ALG Manousakis Law Firm is recognised for its ‘excellent legal and commercial acumen’ and ’strong international experience’. The team is well-placed to advise on AI policies, compliance and whistleblowing, and regularly acts for multinational pharmaceutical clients. Joint practice heads Alexandros Manousakis and Angela Livgieri lead on data protection, privacy and global regulatory compliance matters. Evangelos Katsaras brings expertise in large-scale IT outsourcing and AI projects, while Mariliza Baka focuses on cybersecurity and EU whistleblowing issues. Other notable practitioners include Iro Katrachoura and Aggeliki Smyrnaiou.
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Testimonials

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  • ‘Very strong team with a unique expertise thanks to having lawyers qualified in all major jurisdictions in one place in Athens.'
  • 'Aggeliki Smyrnaiou is an excellent privacy expert and she is very practical.’
  • ‘The team is particularly knowledgeable of the privacy and tech issues in pharma companies.'
  • ‘This practice distinguishes itself through its deep subject-matter expertise combined with a pragmatic and business-oriented approach. What makes the team unique is the ability to translate complex legal requirements into practical, client-friendly solutions.'
  • ‘Evangelos Katsaras deserves special mention for his thoroughness, responsiveness, and ability to deliver high-quality work under tight deadlines.'
  • ‘ALG distinguishes itself through a combination of deep subject-matter expertise, strategic foresight, and a collaborative approach. Their team brings together legal precision with a strong understanding of emerging technologies, particularly in the area of data privacy and regulatory compliance.'

Key clients

  • Bristol Myers Squibb Company
  • Kyowa Kirin International PLC
  • G.S. Travel S.A
  • Argenx B.V.

Work highlights

Led the development and implementation of a comprehensive AI policy framework for Kyowa Kirin International PLC, ensuring alignment with evolving global regulatory standards and embedding principles of ethical and responsible AI governance.
Serving as data protection officer of Argenx BV and its 12 affiliates worldwide, advising on their privacy compliance and data governance.
Assessed the data privacy policies and SOPs shared by GS Travel and implemented them to fit the client’s internal structure while ensuring the company was compliant with its partner’s requirements.
Practice head

Alexandros Manousakis; Angela Livgieri

Other key lawyers

Evangelos Katsaras; Mariliza Baka; Iro Katrachoura; Aggeliki Smyrnaiou