Consistently advising prominent domestic and international enterprises from the finance, industrial, and media sectors, the Sarantitis team has a ‘good track record’ of drafting share purchase agreements and facilitating shareholder negotiations. The practice demonstrates significant activity in the M&A space, routinely assisting energy and IT companies with all aspects of the transaction process. Based out of Athens, Dorotheos Samoladas is an expert in commercial law and restructuring issues, whilst Alexandros Metaxas specialises in corporate and financing matters. Dolly Kostara focuses on regulatory compliance affairs, and Antonis Katsigiannis concentrates on the TMT sector.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘It is a legal firm that can cover all our legal needs at corporate level. It is exceptional as it combines great expertise with an excellent understanding of our business needs, providing options and solutions.’

  • ‘The most important quality is the deep know-how regarding the corporate environment and adjustment to business needs.’

  • ‘A wide spectrum of technical skills, the ability to respond quickly to a variety of matters affecting a sole transaction, in-depth knowledge of M&A transactions affecting listed companies (among others), a good level of understanding from all the team members involved, availability and swift turnaround.’

  • 'The team stands out for its ability to respond to a variety of serious matters, work under pressure and generally to get the deal done.’
  • ‘Sarantitis has handled corporate matters of our firm for decades. They have a good track record in corporate law and strong knowledge of day-to-day issues.’

  • 'Sarantitis stands out due to its exceptional team strengths, which ensure the highest level of legal services, making it a top choice for potential clients seeking a unique, fully committed and client-focused law firm. When compared to other firms, this practice sets itself apart through its deep understanding of the law, ensuring comprehensive and efficient legal solutions.'

  • 'The individuals I work with distinguish themselves through their exceptional expertise, dedication, and unwavering commitment to delivering top-notch legal services, setting them apart from competitors while embodying qualities I highly value, such as professionalism and time management.'

Key clients

  • Mytilineos S.A.
  • Ideal Holdings S.A.
  • Maillis Group
  • Casino Rhodes S.A.
  • Printec Group
  • Neptune Lines Group
  • Verania Ltd (Bazaar Supermarket)
  • PCCW Global Group
  • Sarmed Logistics S.A.
  • EDL Hellas Ltd
  • Yama Hellas S.A.
  • Zim Hellas S.A.
  • Geberit

Work highlights

  • Advised Mytilineos S.A. Group on the full acquisition of Unison Facility Services S.A.
  • Advised Mytilineos S.A. Group on the full acquisition of Watt+Volt S.A.
  • Advised S.I.C.C., a member of the Ideal Group S.A., on the sale of ESM Effervescent Sodas Management Ltd to the Coca-Cola Hellenic Bottling Company.

Lawyers

Leading associates
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Leading partners
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Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Dorotheos Samoladas

Other key lawyers

Alexandros Metaxas, Dionyssia Gamvrakis, Dolly Kostara, Terina Raptis, Antonis Katsigiannis, George Dedes, Persi Mavraki, Vanessa Argyrou, Nadia Liouliou, Charis Anastasopoulos