Arbitration, Litigation & Mediation

Dispute resolution has always been a major concern for stakeholders in every commercial transaction. The ever-increasing transnational nature of the disputes, has made the field all the more complex and challenging. Our capacity to understand our clients’ business models and economic drivers is one of the things that sets Koutalidis Law Firm apart and ahead of the competition, allowing us to offer pragmatic, tailor-made solutions to our clients. Either by fiercely adjudicating cases before the Greek courts, arguing before international panels and arbitral tribunals, or achieving high-value settlements through negotiation or mediation, our lawyers always strive to achieve the best possible outcome for our diverse client base.

Aiming at providing services of no less than excellent quality, we work in concise and flexible teams, always with the involvement of a partner, with the participation of all team members in the planning of strategy and in the review of the documents drafted, exchanging a variety of views to reach an in-depth understanding of each case. Our teams, possessing a strong academic background, leave no document to exit Koutalidis Law Firm either addressed to clients or to courts/tribunals, without having exhausted the available case law and theory sources. Our persistence to detail both in relation to the content, as well as to the stylistic and linguistic perspectives is our way to show our respect to the client.

Our day-to-day contact with our international clients and their local business, as applicable, has helped the Arbitration, Litigation & Mediation team to fully understand our clients’ needs from a commercial point of view and adjust the approach respectively, when negotiating and/or resolving a dispute. Having in mind the objectives of the client, the need to combine the business approach with the legal clarity, as well as the weaknesses of the Greek Civil Procedural Law, our goal has always been to provide the client with the best possible strategy to safeguard its interests timely and effectively. Our diligence is not only reflected in our success rates, but also -and maybe most importantly- in our longstanding relationships with our clients.

Since most of the relevant cases we handle present very challenging and complicated technical and financial aspects, our team has developed significant expertise and acquired extensive experience in understanding such technical and financial issues and in presenting them in a concise, persuasive and effective way before the courts and the arbitral tribunals.

We are also well accustomed in collaborating efficiently with international law firms.

Our firm is currently handling a substantial number of high value and very complicated and challenging court cases before all instances and a very significant number of arbitrations (most of them international). The average value of amount in dispute in each of those court cases and arbitrations is well over 10 million Euros.

Services

Our Arbitration, Litigation & Mediation services provide our Greek and international clients with unique experience, excellence and expertise to cover their needs.

Collaborating with international law firms

We collaborate with international law firms on complex multimillion arbitrations (under ICC, LCIA, UNCITRAL, LMAA Rules,  as well as ad hoc) and litigations that involve Greek Law.

Handling complicated arbitrations and court disputes

Our team handles complicated arbitrations and court disputes on Commercial Law, Civil Law, procurement, construction, concession contracts, energy, real estate, corporate and intellectual property matters. Over the years, our litigation department has been also hands-on with representing clients in numerous cases relevant to Commercial Law, Labour Law, IP Law and Banking Law.

