Banking & Finance

Karatzas & Partners boasts a highly esteemed banking and finance practice, drawing on its unparalleled bench strength. The team is particularly sought after by international banks and investment funds for financing matters, with particular expertise in project financings in the infrastructure and real estate sectors. Furthermore, the firm offers a standout capital markets practice, advising on securitisation transactions and the issuance of bonds and notes, as well as large GMTN programmes. Clients additionally benefit from in-depth expertise in NPL transactions and debt refinancing matters, as well as a strong financial regulatory practice. Based in Athens, the department regularly operates on an international level, acting on behalf of an impressive roster of clients including banks, investment funds and corporates.

Star practitioner Alexander Metallinos remains a towering figure in the Greek financing world, praised for his breadth of expertise in bond issuances and loans, real estate projects and NPL transactions as well as complex bilateral syndicated facilities. "He’s a genius," proclaims a client, highlighting "the innovative solutions and his legal creativity" before applauding Metallinos for having a "very analytical thought process but also in combination with a practical approach."

Alexandra Kondyli is particularly active on large bond issuances and ESG-linked GMTN programmes, acting on behalf of well-known banks and corporates. Clients appreciate Kondyli for being "approachable, committed and detail-oriented with banking expertise."

US and Greek-qualified practitioner Catherine Karatzas is held in high esteem for her expertise across various complex financing and capital market transactions. She is particularly active in bond issuances, NPL sales and large GNTM programmes, acting for prestigious banks and corporates. "She understands the key business drivers and considerations," lauds a client.

Christina Faitakis advises international investment firms and Greek corporates on large securitisations and bond issuances. Her expertise also encompasses real estate project financings. Reflecting on her management approach, one client says: "She has very extensive organisational skills, knows her staff and is flexible in finding solutions."

Nikos Fragos is sought after by both domestic banks and international financial service providers for his prowess in handling NPL transactions and complex notes issuances.