Commended for its ‘technical expertise and practical, commercially focused advice’, Papapolitis & Papapolitis is well-equipped to advise on the sale, purchase, leasing, and financing aspects of real estate transactions. Co-leading the team, Nicholas Papapolitis specialises in international transactions, alongside the ’exceptional’ Amalia Balla, whose practice focuses on acquisition financing and major commercial property deals. Elmina Chadio combines ‘traditional legal expertise with modern, forward-thinking strategies’, advising on joint ventures and restructurings, while Panayiotis Papageorgiou supports on real estate and regulatory issues. Konstantina Tsourouni focuses on property-related transactions.
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Testimonials
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- ‘The team stand out for their blend of technical expertise and practical, commercially focused advice. They are proactive, responsive, and highly collaborative, consistently translating complex issues into clear, actionable insights.’
- ‘The individuals stand out for their combination of deep expertise, clear communication, and genuine commitment to our success.'
- ‘This practice is distinguished by its unwavering professionalism and reliability.’
- ‘This was the first time we worked with Papapolitis & Papapolitis and the experience was excellent. The transaction timeline was kept, and the final result was great. The team showed exceptional awareness of the market.'
- ‘All individuals are excellent professionals and great to work with. They have in-depth legal expertise, excellent commercial awareness, full accessibility and true commitment to clients’ needs.'
- 'Amalia Balla is an exceptional Real Estate and Construction lawyer, with in-depth knowledge of the area. She is responsive, business-oriented, available and is highly professional.'
Key clients
- Aktor Group of Companies
- Hellinikon SMSA
- Taconic Capital Advisors UK LLP
Work highlights
Advised Aktor Group of Companies on all legal aspects, including the due diligence on more than 34 properties and the structuring, negotiation, and implementation of all transactional contracts on the acquisition of approximately €600 million real estate portfolio from Prodea REIC.
Advised Hellinikon SMSA on the sale of five distinct urban blocks designated for residential development in the Urban Development Area “A-U3” within The Ellinikon of the Metropolitan Pole Elliniko - Agios Kosmas, totalling €106 Million.
Advising Taconic Capital Advisors UK LLP, a global institutional investment firm, on the acquisition of the former Costa Perla Hotel in Porto Heli and on all aspects of the development and legal structuring of a luxury resort complex to operate under the Six Senses brand.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Nicholas Papapolitis; Amalia Balla
Other key lawyers
Elmina Chadio; Panayiotis Papageorgiou; Konstantina Tsourouni