‘Client focused and swift to reply’, the energy team at Bernitsas Law has extensive experience in the project development and storage aspects of renewable energy initiatives, with a particular specialism in photovoltaic power. The practice is routinely involved in major M&A transactions in the conventional energy sector, ranging from oil and gas to electric and water, often representing the government and institutional investors. The Athens-based group is headed by the ‘outstanding’ Yannis Seiradakis, who specialises in complex privatisations and projects in the renewable space, while Panayotis Bernitsas handles all elements of transactional and litigation work. Eleni Stazilova regularly advises on project finance and public procurement.

Headed by Valia Apostolopoulou and Christina Faitakis from Athens, the Karatzas & Partners team is highly regarded for its advice on long-term energy initiatives and project financing in the renewable sector. Counting global financial institutions and gas companies among its clients, the practice regularly supports businesses throughout complex tender processes and multi-jurisdictional pipeline transactions. Apostolopoulou is an expert in the Greek regulatory environment; Faitakis regularly acts on behalf of European investment banks; and Anastasia Petta is knowledgeable on the developments behind renewable energy ventures.

Covering the gamut of energy-related work, ranging from project finance and M&A to public procurement initiatives, the Kyriakides Georgopoulos Law Firm team acts on behalf of public authorities, investors and international renewable energy companies. The practice also has substantial expertise in the transport, social infrastructure and mining sectors, having frequently worked on landmark infrastructure and energy projects. Gus Papamichalopoulos leads the department from Athens, bringing vast experience of dealing with M&A and EPCs in the energy space. Ioanna Antonopoulou is a corporate finance specialist, while Lydia Tsapara focuses on privatisations. Efi Palaiologou and Antonis Kompias are also noted.

Lambadarios Law Firm’s energy practice demonstrates ‘full professionalism and excellent knowledge’, advising both lenders and sponsors on traditional energy projects as well as renewable initiatives. The team has vast experience in M&A and joint ventures, where it acts on behalf of domestic and international corporations, and routinely assists clients through the formation and bidding for the tender process. In Athens, George Panopoulos is an expert on construction projects and litigious proceedings, Yannis Kourniotis acts for the government and sponsors on transport and renewable affairs, and Constantinos Lambadarios focuses on M&A. Magdalini Christina Vlachou Vlachopoulou concentrates on public law matters. Theodoros Papadatos is also a key member of the team.

Cementing its place among the top firms in this field through its ‘niche expertise in energy law and regulation’, the Metaxas & Associates Law Firm team advises on the development, construction and project financing of initiatives, and also assists clients in complex litigation proceedings. Providing legal assistance on the acquisition of energy companies, as well as legislative compliance and competition issues, the Athens-based outfit is co-headed by Antonis Metaxas, who has ‘leading academic credentials’ and is an expert in energy-related disputes and regulatory issues, and Efstathios Kakounis, who has in-depth knowledge of European and corporate law matters. Other key practitioners include Vassiliki Koumpli, who handles arbitration, and Polyxeni Gkaintatzi, who focuses on policy and regulation.

Providing the ‘highest calibre legal advice’ to financial institutions and international energy companies, POTAMITISVEKRIS has extensive expertise in traditional and renewable energy project finance and M&A. The practice demonstrates a particular specialism in handling solar and wind power initiatives, dealing with all aspects surrounding their financing, development and construction. Based out of Athens, ‘exceptional’ practice head Euripides Ioannou advises domestic and international clients on infrastructure and energy project financings, while Anthea Terlegas is experienced in overseeing cross-border transactions, having been promoted to partner in August 2022. Dimitra Rachouti, Nikolaos Kampantais and Vasilis Tsintavis are also key contacts.

