Tax

Dryllerakis & Associates

Demonstrating vast experience in representing clients in the Greek Supreme Administrative Court, Dryllerakis & Associates’ tax practice is highly regarded for its handling of both transactional issues, along with litigation and appeals. The team shows substantial strength in the criminal tax law sphere, covering all aspects of tax evasion, AML, and unpaid debts on behalf of domestic and international corporations. Based out of Athens, John Dryllerakis heads the group, specialising in global tax proceedings and competition law matters, whilst Eleftherios Rantos is an expert on tax due diligence projects for M&A. Nikolaia-Anna Lepida has extensive knowledge on corporate tax issues, and Dimitris Karavas focuses on complex administrative law affairs.

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Testimonials

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‘Strengths:- In addition to high level of expertise in tax-related matters, their unique personal empathy and interest - Effective initiatives in tackling delicate and politically-sensitive aspects related to the case handled.’
‘Key contributors and effective handlers to my case were Ioannis Dryllerakis and Nikolaia Lepida. The a.m. qualities characterize the individuals and their supporting team.’
‘Very effective, proactive and excellent collaborators. On top their fees are value for money.’
‘Always fully aware on the current legislation. Provide fast and accurate response on any occurring issue.’
‘Available at any time, can-do attitude and experienced.’
‘Dryllerakis & Associates law firm has strong expertise in complex tax issues focusing on their clients’ needs and providing exceptional services. Efficient handling of cases and an agile approach to matters are key characteristics of their legal team.’
‘The tax team of the firm possesses an in-depth knowledge of the legal tax framework and our collaboration, on complicated as well as on day-to-day matters, has been exceptional.’
‘Excellent knowledge, prompt attendance, professionalism, diligence and efficiency. John Dryllerakis and his team have an extensive knowledge of Tax and Accounting Law and an impressive understanding of business issues. Nikolaia-Anna Lepida is an expert in the Tax and Accounting Law with professionalism and extremely responsive. Emmanuuel Dryllerakis is an excellent expert on his filed with personal commitment in the cases.’

Key clients

Eurobank Group (Eurobank S.A., Eurobank Equities S.A., Eurobank Factors S.A., Eurobank Leasing S.A. etc.)
Thessaloniki Port Authority S.A. (ThPA S.A.)
Fluor Corporation
Hellenic Petroleum Group (Helleniq Energy Holdings S.A., Hellenic Fuels S.A. etc)
Siemens Group (Siemens Hellas S.A., Siemens Healthcare S.A. etc)
Regency Entertainment Group (Regency S.A., Hellenic Casino Parnitha S.A.)
Aegean Airlines
Lampsa S.A.
Praktiker Hellas S.A.
Beiersdorf Group
Daufoud Hellas S.A. (Greek franchisee of DOMINO’S PIZZA)
Adecco HR Group

Work highlights

Advised EUROBANK S.A. throughout a special tax audit regarding the Bank’s compliance with Tax Reporting obligations (FATCA/CRS), the first such audit to a leading Greek bank.
Represented Homeric Holdings in a high-profile case before the Plenary Chamber of the Supreme Administrative Court, successfully claiming that retroactive taxation of tax-free reserves formed before 2013 was contrary to the Greek Constitution.
Advise the Piraeus Port Authority, a COSCO Group affiliate managing one of the largest ports in the Mediterranean, in an ongoing tax audit raising serious tax & TP matters relating to the port’s privatization.