Dispute resolution

Papapolitis & Papapolitis

Headed by ‘excellent litigator’ George Gravias and John Papapolitis, Papapolitis & Papapolitis resolves disputes arising from employment, construction and regulatory compliance matters. The team has experience in representing clients before the Greek Supreme Court and Athens Court of Appeal, with Gravias being a specialist in industrial property and insolvency-related claims. Papapolitis represents multinationals in the real estate, finance and hospitality spheres; Panayiotis Papageorgiou oversees corporate governance and compliance matters; and Martha Chatziantoniou specialises in out-of-court settlements.

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Testimonials

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‘Papapolitis & Papapolitis' Dispute Resolution practice stands out for its deep expertise and client-focused approach. The team’s ability to combine legal excellence with innovative strategies sets them apart in the market. Clients benefit from their seamless collaboration across sectors, ensuring comprehensive and tailored dispute resolution advice. Their commitment to flexible billing enhances the client experience. Compared to other firms, their dedication to understanding and addressing complex legal challenges in a proactive, efficient, and strategic manner is truly exceptional.’
‘George Gravias and Martha Chatziantoniou are truly exceptional legal professionals whose expertise sets them apart from competitors. George's deep knowledge of dispute resolution and his strategic approach to complex legal challenges consistently lead to successful outcomes. His leadership, sharp analytical skills, and ability to anticipate potential issues make him invaluable. Martha, on the other hand, brings a meticulous attention to detail and a proactive mindset that ensures no aspect of a case is overlooked. Her dedication to providing thorough, well-rounded solutions complements George’s strategic vision.'
'What we value most in them is their commitment to bringing results, their responsiveness, and their ability to collaborate effectively, always putting the client’s interests first.’
‘The Dispute Resolution team is very experienced in representing clients before the Greek courts. they have a unique ability to navigate complex high-end disputes with a deep knowledge of the Greek court system.'
'What sets them apart is their ability to blend legal precision with creative, forward-thinking solutions. Their cross-sector collaboration ensures that clients receive well-rounded and bespoke dispute resolution counsel. Additionally, the firm’s flexible billing options further enhance the overall client experience.'
'George Gravias is an outstanding legal expert whose skills significantly differentiate them from their peers. George possesses an extensive understanding of dispute resolution, and his strategic approach to intricate legal issues consistently drives positive results. His leadership qualities, keen analytical abilities, and foresight in identifying potential challenges are essential to our success.'
'George Gravias is an excellent litigator that combines a deep knowledge of the subject matter with a strategic approach in order to deliver the goals agreed.’
‘Martha Chatziantoniou and George Gravias are very skilled lawyers. They quickly understand key legal aspects and always respond very quickly. In addition, they provide a clear overview of the various options the client has, and they explain both pros and cons in relation to the interests of the client. Moreover, their communication is very good. They are able to explain things in a clear way and never take more time than needed.'

Key clients

DEPA S.A.
Lamda Development S.A.
Philips Hellas S.A.
Intracom Holdings S.A.
Diophar Pharmaceuticals S.A.
Intralot S.A.
Aromca S.A.

Work highlights

Advised Public Gas Corporation of Greece (DEPA) in a €180m dispute over gas prices with Greek Fertilizers and Chemicals ELFE.
Advised Intracom Holdings on a €20m dispute for unlawful termination of a preliminary SPA for the sale of telecommunications company Teledome.
Advised Pylaia (subsidiary of Lamda Development), in a €40m dispute regarding negligence of infrastructure against Michaniki.