Tsibanoulis & Partners Law Firm, Athens Office, Europe

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Provided by Tsibanoulis & Partners Law Firm

Managing Partner: Dr. Dimitris Tsibanoulis

Number of Partners: 6

Number of Lawyers: 25

Firm Overview:

Established in 1996, Tsibanoulis & Partners (T&P) has emerged as a prominent full-service business law firm in Greece, delivering outstanding legal services to clients across diverse industries. Renowned for its commitment to excellence and a steadfast focus on expertise, skills, and commercial acumen, the firm has evolved into a trusted advisor for multinational corporations, financial institutions, and governmental entities alike. With a seasoned team of lawyers possessing extensive expertise and a profound grasp of the Greek legal landscape, T&P offers innovative solutions tailored to the specific needs of its clients. The firm prides itself on its unwavering dedication to client satisfaction and its relentless pursuit of legal excellence.

Main Areas of Expertise

Banking and Finance

·Number of Partners: 4

·Number of Lawyers: 11

The Banking & Finance practice offers a comprehensive suite of services tailored to meet the diverse needs of clients in the financial sector. With expertise in regulatory compliance, risk management, and complex financial transactions such as securitizations, non-performing loans, payment services, and the issuance of corporate bonds, the firm provides strategic guidance to navigate regulatory complexities effectively. Additionally, it specializes in structuring transactions to optimize outcomes for clients, whether securing financing, managing risk, or executing mergers and acquisitions. The team's cross-border experience enables it to assist clients globally, ensuring seamless transactions and compliance with international regulations. The portfolio includes major international and national banks, corporations, investment firms, and regulatory bodies, reflecting the firm's commitment to delivering exceptional results and value to clients.

Key Contacts:

Dr. Dimitris Tsibanoulis, [email protected]

Mr. Konstantinos Antonakis, [email protected]

Capital Markets

·Number of Partners: 4

·Number of Legal Professional: 5

The Capital Markets practice offers comprehensive legal support to clients involved in equity transactions, capital market offerings, and various other aspects of capital markets regulation. Specialising in equity capital markets, the team navigates the complexities of equity offerings, including initial public offerings (IPOs), follow-on offerings, and other equity-related transactions. While the focus is primarily on equity, limited support is also provided for debt transactions. The practice provides strategic guidance throughout the process, from structuring and executing transactions to ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, including investment services legislation (such as MiFID II), anti-money laundering procedures, and corporate governance. The client portfolio spans issuers, institutional investors, Greek investment firms, and regulatory bodies, reflecting the firm's commitment to delivering exceptional results and value across the spectrum of capital markets.

Key Contacts:

Dr. Dimitris Tsibanoulis, [email protected]

Mr. Emmanouil (Manos) Komis, [email protected]

Corporate and M&A

·Number of Partners: 3

·Number of Legal Professionals: 4

The Corporate and M&A practice provides comprehensive legal support for corporate transactions, mergers and acquisitions, and corporate governance matters. With expertise in venture capital and corporate law, the team assists clients in navigating mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and other strategic transactions. Offering strategic guidance from due diligence to deal negotiation, the practice ensures compliance with regulatory requirements. Additionally, it specializes in advising on restructurings, public-to-private transactions, and venture capital issues. The diverse client portfolio includes multinationals, domestic companies, private equity firms, and regulatory bodies, reflecting the firm's commitment to delivering exceptional results in corporate transactions, M&A, and governance.

Key Contacts:

Dr. Dimitris Tsibanoulis, [email protected]

Ms. Anna Apostolaki, [email protected]

Regulatory and Compliance

·Number of Partners: 3

·Number of Legal Professionals: 4

The Regulatory & Compliance practice provides thorough legal guidance across diverse industries, ensuring strict adherence to regulatory requirements and effective mitigation of compliance risks. Leveraging profound expertise in interpreting intricate regulatory frameworks, the team offers strategic advice, develops customized compliance programs, and anticipates regulatory changes proactively. The client roster spans a wide spectrum, encompassing Greek and international banks, investment firms, ASA-listed corporates, funds, boards, audit committees of major listed companies, investment service providers, financial institutions, and private enterprises.

Key Contacts:

Dr. Dimitris Tsibanoulis, [email protected]

Mr. Emmanouil (Manos) Komis, [email protected]

Intellectual Property

·Number of Partners: 1

·Number of Legal Professionals: 2

The Intelelctual Property practice specializes in advising and litigating on all aspects of Intellectual Property Law, with a focus on economically vibrant industries such as food and beverage, fashion, luxury, apparel, and more. With expertise in EU and national law, they handle strategic arrangements, management, and enforcement of IP rights, regularly appearing before regulatory bodies like the Greek Trademark and Patent Office and the EUIPO. Their services cover trademark, design, and domain name protection, as well as patents, copyright, trade secrets, and unfair competition. Additionally, they advise on commercial transactions involving IP-related issues, including advertising, distribution, franchising, and sponsorship. With a primary focus on brand protection and reputation management, their integrated approach ensures superior results in IP litigation, setting precedents in landmark cases.

Key Contact:

Dr. Marina Perraki, [email protected]

Real Estate and Construction

·Number of Partners: 1

·Number of Legal Professionals: 2

The Real Estate and Construction practice at Tsibanoulis & Partners covers a wide range of sectors, including acquisitions, finance, development, leasing, and partnerships, serving clients both domestically and internationally across Europe, North America, and the Middle East. They integrate their real estate expertise with leading corporate practices, offering comprehensive advice to international investors. Their clientele includes real estate developers, high-net-worth individuals, NGOs, banks, and private investors, with a focus on complex transactional matters. They manage the complete life cycle of real estate assets, emphasizing risk mitigation and legal due diligence to align with client business goals. Their trial lawyers excel in resolving property and leasing disputes, achieving outstanding results in both litigation and settlement negotiations.

Key Contact:

Mr. Aristeidis (Aris) Goulandris, [email protected]

Practice Areas

Banking and Finance

Capital Markets

Corporate and M&A

Commercial Law

Regulatory & Compliance

Intellectual Property

Real Estate and Construction

Litigation & ADR

Competition & Antitrust