Displaying extensive expertise in the financing and development aspects of wind and solar photovoltaic projects on behalf of renewable energy companies and major financial institutions, Reed Smith LLP is praised for being ‘knowledgeable, responsive and commercial in its dealings’. Offering a wide scope of advice, the team routinely covers energy infrastructure projects and regulatory compliance, with Athens-based practice head Dimitris Assimakis being an expert in power and gas initiatives. Minas Kitsilis focuses on utilities and natural resources matters, while George Fountas specialises in banking and capital markets issues. Georgia Koui and Zissis Papazissis are also highlighted.

The multidisciplinary energy team at Zepos & Yannopoulos represents international and domestic entities, and is well equipped to handle high-profile M&A transactions and renewable energy projects. The practice has in-depth experience of acting on behalf of clients before Greece’s Supreme Administrative Court, particularly in disputes concerning environmental permits. Overseeing the ‘expedient and efficient’ team in Athens is Anastasia Makri, who focuses on transactions involving commercial contracts and negotiations. Sofia Chatzigiannidou specialises in an array of regulatory and administrative law matters, while Smaragda Spyrou is knowledgeable in the area of electric power. Both Georgia Tsiaoussi and Nikos Koukos are also highlighted.

Highly regarded law firm Alexander Vassardanis & Partners regularly advises domestic and international clients on cross-border renewable and traditional energy projects. The team handles all types of wind, solar and hydroelectric initiatives, and also has significant expertise in counselling companies on all stages of the oil and gas production process. Based out of Athens, Aphrodite Vassardani is a ‘leading lawyer’ in the natural gas, petrochemical and waste-to-energy spaces.

The 'strongly dedicated, enthusiastic and effective' energy team at Dryllerakis & Associates has notable expertise in photovoltaic and wind power initiatives, and is also well versed in M&A transactions. The team regularly assists domestic and international companies with regulatory compliance measures, as Athens-based practice head Emmanuel Dryllerakis is an expert in competition law issues and corporate financing. Cleomenis Yannikas has experience in dealing with high-profile privatisations in both the traditional energy and renewable spaces; Anna Ntionia focuses on the waste management sector; and Themelis Zamparas is a specialist on the regulatory side.

Counting government agencies, ship management companies and multinational energy entities among its key clients, the Fortsakis, Diakopoulos, Mylonogiannis & Associates Law Firm energy team specialises in overseeing high-profile projects in both the natural gas and renewable spaces. The practice’s coverage includes a strong corporate transactional and regulatory offering, as the founding partner Theodore Fortsakis is an expert in energy and tax law litigation, operating out of Athens. Nikolas Avgouleas frequently advises clients in the areas of public procurement, privatisations and general public law.

A popular choice among international energy corporations and major real estate companies, KBVL's energy department specialises in the regulatory and contractual elements of energy projects. The team has extensive experience in drafting and negotiating Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) and routinely deals with joint ventures and M&A within the energy sphere. Labelled as being ‘very insightful’ and ‘business oriented’, George Paidakakis leads the Athens-based group, focusing on regulatory, commercial and competition law advice, while Konstantina Gkouti is knowledgeable in M&A and corporate finance.

Demonstrating vast expertise in M&A transactions and joint ventures within the energy sector, the ‘diligent, analytical and efficient’ team at KLC Law Firm frequently acts on behalf of financial institutions and international energy corporations. The group also handles complex renewable initiatives, spanning from photovoltaic energy projects to wind power development matters. In Athens, Alexandros Tsirigos and Vassilis Karagiannis co-head the practice, specialising in energy transactions and dispute resolution. Tasos Kollas focuses on corporate and business transactions in this field.

The Koutalidis Law Firm team consists of ‘talented and skilled’ energy lawyers, with significant expertise in corporate and administrative law matters. The practice frequently oversees major renewable energy initiatives on behalf of financial institutions and energy corporations, handling photovoltaic and wind power projects. Based out of Athens, Evangelos Courakis leads the group, adopting an ‘extremely client-oriented attitude’ when dealing with project development issues. Panagiota Dikaiou and Evangelos Mylonas Tsoumas are also noted.

