EU and competition

Kyriakides Georgopoulos Law Firm

Noted for its ‘collaborative nature’ and ’clear communication’, Kyriakides Georgopoulos Law Firm stands out for its handling of merger control cases before the Hellenic Competition Commission and the European Commission. The practice is especially active in the petroleum, retail and pharmaceutical industries, regularly advising clients on EU state aid issues and antitrust law. Co-heads Anastasia Dritsa and Victoria Mertikopoulou each specialise in abuse of dominance claims and EU merger control, alongside regulatory compliance measures. Konstantinos Sidiropoulos is an expert in EU trade law and digital market proceedings, while Ifigeneia Argyri focuses on merger control issues and distribution agreements.

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Testimonials

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‘Their collaborative nature, clear communication, and commitment to achieving the best outcomes distinguish them from competitors. I truly value their transparency, integrity, and the personal investment they bring to every case. This combination of expertise and genuine care makes them indispensable partners.’
‘Dedication, expertise, and commitment to client success. Partners like Victoria Mertikopoulou bring a unique combination of strategic insight with deep legal knowledge offering practical solutions to our most complex issues. She really knows her field of practice and stands out from every other lawyer we have worked on in competition matters. Associate Ifigenia Argyri was also exceptional, she paid great attention to detail. They both were responsive and ensured that every aspect of our case was handled with precision.’
‘Strengths and key capabilities: remarkable skills and expertise, high level of professionalism, dedication to clients.’
‘Anastasia Dritsa: excellent professional, great expertise, very high skills, extremely polite, really dedicated to client.’
‘This practice stands out for its deep expertise in EU commercial law, combined with a client-centric approach that prioritizes tailored solutions. The team's strengths lie in their responsiveness, commercial acumen, and ability to handle complex, high-stakes matters efficiently.’
‘I highly recommend Anastasia Dritsa from Kyriakides for her exceptional expertise in EU competition law. She consistently delivers practical, strategic advice with a high level of professionalism. She is responsive, detail-oriented, and has a strong track record of achieving positive outcomes for clients. I trust her legal judgement and would confidently recommend her to anyone seeking high-quality legal support.’
‘Anastasia Dritsa and Victoria Mertikopoulou are able, with their team, to handle any competition law case I have worked on with them. They are very knowledgeable, responsive, good communicators, commercially aware and pragmatic. On top of this, they have a good sense of humour. They have never disappointed, and I recommend them wholeheartedly.’
‘Anastasia Dritsa stands out as a globally renowned authority in Competition law, leading her team in KG to excellence in the field. Konstantinos Sidiropoulos is a valuable member of the team, producing impeccable and state-of- the-art legal services.’

Key clients

National Natural Gas System Operator S.A. (DESFA)
Motor Oil Hellas SA
Coca Cola Hellenic Bottling Company
Grimaldi Group
Caudalie SAS
Delivery Hero SE, Online Delivery S.A. (“E-Food”)
Ideal Holdings S.A.
Baxter International Inc.
IBM Hellas S.A.
Pyramis Metallourgia S.A.
British American Tobacco Hellas
Free Now - Intelligent Apps GmbH (JV of BMW & Mercedes Benz Mobility)
Ferryhopper SA
“Hellenic Petroleum Marketing Companies Association” (SEEPE)

Work highlights

Advised Delivery Hero on its acquisition of four companies active in the markets of online restaurant reservation, online food delivery and off-line groceries and securing clearance in Phase II subject to successfully negotiating behavioural commitments in the first ‘ecosystems’ case in Greece.
Assisted Ideal Holdings in securing clearance before the HCC in Phase I of the indirect acquisition of ATTICA DEPARTMENT STORES.
Represented Caudalie Hellas and Caudalie SAS during settlement talks with the HCC and reached settlement with respect to the first marketplace and price comparison tool ban case before the HCC.