Watson Farley & Williams – Greek Branch
Client SatisfactionWith vast experience in share acquisitions and international privatisations, the Watson Farley & Williams – Greek Branch team is routinely called upon to assist clients in the energy, shipping and renewable energy sectors. Based out of Athens, the practice is headed by Virginia Murray, who specialises in project finance and M&A in the infrastructure and energy industries. Marisetta Marcopoulou is knowledgeable in corporate restructurings, while Maira Galani is noted for her regulatory expertise.
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Key clients
- CANTREVA SA
- Bob W
- Triton Marine Insurance Brokers
- European Bank for Reconstruction and Development
- Howden Hellas SA (Insurance Brokers)
- TotalEnergies SA
- Next Solar Capital
- Motor Oil Renewable Energy SA
Work highlights
- Advised the beneficial owners of construction company Cantreva on their sale of 75% of the shares of Unagi to Motor Oil Renewable Energy.
- Advised short-term rental operator Bob W on all agreements relating to the opening of its three first serviced apartment blocks in Athens, marking its entry into the Greek hospitality sector.
- Advised EBRD on the issue and conversion conditions for the €10.5m convertible bond loan to Noval Property REIC for the development, acquisition, and refurbishment of environmentally certified buildings.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Virginia Murray