White-Collar Crime
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Provided by GIANNIDISKOURELEAS Law Firm
GIANNIDISKOURELEAS Law Firm is a leading law firm in white – collar crime cases and corporate criminal liability combining consulting and criminal litigation.
The firm is one of the first choices of leading multinationals and top-tier international law firms and has a well-deserved reputation among the in-house counsels of companies which undertake major projects in Greece.
Our firm focuses on responsiveness, efficiency and proactive minimization of reputational risk for our clients.
The list of clients includes Greek and foreign financial institutions and funds, companies active in the area of construction, heavy industry, concession, airports, shipping, aviation, telecommunication, technology, informatics, energy, health, pharmaceutics, nutrition and media. Furthermore, the firm provides advice to key legal entities established by the Greek State for the management of public assets.
Our department is unique for its long year experience in handling criminal cases with political aspects and has also represented major politicians (including former Prime Ministers and former Ministers).
The Firm provides legal advice on corporate compliance issues, focusing on averting, minimizing and handling criminal liability risks and efficiently undertakes the overall handling of corporate criminal cases representing directors and executives in criminal trial hearings.
Chambers Review
GIANNIDISKOURELEAS Law Firm is a prominent white-collar and corporate liability firm based in Athens. The law firm is noted for its work in sectors such as construction, shipping, telecommunications and heavy industry. Its lawyers often assist clients with compliance matters, as well as criminal liability and fraud cases.
Work Highlights
- GIANNIDISKOURELEAS Law Firm represented Chiquita Brands in criminal proceedings concerning violations of its trade mark rights.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"GIANNIDISKOURELEAS have an in-depth understanding of the complex business and commercial issues involved in each case, handling them in a time-sensitive manner without detracting from the excellence of the work they do."
"The firm is an essential legal support in white-collar matters, with very good legal expertise, a grasp of practical issues and amazing support in criminal aspects."
"GIANNIDISKOURELEAS have an in-depth understanding of the complex business and commercial issues involved in each case, handling them in a time-sensitive manner without detracting from the excellence of the work they do."
"The firm is an essential legal support in white-collar matters, with very good legal expertise, a grasp of practical issues and amazing support in criminal aspects."
Notable Practitioners
Ioannis Giannidis is a highly regarded lawyer who specialises in the defence of criminal cases, most notably those alleging financial crime.
"Ioannis Giannidis is very experienced and knowledgeable in court litigation."
Panagiotis Koureleas is an experienced lawyer who acts in suspected tax fraud cases and often represents executives in criminal disputes. He also advises companies on their exposure to corporate criminal risks.
"Panagiotis Koureleas is an excellent professional with extensive experience in the field of white-collar crime."
"Panagiotis Koureleas is one of the most effective penal experts in the Greek legal market."
Ranked Lawyers at
GIANNIDISKOURELEAS Law Firm
Greece
Members
Provided by GIANNIDISKOURELEAS Law Firm
Dimitra Dai
Ioanna Korbi
Head of Department
Marina Konidari
Natasha Kaisari