Competition/European Law
Europe Guide 2024 : Greece
Band 2
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Provided by Zepos & Yannopoulos
The firm has a unique focus on the full spectrum of antitrust & competition matters, as well as a long tradition and experience. Since the enactment of the very first Greek Competition Act back in the late seventies, the proliferation of EC (now EU) rules and guidelines, the decentralization of EU antitrust enforcement, the changes in merger control and the development of EU state aid law, we have been at the forefront of specialized services in this field.
The importance of EU and Greek competition law has long been recognized by major domestic clients and international clients doing business in Greece. Competition authorities have significantly increased their powers and investigation activities, whereas private enforcement is gaining more and more attention. In addition to EU courts, the Greek administrative Judge plays an important role in shaping the interpretation of both substantive and procedural rules. We have the requisite in-depth legal knowledge, familiarity with regulatory authorities and market expertise to assist our clients in defining their strategies and navigating through this complex landscape.
Chambers Review
Zepos & Yannopoulos has a notable competition practice representing clients in investigations and disputes relating to abuse of dominance and cartel cases, as well as assisting clients with the annulment of Hellenic Competition Commission (HCC) decisions. The team additionally assists with the competition law aspects of corporate transactions. The department also advises on state aid and general antitrust compliance matters.
Work Highlights
- Zepos & Yannopoulos assisted Copelouzos Group with the competition clearance aspects of its acquisition of Prometheus Gas.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"It is a very cooperative team."
"The team have deep knowledge of the law but also have a lot of experience with negotiations with the HCC."
"It is a very cooperative team."
"The team have deep knowledge of the law but also have a lot of experience with negotiations with the HCC."
Notable Practitioners
Department head Stamatis Drakakakis is widely acknowledged as a leading figure in the sector. His standout practice covers the full gamut of Greek and European competition law, from state aid and merger clearance mandates to abuse of dominance cases and cartel investigations.
"Stamatis Drakakakis is very business-minded and provides business-friendly solutions."
"He is quick in turnaround time and handled difficult cases for the company successfully."
"He is a competent lawyer with a strong track record."
"He has very good knowledge."
Violeta Panagiotopoulou joined Zepos & Yannopoulos in October 2023. She is known for her broad competition law practice, assisting with competition compliance and merger clearance matters, as well as representing clients in abuse of dominance and cartel investigations.
"She is meticulous, knows competition law and works hard."
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