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AKL Law Firm

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Displaying extensive expertise in assisting local and multinational clients with the structuring of high-profile corporate transactions, AKL Law Firm is renowned for its ‘responsiveness, market intelligence and efficiency’. The practice is especially strong in the real estate and infrastructure spaces, routinely navigating the legal and regulatory landscape applicable to privatisation projects and tender processes. In Athens, ’creative’ practice head Alexandros Kosmopoulos is an expert in acquisition and project finance matters, and George Zohios specialises in commercial and M&A mandates, whilst the ‘commercially astute’ Kostas Fatsis is noted for his work on complex corporate transactions.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘I have had the distinct pleasure of working with AKL Law Firm and can vouch for their unparalleled expertise in the legal realm. Their team demonstrates a profound understanding of the law, meticulous attention to detail, and a steadfast commitment to their clients.’

  • ‘I highly recommend Kostas Fatsis for his impeccable legal acumen and unwavering dedication to clients. His meticulous approach, combined with his sharp analytical skills, consistently yields positive outcomes for my company. Kostas is not only an expert in the field but also embodies the highest standards of professionalism.’

  • ‘Alexandros Kosmopoulos and Kostas Fatsis were both excellent in their work and collaboration with the team. Kostas was extremely efficient, commercially astute, knowledgeable and innovative in providing legal and commercial advice.’

  • ‘The AKL team is distinguished not only by its technical knowledge but also by its responsiveness, market intelligence and efficiency.’

  • ‘What makes George Zohios stand out is not only his technical knowledge and expertise, but also his practical approach, up-to-date market intelligence, his search for the most efficient solution and his genuine interest in the best outcome of the case. I was privileged to work with him and cannot recommend him enough.’

  • ‘Kostas Fatsis's commitment to our cases and his strategic thinking have consistently exceeded our expectations. We truly value the partnership with him and appreciate the personalised attention he has provided.’

  • ‘I think of AKL Law as a boutique law firm, in that it is a relatively small team of people who give you personalised attention with results tailored to your needs. Compared to other firms, I have found them to pay great attention to detail and offer high-quality, yet practical advice. They invest in continuous learning and growth.’

  • ‘Alexandros Kosmopoulos is one of the brightest people I know, with deep knowledge of the law and unparalleled business acumen. As a result, he comes up with creative yet sound solutions to issues. Kostas Fatsis is very structured, calm yet persistent and always delivers an outstanding result on time.'

Key clients

  • Lamda Development S.A.
  • Marguerite Fund
  • Landis + Gyr S.A.
  • Convert Group
  • Prodea Reic
  • SoftOne Technologies S.A.
  • Hellenic Republic Asset Development Fund (HRADF)
  • Brooklane Capital
  • Yano Participation
  • Upstream S.A.
  • Shop&Trade S.A.

Work highlights

  • Advising Lamda Development on various aspects of its involvement in the EUR 7 billion Hellenikon project.
  • Acting as co-counsel to the Hellenic Republic Asset Development Fund (HRADF) regarding the privatisation of two Greek regional ports (Alexandroupolis and Igoumenitsa).
  • Advising Convert, a leading e-business and e-commerce consulting firm, on the realisation of a financing round involving the entry of new private investors in the company and the renegotiation of the investment and shareholders’ agreement between the founding shareholders and the company’s institutional investor.

Lawyers

Next Generation Partners

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Alexandros Kosmopoulos

Other key lawyers

George Zohios, Kostas Fatsis