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POTAMITISVEKRIS

Banking & Finance

Global Guide 2026 : Greece

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POTAMITISVEKRIS‘ banking team has a consistent and successful track record of advising on some of the most significant and innovative transactions in the market and is widely recognized as one of the leaders in this field. It offers comprehensive services, ranging from the establishment of banking activities and qualifying holding acquisitions and banking M&A and compliance, to traditional banking, financing and restructuring of loans. In addition, the team advises on the entire spectrum of capital markets, including tender offers, securities listings, investment services, and fund management.

Its clients include Greek and foreign commercial and investment banking institutions, institutional lenders and investors, as well as private equity funds, hedge funds, strategic buyers, borrowers and issuers of securities.

The team combines its extensive knowledge of the relevant industry with POTAMITISVEKRIS’ business-orientated and practical approach to matters. It also works with attorneys in the Corporate and Mergers & Acquisitions, EU, Competition & Antitrust, and Restructuring & Insolvency groups to provide seamless representation and fully integrated legal services.

Clients (23)

  • Bank of Cyprus
  • Fairfax Financial Holdings
  • PQH
  • Hellenic Development Bank
  • Eurobank
  • Deca Investments Alternative Investment Fund
  • Aegean Airlines S.A
  • Cubico Sustainable Investments Limited
  • Newsphone Hellas S.A.
  • Gek Terna S.A.
  • AMC Oak SARL / Praxia Bank
  • Intrakat S.A.
  • Alumil S.A.
  • Euroxx S.A.
  • Premia Properties S.A.
  • National Bank of Greece S.A.
  • Alpha Bank S.A.
  • Piraeus Bank S.A.
  • Grupo Dolphin
  • Motor Oil
  • GR. SARANTIS S.A.
  • Optima Bank S.A.
  • Ambrosia Capital Hellas S.A.

Chambers Review

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Banking & Finance - Greece

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

POTAMITISVEKRIS is highly respected for its excellent coverage of all banking and finance-related mandates. The firm is particularly popular with Greek and international banks for advice on bilateral and syndicated lending, as well as capital markets deals and regulations. Its lawyers are a top choice for national and international investors and corporates, offering strong expertise in real estate and project financing transactions. Furthermore, the team is well reputed for assisting lenders with refinancing and restructuring agreements, including debt restructuring, and also offers expertise in handling NPL portfolio transactions owing to the team's prominent role in the development of legislation. The team further assists clients with regulatory matters, often acting in the hospitality, energy and infrastructure sectors.

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Work Highlights

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  • POTAMITISVEKRIS advised Dimand and Premia Properties on the financing of their acquisition via a joint venture from Alpha Bank of a 65% shareholding in Skyline Real Estate.

Strengths

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  • The firm consistently delivers high‑quality legal support and is highly responsive and well coordinated.

    Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

  • The lawyers at POTAMITISVEKRIS have a high degree of professionalism with deep understanding of the law and the business perspective, consistently delivering a high-quality service.

    Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

  • They stand out for combining legal expertise with a genuine understanding of our priorities and the transaction's complexity.

    Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

  • POTAMITISVEKRIS combine legal precision with strategic business insight. The team's expertise, responsiveness and pragmatic approach to transactions make them a valuable partner.

    Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

  • The firm is very commercial and tries to find the best solutions for the client.

    Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Stathis Potamitis
    Stathis Potamitis

    Stathis Potamitis

    Senior statesperson Stathis Potamitis boasts longstanding experience advising notable clients on all banking and finance mandates ranging from NPL transactions and bond offerings to regulatory matters. He is also highly regarded for his restructuring and insolvency practice, advising major corporates on liquidations and restructuring agreements.

    • Stathis is highly skilled in managing complex, high-value matters. He has strong understanding of business drivers and is able to offer legal solutions aligned with commercial objectives.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

    • Stathis Potamitis is a highly respected adviser whose depth of knowledge and practical solutions consistently drive successful outcomes.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal
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  • George Bersis
    George Bersis

    George Bersis

    George Bersis is a notable lawyer who is well placed to assist lenders and borrowers with the refinancing of projects and corporate financings, with particular expertise in the real estate sector.

    • George is a resourceful and reliable expert.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

    • George Bersis is a trusted, responsive and commercially focused adviser who adds significant value to every transaction.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

    • George Bersis is a super talented, strategic and creative lawyer and he adds tremendous value to us as an adviser.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

    • George Bersis combines first-class legal expertise with a deep understanding of business and strategy. He acts as a trusted partner providing clear, practical and commercially aware advice.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

    • George Bersis is innovative and commercial.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal
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  • Alexander Metallinos
    Alexander Metallinos

    Alexander Metallinos

    Alexander Metallinos is a frontrunner in the Greek financing world. He is highly esteemed for the breadth of his expertise in NPE securitisations, structured finance projects and refinancing of existing facilities as well as acquisition financing.

    • Alexander Metallinos is highly skilled and commercially astute, and provides timely and effective guidance that drives successful outcomes.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

    • Alexander Metallinos can think outside the box and has the ability to handle challenging situations in a smooth manner.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

    • Alexander is a trusted partner highly recognised for his deep experience and the upper-class quality of services provided. He stands out for tailoring his services to our needs and commercial goals.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

    • Alexander Metallinos is excellent in all respects.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal
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  • Euripides Ioannou
    Euripides Ioannou

    Euripides Ioannou

    Euripides Ioannou is a noteworthy lawyer in the Greek banking and finance sphere. He offers extensive experience advising clients on project-related transactions, particularly those in the energy, infrastructure and real estate sectors.

    • Euripides has exceptional client focus and is highly skilled in managing complex, high-value matters. He understands business drivers and offers legal solutions aligned with commercial objectives.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

    • Euripides is a trusted partner who is always keen to intervene directly to engineer complex solutions when needed.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

    • The depth of Euripides' knowledge in legal and financial aspects of project finance distinguishes him from all other advisers.

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  • Anthea Terlegas
    Anthea Terlegas

    Anthea Terlegas

    Anthea Terlegas is adept at advising domestic and international clients on financing transactions. She has experience acting on projects in the real estate, construction and retail industries.

    • Anthea's depth of knowledge, along with the network she has developed with foreign advisers and her focus on delivering the desired results, is unprecedented.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

    • Anthea is very personable, to the point and very commercial. She's very good to work with.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

    • Anthea provides excellent response times and is hugely knowledgeable and committed.

      Banking & Finance respondentGlobal

    • Anthea is a solid professional with deep knowledge.

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