Moratis Passas Law Firm
Demonstrating significant ‘expertise and experience’ in complex cross-border litigation and out-of-court dispute resolution, the team at Moratis Passas Law Firm is highly regarded for representing clients in commercial disputes, and banking and financial cases, alongside shareholders’ claims. Operating out of Athens, co-founder Dimitris Passas frequently represents companies from across the insurance and shipping sectors, whilst Nikos Syrmas and Fotis Kotsis are described as ’excellent litigators’, focusing on commercial and civil disputes.
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Testimonials
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‘The firm's expertise and experience in civil litigation exceeds its peers. They maintain an excellent track record and success rate in civil litigation.’
‘Nikos Syrmas and Fotis Kotsis are excellent litigators, with a deep understanding of the law, and brilliant drafting and communication skills. They tailor their approach to achieve the best possible outcome for the client.’
Key clients
- Cyprus Popular Bank Public Company Ltd, Greek branch
- EDOEAP (Press and Media Pension Fund)
- NN Hellas
- Citibank Europe Plc, Greek branch
- Piraeus Bank
- Hellas Capital Leasing
- Viva wallet Bank
- Antenna T.V. SA
- Intrum Hellas
Work highlights
- Representing NN Hellas SA, a member of NN Group, in litigation concerning insurance products sold in the Greek market.
- Representing EDOEAP (Press and Media Pension Fund) in a lawsuit against Bank of Greece to recover its assets held by the Bank of Greece under the legal regime applicable to Greek pension funds and public law legal entities.
- Handling six appeals filed by CPB (Cyprus Popular Bank Company Ltd) against the Greek state before the Thessaloniki Administrative Court of Appeal concerning withholding tax.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Dimitris Passas, Nikos Syrmas, Fotis Kotsis