Predominantly operating in the mining and real estate sectors, Karatzas & Partners is hailed for its ‘business acumen’ and ’strength-in-depth’ when assisting with PPP projects, RRF schemes, and M&A transactions. The practice represents major banks and energy corporations, with Athens-based lead Christina Faitakis being a specialist in project finance issues and privatisations. Valia Apostolopoulou is knowledgeable on Greek regulatory measures, Sophia Mavridou is active in the hospitality and health sciences spheres, and Katerina Dalamara focuses on corporate law matters.
Testimonials
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‘We are fully satisfied with the Karatzas & Partners team's efficiency, their timely responses and the overall approach towards our cases and us as clients. This law firm offers a significantly high level of services in terms of response time, business acumen/industry knowledge, appropriateness of advice, and strength-in-depth of team.’
- 'Up-to-date case-specific knowledge and expertise. Provision of customized solutions every step of the way (documentation, negotiations). Thorough analysis and proposal Excellent responsiveness and cooperation with all stakeholders.’
‘One of the best-reputed law firms in Greece.’
Key clients
- Italgas
- Hellas Gold
- Lamda Development
- Eurobank
- National Bank of Greece
- European Investment Bank
- Autohellas
- REDS
- RWE Renewables
- Hellenic Public Properties Company
- Wirtgen Invest Energy
- Piraeus Bank
Work highlights
- Advising Hellas Gold on a EUR 680 million project financing for the Skouries Project, a major gold and copper development in northern Greece.
- Advising Lamda Development on financing the EUR 915 million acquisition of Project Hellinikon, an urban park which is currently being implemented.
- Advising Piraeus Bank on a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) for the development of 17 school units in Central Macedonia, Greece, including advising on due diligence on real estate, reviewing project documents, and preparing financing and security agreements.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Christina Faitakis