AKL Law Firm, Real Estate | Chambers Europe Profile

About

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Our market leading Real Estate practice is led by Helen Alexiou and Constantine Alexiou, two of the most respected lawyers in the Greek Real Estate market. Alexandros Kosmopoulos adds strong expertise in finance related matters.

The team is universally recognised for its comprehensive advice on the full range of real estate transactions and is widely known in the market for its in-depth knowledge of the sector and for offering a creative approach to all kinds of real estate projects, no matter their size or complexity. The team has worked on some of the most complex real estate projects in Greece in the past decade.

Our team is well-equipped to advise on highly technical matters such as zoning, planning, regulatory and environmental matters, development parameters and licensing, and has strong experience over all asset categories. It provides a comprehensive range of services to the Greek market, including asset acquisitions and divestments, development and redevelopment, concessions, and real estate finance.

We work with property developers, contractors, financial and strategic investors, lenders, governmental agencies, corporates, and “high-net worth” individuals - both domestic and international.

Chambers Review

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Real Estate - Greece

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

AKL offers clients a stellar reputation for its advice on a wide range of matters within real estate law. The team is particularly well known for its work in real estate investments and financing, with lawyers representing prominent players in the market, including developers, REICs and financial institutions. The law firm assists with mandates connected to development projects, including planning, zoning and environmental issues. AKL's real estate practice is experienced in handling residential, commercial and hospitality real estate assets.

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Strengths

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"AKL is hands-on, commercially oriented and punctual."

Real Estate respondent
Europe

"All the team members at AKL have specific strengths and experience, which provides a holistic perspective and ensures all options are considered."

Real Estate respondent
Europe

"AKL is hands-on, commercially oriented and punctual."

Real Estate respondent
Europe

"All the team members at AKL have specific strengths and experience, which provides a holistic perspective and ensures all options are considered."

Real Estate respondent
Europe

Notable Practitioners

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Constantine Alexiou

Senior Statespeople

Constantine Alexiou is a longstanding lawyer who offers prodigious experience in real estate matters, assisting with a wide range of acquisition and finance issues.

"Constantine Alexiou is a seasoned lawyer with vast experience in a variety of legal matters."

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Helen Alexiou

Star Individuals

Helen Alexiou is a highly distinguished lawyer who offers clients an impressively broad range of expertise advising on real estate investments and divestments, as well as assisting with hospitality and infrastructure project developments. She is also noted for her specialisation in zoning and planning matters, as well as environmental licensing.

"Helen is a total pleasure to work with. She is super-creative in her approach to problems and has a wide breadth of experience on large projects."

"Helen Alexiou is a strategic partner, embodying the essence of unwavering experience and a resolute commitment to a business-oriented approach."

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Alexandros Kosmopoulos

Band 2

Alexandros Kosmopoulos offers prominent experience acting for financial institutions and Greek investors on real estate transactions involving tourism and hospitality assets.

"Alexandros is skilful and has deep knowledge of legal matters."

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