Routinely acting on behalf of clients before the Greek Supreme Court and Athens Court of Appeal, Sarantitis’ team of specialists have vast expertise in civil, commercial, and banking litigation. The practice is especially experienced in representing major international banking institutions and global insurance companies, in addition to frequently collaborating with other law firms. From Athens, Theodora Monochartzis leads the group, specialising in contractual and employment litigation, and Alexandros Metaxas is knowledgeable in banking disputes. Maria Papamichalopoulou focuses on white-collar crime cases, and Terina Raptis is noted for her expertise in competition disputes.
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Key clients
- ENAE (Hellenic Shipyards)
- UBS Switzerland AG
- HSBC Private Bank Suisse S.A.
- HSBC Bank plc –Greek Branch/HSBC Bank (UK)
- Allianz Global Corporate & Speciality Ag
- Assicurazioni Generali
- Rembrandt Insurance Company Limited
- Sun Alliance Insurance Plc
- Iberostar Group
Work highlights
- Represented the Special Administrator of the Hellenic Shipyards (ENAE) in a claim against the Hellenic Republic for over EUR 250 million.
- Representing HSBC Private Bank (Suisse) SA in four major claims against the client based on data illegally provided by a former employee of the bank, as included in the “Lagarde List”.
- Acted as Greek counsel to CMI (Allianz Marine & Aviation Versicherungs AG; Royal & Sun Alliance Insurance; Assicurazioni Generali spa; Rembrandt Insurance Co Ltd) in marine insurance litigation.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Theodora Monochartzis