Frequently acting on behalf of Greek developers and investors and multinational players, the ‘highly business savvy team’ at Your Legal Partners covers all aspects of real estate financing, portfolio acquisitions and privatisations. Based in Athens, Maria Golfinopoulou and Katerina Christodoulou head the department, with the former specialising in representing authorities and sponsors in major real estate projects and the latter handling real estate acquisitions.
Testimonials
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‘Highly business savvy team, great combination of legal knowledge and business sense, responsive to tight timelines, reasonable fees, incorporation of AI technology in documents review.’
‘Maria Golfinopoulou as partner, is the "face" of the firm willing to accommodate all business legal needs, irrespective of time and other difficulties. She is willing to go the extra step for her clients, in all aspects of her legal engagement. Excellent team manager with great business acumen. ’
‘In-depth knowledge, responsiveness. They are accessible. They are very reliable in meeting deadlines, problem solving individuals. They listen and explain well. Their partner-led approach sets them apart from competition.’
‘Katerina Christodoulou: Strong in documentation in legal structuring and negotiation. Fotini Mavrikaki: Responsive, great analytical skills and creativity. Prokopis Linardos: in-depth approach on the matter with an eye for detail and capable of explaining and guiding the client to understand risks. Anastasia Kakali: An associate to watch. High level of expertise, short response time and excellent communication skills. ’
‘If you are looking for a legal firm that is trustworthy, efficient, and pays attention to details, Your Legal Partners is your firm. They have a team of experienced lawyers who will handle your case with professionalism and care and will work hard to achieve the set goals.’
‘Katerina Christodoulou is a lawyer who combines creativity and client friendliness with legal expertise. She is always looking for innovative solutions to your legal problems, and listens to your needs and preferences.’
‘Excellent cooperation. Always available with a positive approach to find a solution. Excellent negotiation skills.’
‘Deep knowledge of the legal issues and willingness to discuss and explain them further so that all parties have the same understanding.’
Key clients
- Hellenic Republic Asset Development Fund
- Ministry of Infrastructure & Transport
- GrowthFund the National Fund of Greece
- H.I.G Capital
- Sterner Stenhus
- Eurobank SA
- Premia S.A (listed REIC)
- PRIMALAFT S.A
- Piraeus Bank SA
- AVAX SA
- Mytilineos SA
- DIMAND SA
- EOS Group
- Alpha Bank
Work highlights
- Acting for Eurobank and Piraeus Bank as Mandated Lead Arrangers on the financing for the first phase of the investment of Lamda Development.
- Acted for the consortium of Mytilineos and ATESE as the winning consortium in the PPP regarding the design, construction, financing, maintenance and operation of 17 school units in the Central Macedonia Region.
- Acting as lender's legal advisor in the financing of several projects of a Greek energy group.