  1. Handling extensive internal investigations for potential misconduct and performing the relevant pre-litigation and litigation actions.
  2. Providing pre-litigation strategy assistance (e.g. correspondence, extrajudicial notices etc.).
  3. Providing assistance to clients, in order to negotiate and reach amicable settlement of disputes.
  4. Enforcing foreign awards and decisions in Greece.
  • Arbitration under ICC Rules between our client, an airports Concessionaire, and the Greek State due to lack of proper maintenance of the airports by the Greek State between the submission of the offers and the delivery of the airports to the Concessionaire with total claims exceeding €65mio.
  • Arbitration under ICC Rules between our client, an airports Concessionaire, and the Greek State involving a multimillion claim and counterclaim in relation to the pavement of a regional airport.
  • Arbitration under ICC Rules between our client, a motorway Concessionaire, and the Greek State involving total claims exceeding €18mio and counterclaim in relation to tunnel construction issues.
  • Representing, along with international counsel, a client in arbitration under LMAA Rules between two major Greek shipping companies in connection with a sale and purchase of shares with total claims exceeding €120mio.
  • Representing, along with international counsel, a Greek State controlled client in arbitration under LCIA Rules regarding the performance of a share purchase agreement with a matter value of €66mio.
  • Arbitration under ICC Rules between an energy producer and steel producer in relation to a shareholders agreement pertaining to the construction of two power generation plants with a matter value exceeding €270mio.
  • Representing a major real estate company in litigation concerning land ownership valued over €25mio.
  • Representing a major pharmaceutical company in litigation regarding the tax treatment of the losses suffered as a result of the Greek PSI Pharmabond Haircut with a matter value of more than €15mio.
  • Representing a motorway Concessionaire in litigation before ordinary courts of all instances with claimants affected by a major accident with claims exceeding €20mio.
  • Regular representation of a major Greek IT company before the administration and the courts in relation to international tenders each valued above €10mio.
  • Advice and litigation on the implementation of provisional measures on behalf of a Cypriot bank against major Greek entrepreneurs (the worldwide injunction was for €3.79bn).
  • Arbitration under ICC Rules between a major construction company and an oil refinery with total claims exceeding €150mio.
  • Over €50mio litigation and arbitration under ICC Rules between Greek energy producer and major equipment supplier.
  • Representing a motorway Concessionaire in arbitration under ICC Rules against the Greek State on a dispute concerning a major rock fall for claims exceeding €45mi.
  • Technical arbitration between Constructor and the Greek State with potential value over €100mio.
  • Representing a major real estate firm in litigation before ordinary courts of all instances concerning a land ownership dispute with an amount of €200mio involved.
  • Representing a major pharmaceutical company, as claimant, in the successful €55mio settlement of claims arising out of distribution of pharmaceutical contracts against a multinational pharmaceutical company.

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Koutalidis Law Firm Celebrates Top Ranking in Chambers and Partners Global 2024

We are delighted to share that Koutalidis Law Firm has once again been recognized as a top-ranked firm in the prestigious Chambers and Partners Global 2024 rankings. This marks yet another year where our commitment to legal excellence and our dedication to serving our clients at the highest level have→

Koutalidis Law Firm has been shortlisted for the Chambers Europe Awards 2024

We are thrilled to announce that Koutalidis Law Firm has been shortlisted for the prestigious Chambers Europe Awards 2024! This recognition is a testament to our team’s hard work, dedication, and the strong standing we have in the legal market. The ceremony is set to take place on Thursday, 25 April at→

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We are delighted to announce that Koutalidis Law Firm’s website has won the Gold Award for UX/UI Design in the B2B Website category at the 2023 UX/CX Awards. This prestigious recognition was made possible with the invaluable support and expertise of gnc | web and George Chouliaras, whose contributions were→

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We are proud to announce that two of our esteemed female partners have been recognized by IFLR1000 in their 2023 edition, one of the most prestigious legal directories in the world. Katia Protopapa, Partner and Head of our M&A practice along with Effie Papoutsi, Partner of our Banking & Finance→

Koutalidis Law Firm Shines once again in IFLR1000’s 2023 Rankings

We are elated to share that the much-anticipated IFLR1000 rankings for 2023 have been unveiled, and Koutalidis Law Firm has made its mark yet again. Our firm has been honored with a Tier 1 ranking, underscoring our unwavering commitment to providing top-notch legal services. This year’s research by IFLR1000 featured→

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Koutalidis Law Firm is Top Ranked once again on Chambers & Partners Europe 2023 rankings

Chambers & Partners Europe rankings have been announced and Koutalidis Law Firm is once again Top Ranked! This achievement demonstrates the commitment, integrity, and service excellence of our team members as we always seek to deliver impeccable legal advice. More specifically our clients mentioned, Banking & Finance: “They have a→

