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Bernitsas

Competition/European Law

Europe Guide 2026 : Greece


Bernitsas

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EU, Competition & Antitrust

Our practice is a market leader, with a history dating back to Greece’s accession to the EU and a successful track record of advising in landmark competition and antitrust matters, including merger control cases, cartel investigations and related litigation, concerted and restrictive practices, market and sectoral investigations, abuse of dominance and State aid cases.

Recent Experience

  • Marina Androulakakis and team advised Vivartia Group in the merger clearance process before the Hellenic Competition Commission regarding the sale of Dodoni SMSA to Hellenic Dairies SA.
  • Marina Androulakakis and team advised Aktor Group of Companies in successfully obtaining phase 1 merger clearance from the Hellenic Competition Commission in relation to its c.€367m acquisition of Aktor Concessions.
  • Marina Androulakakis, Tania Patsalia and team are advising a natural cosmetics company on competition law issues on an ongoing basis, including the reform of its distribution network in Greece and abroad.
  • Marina Androulakakis, Tania Patsalia and team are advising a subsidiary of a global technology supplier, providing them onsite training on compliance with competition rules in their day-to-day business activities.

Clients (8)

  • Bristol Myers Squibb
  • Attica Group
  • BMW Hellas SA
  • CVC
  • Motor Oil Hellas
  • Vivartia Group
  • Helleniq Energy
  • Aktor

Industries (7)

  • Retail
  • Energy
  • Maritime
  • Supply Chains
  • Pharmaceuticals
  • Financial Services
  • Telecoms

Chambers Review

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Competition/European Law - Greece

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Bernitsas is a well-recognised law firm with a respected competition law offering, acting for an impressive roster of clients. The team has a particular focus on merger control mandates, as well as regulatory issues connected to distribution networks. The department also has experience in investigations and dawn raids. The law firm additionally assists with the appeal of Hellenic Competition Commission (HCC) decisions and contentious state-aid matters.

Work Highlights

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  • Bernitsas assisted CVC with a merger clearance procedure for the proposed sale of Ethniki Asfalistiki.

Strengths

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  • The lawyers are highly skilled and experienced in both local and international matters, making them great at handling complex issues.

    Competition/European Law respondentEurope
  • The team demonstrates strong technical expertise in competition law and has provided valuable input on complex issues.

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  • The lawyers provide very concrete and precise answers.

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  • The lawyers genuinely act as business partners, always being available, quick to respond, and never losing sight of the bigger picture.

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  • The team anticipates the client's needs and provides clear, practicable advice and is very open to discussion regarding potential options to better suit the client's needs.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Senior StatespeoplePanayotis M Bernitsas
    Senior StatespeoplePanayotis M Bernitsas

    Panayotis M Bernitsas

    Managing partner Panayotis Bernitsas is a well-respected figure in the sector, boasting longstanding expertise in competition law. His practice covers contentious state aid matters, distribution networks and cartel investigations.

    • Panayotis Bernitsas provides very concise answers, we appreciate his contributions.

      Competition/European Law respondentEurope
    • He has vast expertise.

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  • Band 1Marina Androulakakis
    Band 1Marina Androulakakis

    Marina Androulakakis

    Marina Androulakakis is known for her work advising a diverse client list on obtaining competition law clearance for proposed transactions. In addition, she represents clients in behavioural investigations conducted by the HCC. She has further experience in competition law compliance matters, often involving distribution agreements.

    • Marina Androulakakis is always efficient and proactive and is available for a call to discuss even the slightest detail.

      Competition/European Law respondentEurope
    • Marina Androulakakis is business oriented and tailors her responses and advice to specific business needs.

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    • Her ability to quickly grasp the complexities of a matter is unmatched. She always distils issues into clear, actionable guidance.

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    • What distinguishes Marina Androulakakis is her practical approach and ability to combine legal expertise with a solid understanding of the business.

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    • She is an exceptional advisor who consistently brings a rare combination of deep legal insight, sharp commercial vision, and top-tier client service.

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  • Band 4Tania Patsalia
    Band 4Tania Patsalia

    Tania Patsalia

    Tania Patsalia assists clients with competition law compliance matters, including around state aid questions, pricing policies and distribution agreements. She has further experience in merger control filings.

    • Tania Patsalia is a highly reliable and methodical lawyer who brings structure, clarity, and consistency to every matter she’s involved in.

      Competition/European Law respondentEurope
    • Her steady presence and well-organised approach make her a valuable contributor to the team’s overall effectiveness and client service.

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    • Tania Patsalia really stands out because she is not only super knowledgeable, but also incredibly approachable and easy to work with.

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    • She is always responsive and very proactive in all matters that we have worked on together.

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    • Tania Patsalia is very helpful on matters.

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