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Kyriakides Georgopoulos Law Firm

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Representing clients from across the pharma, tech and retail industries, Kyriakides Georgopoulos Law Firm fields a team of ‘very capable’ lawyers, specialising in handling complex employee redundancies, trade union negotiations and collective bargaining matters. On the contentious side, the department mainly focuses on unfair dismissal and unlawful termination cases, with practice head Ioanna Kyriazi being an expert in discrimination and workplace harassment claims. Kelly Papadaki is highly knowledgeable in employment contracts and restructuring projects, while Ioanna Chanoumi concentrates on HR policies and remuneration schemes.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘Very capable team always ready to support.’

  • ‘Very capable individuals.’

  • ‘The employment law team's expertise and professionalism have been invaluable to us. Ioanna Kyriazi's vast experience and pragmatic approach have consistently delivered high-level legal guidance, ensuring that our legal department receives top-tier advice on employment law matters.'

  • 'The team's handling of complex legal issues, coupled with their comprehensive understanding of employment law areas of consideration have been instrumental in navigating the dynamic and challenging landscape of employment law.'
  • 'We have found their ability to provide practical and strategic advice to be particularly commendable, as it aligns seamlessly with our business objectives. The team's responsiveness, attention to detail, and commitment to excellence reflect a standard of service that has exceeded our expectations.’

  • ‘Ioanna Kyriazi has consistently provided exemplary expertise as the head of the employment law team at KG Law Firm. Her extensive experience and pragmatic approach have been instrumental in delivering high-level advice. Ioanna's in-depth knowledge of employment law, coupled with her practical insights, has proven to be invaluable in addressing our complex legal needs.'

  • 'Her ability to provide strategic advice tailored to our business objectives has been particularly impressive, demonstrating a keen understanding of our organization's unique requirements. Ioanna's responsiveness, attention to detail, and dedication to delivering top-tier legal guidance have consistently exceeded our expectations, contributing significantly to the success of our legal endeavors.’

Key clients

  • Coca Cola Hellenic
  • Estee Lauder Hellas
  • AbbVie Pharmaceuticals
  • McKinsey Group
  • Merck, Sharp & Dohme Pharmaceutical Industrial and Commercial S.A. (MSD Pharmaceuticals)
  • Bank of America
  • AIG Hellas
  • Alpha Bank
  • Syngenta Hellas
  • Reckitt Benckiser Hellas
  • General Mills Hellas
  • Club Med Hellas
  • Expedia
  • Globalization Partners
  • Resolute Hellas
  • TEMES
  • Ethniki Asfalistiki
  • AON Greece
  • British American Tobacco Hellas
  • Imperial Tobacco Hellas
  • Novo Nordisk Hellas
  • IBM Hellas
  • Honeywell
  • Daikin
  • Goldman Sachs

Work highlights

  • Retained by a leading company in the glass manufacturing sector to manage the employment aspects of the strategic closure of its manufacturing plant in Greece.
  • Retained by a prominent travel technology company to manage the employment aspects of a redundancy process involving approximately 30 employees.
  • Advised the shareholders (Sellers) of KARYDAKIS IML on the sale and transfer of 100% of their shares to the Belgian entity MCC Verstraete.

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Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Ioanna Kyriazi

Other key lawyers

Kelly Papadaki, Ioanna Chanoumi