Koutalidis Law Firm is recognized on IFLR’s shortlist for its 2023 Europe Awards

Koutalidis Law Firm is delighted to be recognized on IFLR’s shortlist for its 2023 Europe Awards. Judged independently by IFLR’s editorial team, the awards focus exclusively on legal innovation in cross-border transactions that reached a financial close in 2022. The winning deals, law firms and in-house legal teams will be→

Koutalidis Law Firm is ranked as a Top Firm by Chambers and Partners Global in their 2023 Guide

Koutalidis Law Firm is ranked as a Top Firm by Chambers and Partners Global in their 2023 Guide to the World’s Leading Lawyers for Business. More specifically Chambers review states, “Koutalidis is highly sought after by domestic and international lenders for capital markets and financing mandates. The firm regularly advises→

Koutalidis Law Firm Celebrates Top Ranking in Chambers and Partners Global 2024

We are delighted to share that Koutalidis Law Firm has once again been recognized as a top-ranked firm in the prestigious Chambers and Partners Global 2024 rankings. This marks yet another year where our commitment to legal excellence and our dedication to serving our clients at the highest level have→

Koutalidis Law Firm has been shortlisted for the Chambers Europe Awards 2024

We are thrilled to announce that Koutalidis Law Firm has been shortlisted for the prestigious Chambers Europe Awards 2024! This recognition is a testament to our team’s hard work, dedication, and the strong standing we have in the legal market. The ceremony is set to take place on Thursday, 25 April at→

Koutalidis Law Firm’s Website Wins Gold Award for UX/UI Design

We are delighted to announce that Koutalidis Law Firm’s website has won the Gold Award for UX/UI Design in the B2B Website category at the 2023 UX/CX Awards. This prestigious recognition was made possible with the invaluable support and expertise of gnc | web and George Chouliaras, whose contributions were→

K.Protopapa & E.Papoutsi recognized as Women Leaders by IFLR1000

We are proud to announce that two of our esteemed female partners have been recognized by IFLR1000 in their 2023 edition, one of the most prestigious legal directories in the world. Katia Protopapa, Partner and Head of our M&A practice along with Effie Papoutsi, Partner of our Banking & Finance→

Koutalidis Law Firm Shines once again in IFLR1000’s 2023 Rankings

We are elated to share that the much-anticipated IFLR1000 rankings for 2023 have been unveiled, and Koutalidis Law Firm has made its mark yet again. Our firm has been honored with a Tier 1 ranking, underscoring our unwavering commitment to providing top-notch legal services. This year’s research by IFLR1000 featured→

Koutalidis Law Firm is listed in the 2nd of The Legal 500’s EMEA Green Guide.

Koutalidis Law Firm is selected and listed in the second edition of The Legal 500’s EMEA Green Guide. The guide refers to some of the key firms engaging with energy and sustainability projects in the EMEA region. As Koutalidis is currently advising on a pipeline of RES projects with a→

Koutalidis Law Firm is Top Ranked once again on Chambers & Partners Europe 2023 rankings

Chambers & Partners Europe rankings have been announced and Koutalidis Law Firm is once again Top Ranked! This achievement demonstrates the commitment, integrity, and service excellence of our team members as we always seek to deliver impeccable legal advice. More specifically our clients mentioned, Banking & Finance: “They have a→

Koutalidis Law Firm is recognized on IFLR’s shortlist for its 2023 Europe Awards

Koutalidis Law Firm is delighted to be recognized on IFLR’s shortlist for its 2023 Europe Awards. Judged independently by IFLR’s editorial team, the awards focus exclusively on legal innovation in cross-border transactions that reached a financial close in 2022. The winning deals, law firms and in-house legal teams will be→

Koutalidis Law Firm is ranked as a Top Firm by Chambers and Partners Global in their 2023 Guide

Koutalidis Law Firm is ranked as a Top Firm by Chambers and Partners Global in their 2023 Guide to the World’s Leading Lawyers for Business. More specifically Chambers review states, “Koutalidis is highly sought after by domestic and international lenders for capital markets and financing mandates. The firm regularly advises→

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