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Koutalidis Law Firm

Corporate/Commercial

Global Guide 2026 : Greece


Koutalidis Law Firm

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Our practice has a proven track record in complex domestic and cross-border corporate deals, drawing from a pool of expert transactional lawyers with deep experience in the field. Our strength lies in our in-depth experience and high awareness of market practice coupled with our innovative mindset and ability to design optimal structures tailored to the legal and business objectives of our clients.


We demonstrate considerable strength in general corporate advisory, M&A and privatizations advising in public and private transactions, including mergers, divisions, spin offs, share deals, asset deals, transfers of going concerns, conversions and shareholder agreements. We also advise listed, private and state-controlled entities in the context of IPOs, rights offerings and tender offers covering a wide range of equity and debt products. Our client base composes of household-name corporates, SMEs, financial institutions and government agencies while we cover a broad range of industries including energy, financial services, pharmaceuticals and real estate.


We advise on all aspects of transactions including transaction structure, drafting and negotiation of transaction documents, conducting due diligence and regulatory compliance. We also assist clients with day-to-day issues as well as with strategic decisions regarding their business activities, including the establishment, restructuring and unwinding of companies, corporate governance, commercial contracts and insolvency matters.

Industries (9)

  • Energy
  • Financial Services
  • Food and Beverage
  • Hotels and Tourism
  • Pharmaceuticals
  • Privatizations
  • Real Estate
  • Technology
  • Telecoms

Chambers Review

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Corporate/Commercial - Greece

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For
Koutalidis Law Firm offers a well-established corporate and commercial practice group. The team regularly assists with a range of transactions, with particular prowess in handling share sales, acquisitions and privatisations at both a domestic and global level. Additionally, clients benefit from the law firm's growing strength in public tender proceedings and corporate transformation projects. Koutalidis's client roster includes well-known players from the energy, banking and technology sectors.

Work Highlights

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  • Koutalidis advised Aegean Baltic Holding on its acquisition of majority control of Aegean Baltic Bank.

Strengths

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  • Koutalidis offers excellent commercial awareness, and you can always count on the team to understand the commercial concerns and find the appropriate legal solution to address them.

    Corporate/Commercial respondentGlobal
  • Koutalidis distinguishes itself through its strategic approach to transactions and its precision and clarity in structuring deals.

    Corporate/Commercial respondentGlobal
  • Koutalidis provides a customised approach combined with a comprehensive range of expertise.

    Corporate/Commercial respondentGlobal
  • Koutalidis stands out for being client-focused, extremely responsive and excellent in crisis management.

    Corporate/Commercial respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Eminent PractitionersNikos Koritsas
    Eminent PractitionersNikos Koritsas

    Nikos Koritsas

    Nikos Koritsas is a trusted adviser due to his longstanding experience in the Greek corporate market. He regularly advises on share sales, acquisitions and privatisations, with further expertise in banking and finance mandates.

    • Nikos has strong crisis management skills, deep knowledge, excellent expertise in agreements and a dynamic, yet calm presence that instils confidence in the client.

      Corporate/Commercial respondentGlobal
  • Band 2Katia J Protopapa
    Band 2Katia J Protopapa

    Katia J Protopapa

    Katia Protopapa is an adept lawyer with a significant practice assisting private companies and financial institutions with acquisitions and shareholder matters.
    • Katia knows how to manage a project in the most efficient way and is very experienced.

      Corporate/Commercial respondentGlobal
    • Katia is business-minded, close to client needs and solution-oriented.

      Corporate/Commercial respondentGlobal
  • Band 4Yiannis Loizos
    Band 4Yiannis Loizos

    Yiannis Loizos

    Yiannis Loizos is an increasingly prominent lawyer who supports international investors and corporate clients on a wide range of acquisitions.
    • Yiannis provides guidance and clear explanations without overwhelming the client or leaving questions unanswered.

      Corporate/Commercial respondentGlobal
    • Yiannis is highly responsive, pragmatic and completely attuned to client needs.

      Corporate/Commercial respondentGlobal

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