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AKL’s Banking and Finance practice has been growing and developing consistently over the past decade and is now widely recognised for its ability to handle large, complex and high-value transactions. Our growth has been driven by our dedication to deliver high quality legal services, our commitment to produce innovative and workable solutions, and our determination to tackle even the most demanding challenges.

Our dedicated Banking and Finance team is led by Alexandros Kosmopoulos and strengthened by George Zohios, both recognized experts in their field.  

Our Banking & Finance Team acts for an extensive array of international and domestic clients and has enviable experience in a range of key sectors, including corporate finance, acquisition finance and project finance (including infrastructure, real estate, energy finance and PPPs), capital markets, NPLs, investment funds, and regulatory compliance.

The team also has significant experience dealing with cross-border transactions, often acting alongside leading international law firms.

Chambers Review

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Banking & Finance - Greece

2
Band 2

What the Team is Known For

AKL Law Firm offers an esteemed financing practice that acts for both borrowers and lenders on cross-border financings. The team is particularly renowned for its prowess in handling bond transactions in connection with real estate, hospitality and energy projects. Additionally, the firm demonstrates strength in the restructuring of financings and syndicated loan transactions. The law firm is particularly sought after to handle the Greek law aspects of international transactions.

Work Highlights

  • AKL Law Firm assisted the National Bank of Greece with the refinancing of Pavlidis.

Strengths

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AKL take the time to understand our needs and provide tailored, well-reasoned advice within a reasonable timeframe.

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AKL consists of renowned professionals who are experts in their field and are always ready to offer solutions and advice, regardless of the difficulty of each transaction they are involved in.

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The team's experience with sophisticated financing structures and cross-jurisdictional issues is especially valuable in managing the challenges typical of large-scale projects.

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AKL's proactivity, coordination and organisational skills distinguish it in the industry.

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AKL produces innovative, workable and well-substantiated solutions within tight deadlines, setting the pace of the transaction and organising the various topics in a masterful way.

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Notable Practitioners

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Alexandros Kosmopoulos
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Alexandros Kosmopoulos
1
Band 1

Alexandros Kosmopoulos offers a highly regarded practice advising notable clients on bond loan transactions, often in connection with energy and real estate projects.

Alexandros Kosmopoulos is an excellent professional who provides a very rewarding cooperation.

Alexandros is characterised by professionalism and exceptional knowledge. He is always prepared and ready to support and provide his advice.

Alexandros's expertise and leadership are unparalleled within the industry. He makes sure that all AKL deliverables are top-notch and offers valuable advice even when the most complex matters arise.

Alexandros is very well prepared, professional and calm during negotiations.

Alexandros is one of a kind. He carries two decades of experience, endless expertise and a great understanding of business.

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George Zohios
3
George Zohios
3
Band 3
George Zohios is frequently seen representing well-known banks in a wide range of issues, including bond loans, debt refinancing and acquisition finance transactions.

George Zohios is a high-level legal adviser with great expertise in his field and manages a great team of associates.

George is professional and commercial. He has a deep understanding of the law and is innovative in providing solutions to complex matters.

George is a responsive lawyer always aiming to provide tailor-made solutions in order to facilitate the completion of the transaction while demonstrating a wide and deep knowledge of legal matters.

George is an excellent colleague, always willing to help and advise. His knowledge is exceptional and he facilitates every stage of negotiations, regardless of the complexity of the transaction.

George is always highly responsive and approachable, making it easy to discuss complex issues openly. He proactively provides updates and solutions.

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George Rafail Athanassiou
George Rafail Athanassiou
Associates to watch

Associate-to-watch George Rafail Athanassiou continues to play an active role assisting domestic and international banks with financing transactions and bond loan facilities.

George is an excellent lawyer who is constantly evolving, delivering his very best and always available and cooperative. He is very responsive, commercial and always delivers on time.

George is one of the most valuable colleagues and is distinguished by his knowledge, promptness, credibility and kindness. Every time we work with George we feel that we are in very good hands.

George Athanassiou's level of sophistication and expertise are beyond exceptional. He always brings a solution even to the most complex matters.

George is a very talented and committed legal adviser. He is always responsive and direct in any need of the transaction and finds solutions that helps all parties.

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AKL Law Firm

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Alexandros Kosmopoulos
1
Alexandros Kosmopoulos
1
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George Zohios
3
George Zohios
3
Band 3
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George Rafail Athanassiou
George Rafail Athanassiou
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