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Bernitsas

Dispute Resolution

Global Guide 2026 : Greece


Bernitsas

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Litigation, Arbitration & Dispute Resolution

Our practice has a strong track record in major administrative, civil and commercial and corporate crime disputes. We offer a highly specialised level of representation before the courts in Greece and Europe, industrial tribunals, the ICC and in arbitrations and mediations. We have an expertise in advising on Administrative & Compliance, Banking & Finance, Corporate & Commercial and Restructuring & Insolvency Disputes, Corporate Crime & Fraud and Fraud Investigations.

Recent Experience:

  • Panayotis Bernitsas, Christos Paraskevopoulos and team represent a prominent Greek energy group with global footprint in a €2.3bn dispute related to enforcement proceedings by a foreign creditor against their debtor.
  • Panayotis Bernitsas, Dimitris Roussis and team advise a joint venture of Greek and international construction companies, in ad-hoc arbitration proceedings arising under the respective concession agreement of the 'Olympia Odos' highway with the Greek State, regarding multiple claims against the Greek State, with a collective value of over €132m.
  • ​Christos Paraskevopoulos and team advise the Greek subsidiary of a leading multinational insurance company on client claims for monetary and moral damages.
  • Dimitris Roussis and team advise a company on a €136m dispute arising from the imposition of landfill tax on municipal waste.

Clients (7)

  • BMW Hellas SA
  • Fresenius Kabi Hellas
  • CNP Zois SA
  • Diesel SA
  • Orion Pharma SA
  • Viomes SA
  • Helleniq Energy

Industries (2)

  • Industry specialisations include medical, pharmaceutical, food, beverages, retail, electronics, car manufacturing, infrastructure, energy, insurance.
  • securities

Chambers Review

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Dispute Resolution - Greece

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Bernitsas has proven capabilities in public law litigation, including cases linked to public tenders and the breach of public contracts. The team handles IP litigation, often defending companies in enforcement actions taken by the Greek data protection regulator or other domestic public bodies. It also assists with employment law disputes and civil action claims. Bernitsas Law has a strong reputation for the capacity to handle complex commercial arbitration.

Strengths

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  • Bernitsas stands out for its hard work, determination and attention to quality and detail. The whole team is excellent.

    Dispute Resolution respondentGlobal
  • Bernitas offers deep expertise in Greek legal matters, commercial awareness and a highly responsive and solution-driven approach.

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  • Bernitsas is able to dive into cases, understand technical aspects, discuss with persons of a non-legal background and present a fully integrated case.

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  • The team's advice and valuable guidance helps to successfully solve complex matters.

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  • What distinguishes the firm is its responsiveness and ability to provide clear, business-minded advice even in high-pressure situations.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Christos Paraskevopoulos
    Band 1Christos Paraskevopoulos

    Christos Paraskevopoulos

    Christos Paraskevopoulos is a well-established litigator with significant experience in contentious intellectual property matters, civil claims, and employment and shareholder disputes.
    • He is detail oriented and gets excellent results.

      Dispute Resolution respondentGlobal
    • Christos Paraskevopoulos has the perfect level of experience, gravitas and knowledge.

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  • Band 3Dimitris Roussis
    Band 3Dimitris Roussis

    Dimitris Roussis

    Dimitris Roussis represents clients before the administrative courts in actions against the Hellenic Republic, including notable cases relating to environmental decisions and results of public tenders. He is also active in arbitration.

    • Dimitris is an exceptional administrative litigation lawyer with excellent legal and communication skills.

      Dispute Resolution respondentGlobal
    • Dimitris is very knowledgeable and leverages his incredible experience to get clients the best possible results.

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  • Band 4Evangelos Mamalakis
    Band 4Evangelos Mamalakis

    Evangelos Mamalakis

    Evangelos Mamalakis assists clients with product liability cases and litigation relating to terminated distribution agreements.

    • Evangelos is a very sharp lawyer who is responsive to challenges.

      Dispute Resolution respondentGlobal
    • He stands out for his strategic thinking, clarity of communication, and deep understanding of cross-border dispute dynamics.

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