The Legal 500 – 2022

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY IN GREECE – Tier 1

A. & K. Metaxopoulos & Partners Law Firm undertakes an array of IP matters for clients from a wide range of industries, such as film, TV, music, software, advertising, gaming and print media. The firm advises Dassault Systems on copyright and trade mark protection, including anti-piracy civil and penal litigation. It also assists British American Tobacco with protecting its IP rights in Greece against another multinational American tobacco company as part of a global dispute concerning ‘heat non-burn’ tobacco products. Irini Daroussou jointly leads the practice with Kriton Metaxopoulos.

Practice head(s):

Irini Daroussou; Kriton Metaxopoulos – RECOMMENDED LAWYERS

Other key lawyers:

Marilena Nikolaraki; Elena Nikolarea

 Testimonials

‘In the small IP market in Greece, A & K Metaxopoulos is a law firm that stands out for its unbridled commitment to test and push the boundaries of IP law in Greece. They are an unrelenting and persevering team, who do their utmost to meet the clients’ brief and objectives. A truly commendable team.’

‘Kriton Metaxopoulos – the stalwart team leader is very responsive and able. He is an experienced litigator with a no nonsense approach. Very well versed in IP law and the practice and procedure of the Greek courts.’

‘Marilena Nikolaraki & Elena Nikolarea – Kriton’s right-hand women. Rising stars in the field.’

 

TMT – Tier 1

A.& K. Metaxopoulos & Partners Law Firm’s team, which acts for domestic and international clients, is known for its expertise in media law. It is well-equipped to handle cross-border matters, which includes advice to high-profile athletes on endorsement and advertising agreements. The group also advises on regulatory compliance issues, such as those concerning video games, personal data protection, and filming and broadcast matters. Kriton Metaxopoulos has experience of acting for major US film studios and record companies. He co-heads the practice with Irini Daroussou , who generates work from clients such as radio stations, publishing companies and software design product companies.

Practice head(s):

Kriton Metaxopoulos; Irini Daroussou – RECOMMENDED LAWYERS

Other key lawyers:

Asterios Syssilas

Testimonials

‘In the small IP market in Greece, A & K Metaxopoulos is a law firm that stands out for its unbridled commitment to test and push the boundaries of IP law in Greece. They are an unrelenting and persevering team, who do their utmost to meet the clients’ brief and objectives. A truly commendable team.’

‘Kriton Metaxopoulos – the stalwart team leader is very responsive and able. He is an experienced litigator with a no nonsense approach. Very well versed in IP law and the practice and procedure of the Greek courts.’

 

DISPUTE RESOLUTION – Tier 2

A.& K. Metaxopoulos & Partners Law Firm has significant experience in representing both companies and high-level executives in corporate fraud, financial crime and civil litigation proceedings. Clients include both domestic and international players such as British American Tobacco, Ryanair and Warner Bros Entertainment. Managing partner Kriton Metaxopoulos has a strong reputation for litigation and arbitration, and is best known for handling white-collar crime cases. He co-heads the practice with Irini Daroussou, who specialises in IP litigation.

Kriton Metaxopoulos – HALL OF FAME

Irini Daroussou – RECOMMENDED LAWYER

Practice head(s):

Kriton Metaxopoulos; Irini Daroussou

Other key lawyers:

Elena Nikolarea; Marilena Nikolaraki

Testimonials

‘The team provides high-quality, boutique services. The team is very dedicated and focused on the client, showing great professionalism and commitment. The client feels unique since there is the feeling of exclusiveness due to the impressive responsiveness of the team and high-quality, custom-made deliverables.’

‘A very well-organised team with great collaboration between the team members, who examine a case from every angle and see it as a whole, even if expertise in different areas is required. Very fair billing for the high-end services offered.’

‘The individuals stand out because of the combination of their legal expertise and business mindset, which makes them capable of seeing the big picture and not segments of it. Kriton Metaxopoulos is exceptional in strategic thinking and leading his team – he is a top commercial litigator.’

 

WHITE-COLLAR CRIME –  Tier 2

A.& K. Metaxopoulos & Partners Law Firm’s practice is led by Kriton Metaxopoulos, who has vast experience of handling multijurisdictional cases, including those with a nexus to Italy, Lebanon, Romania and the UK. The firm attracts work from high-profile clients such as Adidas Hellas and Astir Palace Vouliagmeni. Its recent highlights included acting for a UK national in a multimillion fraud, bankruptcy and white-collar crime case. Asterios Syssilas is another key individual to note.

Kriton Metaxopoulos – RECOMMENDED LAWYER

Asterios Syssilas – RECOMMENDED LAWYER

Practice head(s):

Kriton Metaxopoulos

Other key lawyers:

Asterios Syssilas; Achilleas Christodoulou

Testimonials

‘They have substantial experience of cross-border matters, know the area extremely well and produce high quality work.’

‘Kriton Metaxopolous is a clever lawyer who fights hard for his clients, and who delivers an excellent service.’