Frequently engaged in high-value real estate transactions, AKL Law Firm brings particular strength in licensing matters, with further expertise in acquisitions and financings. Co-leading the team, Constantine Alexiou advises on project finance for large-scale development projects, while the ‘outstanding’ Helen Alexiou's skillset encompasses planning and environmental licensing. Alexandros Kosmopoulos is well-versed in M&A transactions and financings, areas in which Kostas Fatsis is also knowledgeable. Eleftheria Vassila frequently supports on matters, with expertise in planning and zoning issues.
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Testimonials
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- ‘The team is detail-oriented, efficient and highly responsive.'
- ‘Helen Alexiou is outstanding in providing clear guidance and outlines all the parameters that need to be addressed for obtaining the necessary permits and approvals for real estate development.'
- ‘The team is extremely well-versed in the laws and regulations regarding Real Estate and Development. Their knowledge and interpretation of the labyrinthine regulations allows them to provide solutions and guidance that are imperative for successful projects.'
Key clients
- CMBlu Energy AG COLIBRI Single Member Private Company Lamda Development S.A. Hellinikon S.A. Eurobank S.A. Prodea Investments RECI Grivalia Properties Piraeus Bank S.A. RAYCAP S.A. THE MALL ATHENS S.M.S.A. (former Lamda Olympia Village S.M.S.A.) Lamda Domi S.M.S.A. Invel Real Estate Partners Brook Lane Capital ZEUS CAPITAL Natural persons / entrepreneurs/high net-worth individuals MSC Cruises Werealize S.A. Alpha Bank S.A. The Grid S.A. Ballian Technical S.A. Yellow Tree Real Estate (Gibraltar) Ltd Designer Outlet Athens S.M.S.A.
Work highlights
Advising Lamda Development S.A. Hellinikon project on all aspects of the overall licensing of the project.
Advising Lamda on the sale of a retail park, which is part of the Ellinikon Mall Complex (Hellinikon Development). The deal involves the sale of the land, the construction and licensing of the complex and the transfer of horizontal properties to the investor.
Advised Alpha Bank on the EUR 150 million financing of project Skyline, involving the sale by Alpha Bank to a consortium comprised of Dimand S.A. and Premia Properties REIC of a majority stake in a group sub-holding entity (Skyline) controlling 15 subsidiaries owning a diverse portfolio of real estate assets.
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Practice head
Constantine Alexiou; Helen Alexiou
Other key lawyers
Alexandros Kosmopoulos; Kostas Fatsis; Eleftheria Vassila