GREECE > INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY TIER 1
Described as ‘highly specialised’ in broadcasting and exploitation of IP rights disputes, A. & K. Metaxopoulos & Partners Law Firm routinely advises domestic and global clients from across the film, music, and software sectors. With vast experience in copyright infringement cases and trade mark protection matters, the practice has acted before the Greek Supreme Court and First Instance Criminal Court. Based in Athens, Irini Daroussou and the ’very experienced’ Kriton Metaxopoulos co-head the outfit, being specialists in industrial property law and corporate fraud prosecution proceedings. Marilena Nikolaraki focuses on patents and utility models issues, whilst Elena Nikolarea is a TMT litigation expert, alongside covering media law affairs.
Leading Partners:
Kriton Metaxopoulos – A. & K. Metaxopoulos & Partners Law Firm
Irini Daroussou – A. & K. Metaxopoulos & Partners Law Firm
Practice head(s): Irini Daroussou, Kriton Metaxopoulos
Other key lawyers: Marilena Nikolaraki, Elena Nikolarea
Testimonials
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‘This firm is highly specialised in IP. They study, they follow legislation local and foreign, European and global legislation on the matter.’
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‘Mr. Metaxopoulos is very experienced, over 30 years practising law.’
GREECE > TMT TIER 1
Regularly handling complex disputes surrounding soft IP issues and broadcasting rights, the A. & K. Metaxopoulos & Partners Law Firm has extensive experience in advising multinational corporations from across the film, music, and advertising industries. The firm shows considerable strength in contractual and copyright infringement proceedings, showcasing substantial activity before the First Instance Court of Piraeus and the Athens Court. The practice is co-headed by the ‘fantastic’ Kriton Metaxopoulos and Asterios Syssilas, each specialising in industrial property and consumer protection matters, while Irini Daroussou is an IP litigation expert. Elena Nikolarea primarily focuses on media law, and Katerina Nikolatou is also cited as a key contact.
Leading Partner: Kriton Metaxopoulos – A. & K. Metaxopoulos & Partners Law Firm
Leading Associate: Elena Nikolarea – A. & K. Metaxopoulos & Partners Law Firm
Practice head(s): Kriton Metaxopoulos, Asterios Syssilas
Other key lawyers: Irini Daroussou, Elena Nikolarea, Katerina Nikolatou
Testimonials
- ‘Kriton has a fantastic knowledge of the Greek film and TV industry and was very professional and efficient with his advice.’
GREECE > DISPUTE RESOLUTION TIER 2
Routinely defending multinational companies and executives in cases concerning corporate fraud, financial crime and civil law litigation, A. & K. Metaxopoulos & Partners Law Firm draws upon its in-depth expertise in IP law and complex TMT issues. Operating out of Athens, Kriton Metaxopoulos and Irini Daroussou have a strong track record in multi-jurisdictional cases, frequently handling arbitration proceedings and copyright infringement disputes. Asterios Syssilas is highly regarded for his vast knowledge in data protection and advertising law claims, and Marilena Nikolaraki primarily concentrates on real estate and construction matters. Achilleas Christodoulou and Elena Nikolarea are also key members of the team.
Hall of Fame: Kriton Metaxopoulos – A. & K. Metaxopoulos & Partners Law Firm
Practice head(s): Kriton Metaxopoulos, Irini Daroussou
Other key lawyers: Asterios Syssilas, Marilena Nikolaraki, Achilleas Christodoulou, Elena Nikolarea, Katerina Nikolatou
Testimonials
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‘Strong team of capable lawyers working well with international clients.’
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‘Great mindset of the team, which is very professional and proactive, in line with what to expect from international law firms in the UK.’
GREECE > WHITE-COLLAR CRIME TIER 2
With a strong track record in handling defamation and cyber ‘man in the middle’ fraud claims before courts of all levels, A. & K. Metaxopoulos & Partners Law Firm regularly advises Greek and global corporations. The ’very professional and proactive’ practice is well versed in managing embezzlement and negligence cases, while Athens-based practice head Kriton Metaxopoulos supports clients in multi-jurisdictional white-collar crime proceedings. Asterios Syssilas is a dispute resolution and unfair competition law specialist, and Achilleas Christodoulou is listed as a key team player.
Leading individuals
Kriton Metaxopoulos – A. & K. Metaxopoulos & Partners Law Firm
Practice head(s): Kriton Metaxopoulos
Other key lawyers: Asterios Syssilas, Achilleas Christodoulou
Testimonials
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‘Strong team of capable lawyers working well with international clients.’
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‘Great mindset of the team which is very professional and proactive.’
GREECE > COMMERCIAL, CORPORATE AND M&A TIER 4
Showcasing vast expertise in complex corporate restructurings and strategic alliances, A. & K. Metaxopoulos & Partners Law Firm is particularly active in the dairy, hospitality and retail industries. The practice is well versed in handling data protection and IP rights issues, with Athens-based team head Kriton Metaxopoulos primarily focusing on corporate governance matters. Achilleas Christodoulou has experience in commercial law matters.
Practice head(s): Kriton Metaxopoulos
Other key lawyers: Achilleas Christodoulou
Testimonials
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‘Strong team of capable lawyers working well with international clients.’
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‘Great mindset of the team which is very professional and proactive, in line with what to expect from international law firms in the UK.’
