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Andersen Legal - Pistiolis - Triantafyllos & Associates Law Firm

Renowned for its vast knowledge in the data protection and GDPR compliance spheres, Andersen Legal - Pistiolis - Triantafyllos & Associates Law Firm routinely delivers ‘excellent results’ for major entities in the construction, retail, and energy sectors. On the corporate side, the team stands out for overseeing multi-jurisdictional M&A in the telecoms and tech spheres, while assisting with regulatory compliance measures. Based out of Athens, team head Themistoklis Giannakopoulos is highly knowledgeable in competition law and e-communications proceedings, and Theodore Pistiolis mainly focuses on the real estate and insurance industries. Nicholas Zelios is noted for his IT expertise, and Kleio Kondi is also noted as key.

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Testimonials

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‘Themis Giannakopoulos is a highly skilled professional in privacy matters and leads in a very efficient way a big and diverse team. He is a good manager and experienced lawyer in his field of expertise.’
‘Nicholas Zelios is a highly skilled professional in GDPR and provides legal advice in an efficient and timely manner. He is close to the client and understands client needs.'
‘Andersen Legal has established itself as one of the most trusted partners of our group throughout the years. A leader in Employment, TMT, and corporate law in Greece. Experienced, always with a solution at hand, looking at the big picture and clients' objectives.'
'We worked with them on highly demanding projects, and they delivered excellent results combined with high-level client service. The firm is a go-to for clients who need sophisticated advice that requires a blend of local market knowledge and international business. They stand out from any other law firm in the market regarding innovation, tools, and new technologies.’
‘Theodore Pistiolis is dedicated to getting the job done with a deep understanding of client’s needs. He is a solution-focused lawyer with excellent communication skills. He always brings something unique to the table; created a firm that is versatile and capable of handling a wide range of legal challenges.'
'On TMT, we were impressed by their methodology, approach, and tailored tools, which ensured the project ran smoothly. Themistoklis Giannakopoulos has a strong academic background, and he is aware of the market. His deep knowledge of GDPR and other data protection regulations is unmatched. Kleio Kondi is the go-to person for our firm - trustworthy, available and an expert in GDPR issues.'
‘Partner Dr. Themistoklis Giannakopoulos continues to be our legal partner and point of contact throughout the years of our cooperation with the firm, for more than a decade now. Excellent counsel by all means. Experienced and knowledgeable, unmatched in the TMT sector, excellent communications and negotiation skills, problem-solver, treating our business as his own business. Also, accurate and to-the-point, extremely efficient fixer.
'Kleio Kondi is always there for us, eager to solve problems and answer our questions promptly. Very experienced and with a deep knowledge of the law and industry.'

Key clients

Netcompany Intrasoft
Plaisio Computers S.A.
Binary Tree S.A.
Attica Group
Aegean Baltic Bank
Heron Energy S.A.
Starbucks
Sarmed
Infoquest
Allianz European Reliance
Euler Hermes Hellas
Gap

Work highlights

Advised British American Tobacco Hellas with respect to various regulatory issues, including complex personal data protection compliance matters.
Advised TERNA FIBER in respect of achieving compliance with the legal/regulatory framework governing e-communications and security of networks and services, and represented the company before Greek regulatory authorities (EETT, ADAE, etc.).
Advised the Viasat Group of Companies with a view to achieving compliance with e-communications laws and regulations, and represented companies-members of the Group before Greek regulatory authorities (i.e. EETT, etc.).

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