Consistently instructed by high-net-worth individuals, international pharmaceutical companies, and multinational real estate players, the Apostolos Georgiades & Associates practice is highly regarded for dealing with breach of contract and complex corruption-related claims. The team has experience of defending clients before the Athens Court of Appeal, as co-head Stavros Georgiades is an expert in handling high-profile litigation, whilst fellow team lead George Georgiades routinely acts for major hoteliers and shipowners. Anastasia Mageirou is also highlighted as a key contact.
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Key clients
- Dr. John Coustas
- Olympia Group (Panos Germanos)
- Eastern Mediterannean Limited (Thanasis Martinos)
- Hellinikon S.A.
- Cpt. Spyros Karnessis
- Novartis Hellas
- Helios Hotels & Resorts (Pantelis Mantonanakis)
- NRG
- COSMOTE – GERMANOS Group
- Dimitris, Ketty and George Koutsolioutsos
- Angeliki Frangou
Work highlights
- Acted for Novartis Hellas in a €214m lawsuit brought by the Hellenic Republic against the company for alleged corruption.
- Represented Mantonanakis Group in the effort to collect €620m awarded in damages for breach of contract from the Greek state.
- Defended shipping magnate Spyros Karnessis against a €325m lawsuit brought by members of his family.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Stavros Georgiades, George Georgiades