Headed by the ‘phenomenal’ Pavlos Masouros, the Athens-based Masouros & Partners practice covers all aspects of corporate matters arising in the energy industry, including M&A, reorganisations and spin-offs. The team’s expertise spans the traditional energy and renewable spheres, including oil and gas initiatives and hydroelectric projects. Masouras specialises in financing projects, development agreements and cross-border investment opportunities. The group also has in-depth experience of handling joint ventures and public procurement projects.

Headed by Mira Todorovic Symeonides in Athens, the energy and environment practice at Rokas Law Firm specialises in advising on energy production projects, along with the construction and operation of gas storage facilities. The group supports clients on renewable energy initiatives, including solar and wind power, as Todorovic Symeonides is an expert in energy regulatory issues and negotiating commercial contracts. Harris Synodinos focuses on public procurement and competition law matters. Other key practitioners include Sofia Getimi, Maria Garifallou, Panagiota Maragkozoglou.

Advising on the supply, financing and operational stages of traditional and renewable energy projects, the ‘truly insightful’ energy practice at Watson Farley & Williams LLP often represents financial institutions and international energy companies. The team specialises in handling M&A transactions and joint ventures, with the ‘very commercial’ Virginia Murray being an expert in project and acquisition finance, and Marisetta Marcopoulou assisting in banking regulation and stock exchange law matters. Maira Galani focuses on environmental law affairs; Valina Giouzelaki is knowledgeable on structured finance issues; and Matina Kanellopoulou concentrates on the hotel and energy sectors.

With vast experience in the renewable energy space, AP Legal's expertise covers all aspects of the implementation, licensing and financing of major projects. The group regularly advises on the drafting and negotiation of development services agreements, and also assists international and multinational corporations in regulatory compliance measures. In Athens, Aris Papaspyridis specialises in supporting global entities on their cross-border transactions, including M&A and joint ventures.

Delivering ‘accurate, sharp and high-level’ assistance to its multinational client base, Ioannis Vassardanis & Partners has vast experience in handling private and public tender procedures concerning both renewable and traditional energy initiatives. Athens-based practice head Ioannis Vassardanis has ‘outstanding knowledge’ in overseeing cross-border energy-related initiatives and acting on behalf of contractors, while the ‘exceptional’ Eleni Tsakri is an expert in public procurement matters.

MStR Law | Michelis Strongylaki Reinhardt frequently supports investors, developers and contractors on the full spectrum of energy law matters and EPC contracts. The Athens-based group is highlighted as ‘great at negotiations’. It has vast expertise in regulatory compliance and M&A transactions within the energy sector, thanks to co-heads Nassos Michelis and Dirk Reinhardt specialising in cross-border energy and RES projects. Ada Strongylaki is an expert in tax law proceedings, and Xanthi Kourti focuses on environmental law.

Acting on behalf of financial institutions, investors and project developers in renewable and conventional power projects, the Norton Rose Fulbright energy team shows ‘knowledge, experience and punctuality’ when supporting clients. The Athens-based practice demonstrates significant expertise in the solar photovoltaic and wind power spheres and is led by Elena Tsohou, a specialist in corporate and M&A transactions. Vassilis Koroxenidis and Yianni Cheilas focus on banking and restructuring. Dimitris Rampos is also noted.

Well versed in the renewable and solar photovoltaic space, the Politis & Partners energy practice represents major financial institutions and global investment firms. Operating out of Athens, Vangelis Politis routinely acts on many of the largest privatisation projects in Greece; Nikolaos Anastopoulos focuses on commercial contract law matters; Emmanouil Savoidakis is an expert in company law affairs; and Dimitros Theodoropoulos handles project finance matters.

The Sarantitis energy practice specialises in energy regulatory matters and demonstrates vast expertise in the electricity and natural gas sectors. Theodora Monochartzis heads the group, bringing extensive experience in handling energy-related contentious proceedings and employment matters to the team, while Dolly Kostara focuses on the corporate and banking compliance side. Gregory Vlachos is an expert in arbitration, and Nadia Liouliou is also highlighted.