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Apostolos Georgiades & Associates

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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

Other key lawyers

Anastasia Mageirou