With a focus on project finance, M&A transactions and PPP projects, Kyriakides Georgopoulos Law Firm is also versed in bond loan facilities and joint ventures. Co-leading the team, Elisabeth Eleftheriades is recognised for her ‘excellent negotiation skills’ and specialises in real estate and infrastructure transactions. Fellow co-head Kimon Tsakiris is experienced in SPAs, construction contracts and leasing matters. Theodore Rakintzis and Lydia Tsapara are both focused on M&A and financings, while Eleni Iconomidou is skilled at handling real estate and land planning issues. Marianna Tsatsanifou is noted for her contributions in public and private projects.
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Testimonials
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- As explained above, we have worked with Mr. Theodore Rakintzis, who has been excellent.
- My experience is specific to the partner I have dealt with, Theodore Rakintzis, a partner in matters relating to estate law, real estate transactions, and residential construction. Over numerous legal issues, across a number of years, he has consistently shown an excellent knowledge of the law while also being highly commercial. He has shown an exceptional ability to cut through the noise and offer to-the-point, accurate, highly practical advice and has successfully helped us navigate a shifting regulatory climate. He is also exceptionally fast in his response time. Consistently, Mr. Rakintzis has been our most effective legal counsel in the three jurisdictions we have had dealings in (New York, London, and Greece).
- ‘The individuals I worked with stand out for their professionalism, responsiveness, and commercial awareness.'
- ‘The people at Kyriakides Georgopoulos are knowledgeable, trustworthy and very hardworking.'
- ‘The team quickly understand the issue at hand and get straight to the heart of the matter, providing clear and concise advice. They are a pleasure to work with.’
- ‘Kimon Tsakiris and Lydia Tsapara are very responsive, provide workable solutions and commercial advice.'
Key clients
- Cbe Capital
- Regus Hellas
- Wircon Gmbh – Pravita Land
- Alpha Bank S.A.
- GSA Investments
- DHR Services
- Fix Development S.A.
- Piraeus Bank S.A.
- MY MAR Nautilus
- The National Bank of Greece
- European Investment Bank
Work highlights
Advised the purchaser of the concessionaire SPV on the €524 million redevelopment of Platygiali Port into the 350-berth “Nautilus” mega yacht marina, five-star hotel and mixed-use waterfront district.
Advised the European Investment Bank and Piraeus Bank as senior lenders on the €195.7 million, 30-year DBFOM financing of Greece’s first student accommodation PPP.
Advised CBE Capital and its Golden Land Goutos/Taconic/Cedar consortium on Greek law structuring, drafting and negotiation of a €95 million senior bond loan from Piraeus Bank to finance the €150 million Six Senses Porto Heli resort and branded residences development.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Elisabeth Eleftheriades; Kimon Tsakiris
Other key lawyers
Theodore Rakintzis; Lydia Tsapara; Eleni Iconomidou; Marianna Tsatsanifou