in energy-related real estate matters’, Zepos & Yannopoulos advises on financings, restructurings, and acquisitions. Co-leading the team, Sonia Melegou frequently handles commercial and residential lease agreements, while Marina Allamani specialises in tax-related issues. Praised for her ’meticulous attention to detail’, Anastasia Veneti-Pagoni focuses on regulatory matters and bond loan issuances. George Louizos and Katerina Pilichou provide support on due diligence and leasing, while Anastasia Aptalidi is active in energy infrastructure projects.
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Testimonials

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  • 'The team stands out for its availability and expertise. It is known for handling land acquisition, urban planning and environmental consulting matters.'
  • ‘The team demonstrates excellent expertise in handling real estate transactions, with particular strength in energy-related real estate matters.'
  • 'They combine legal precision with excellent client service. They are always responsive, clear in their communication, and attentive to our strategic objectives.’
  • ‘The real estate practice is reliable, business-minded, and uniquely positioned to support clients whose real estate needs intersect with the energy industry.'
  • 'Anastasia Veneti stands out for her excellent collaboration, meticulous attention to detail, and pragmatic, solution-oriented advice.'
  • 'Their knowledge, integrity and cooperation stand out.'

Key clients

  • ZOIA Group
  • Inspired Education Group
  • Reina Hellenic Properties
  • Data 4
  • Foresight
  • Brook Lane
  • TUI
  • Aquila Capital
  • The Grid
  • JP Morgan
  • European Energy
  • Nexi Spa

Work highlights

Advised ZOIA on the landmark sale of its entire interest in 12 property-owning companies to Yellow Tree Group.
Advised The Grid, a joint venture of Book Lane Capital and Noval Properties, with respect to the lease agreement of an F&B space.
Advised a consortium of Foresight and Mirova on the development of photovoltaic parks, undertaking the lifting of old liens registered on the properties and the registration of a new in rem securities.

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Practice head

Sonia Melegou; Marina Allamani

Other key lawyers

Anastasia Veneti-Pagoni; George Louizos; Katerina Pilichou; Anastasia Aptalidi