Highlighted for its ‘outstanding cooperation’ and ‘proactive approach’, Andersen Legal - Pistiolis - Triantafyllos & Associates Law Firm has extensive contentious expertise, advising clients on claims surrounding discrimination, unlawful dismissal and trade union action. On the transactional side, the ‘practical’ team is well equipped to draft internal policies concerning remote working and anti-bullying, and to handle the employment aspects of complex M&A. Anastasios Triantafyllos and Theodore Pistiolis spearhead the practice from Athens, with the former being an expert in workplace privacy and collective agreements, and the latter primarily focusing on the energy, TMT and real estate industries. Paraskevas Zourntos is a specialist litigator, and Aglaia Menti is also noted as a key member of the practice.

The POTAMITISVEKRIS practice shows ‘amazing collaboration’ and ‘incredible knowledge’ when addressing the employment elements of cross-border corporate transactions and when handling unlawful termination claims. The practice has considerable experience before the Court of First Instance and Court of Appeal, predominantly focusing on cases based on the principle of equal treatment. Based out of Athens, Alexios Papastavrou heads the department, specialising in acting for clients before industrial tribunals on social security related disputes, while Despoina Charakopoulou is knowledgeable in collective labour agreements. Anastasia Platipodi concentrates on mass dismissals, and Nikolas Sigkridis has expertise in employment contract matters. Semina Zavitsanou is also a key contact.

Characterised as ‘true experts’ in the employment field, Ballas Pelecanos Law is highly regarded for its handling of complex separation agreements and EU whistleblowing compliance issues. The team has experience of advising clients on severances, general restructurings and employee evaluations, with Athens-based team head Grace Katsoulis being an expert in collective bargaining and individual redundancies. The outfit is especially well versed in drafting employment agreements for executives of multinational corporations, alongside managing data privacy issues.

Leveraging the cross-departmental expertise of the data privacy, tax and corporate teams, Bernitsas Law adopts a ‘professional approach’ based on ‘collaboration’ to assist clients with whistleblowing policies and employment contract issues. The practice regularly handles employment-related due diligence aspects of M&A transactions and restructuring procedures. Operating out of Athens, Maria Kloni leads the team, primarily focusing on voluntary exit schemes and redundancy issues since her promotion to counsel in March 2024. Niki Nisotaki is knowledgeable in regulatory compliance matters.

Labelled as ‘brilliant, professional and hardworking’, the team at Dryllerakis Law Firm regularly represents domestic and international clients in the retail, hotel and trading sectors in complex collective labour and data protection matters. Based in Athens, Vassilis Constantinidis heads the practice, being an expert litigator and predominantly focusing on corporate law disputes. Anna Damilakis specialises in GDPR compliance projects and copyright issues, and Emmanouela Sanida is knowledgeable in collective bargaining agreements. Both Olympiada Bassakarou and Victoria Konstantinidou are highlighted as key contacts.

With the ‘very responsive' and 'committed’ Angeliki Tsatsi at the helm, the Karatzas & Partners team handles all employment elements of high-value M&A transactions, mainly in the banking and tech sectors. The practice is well versed in amending employment agreements and enforcing post-termination obligations, with Tsatsi being an expert in whistleblowing and executive dismissal proceedings. Anna Pechlivanidi is noted for her labour law focus.

Displaying considerable expertise in cross-border corporate restructurings - covering both recruitment and dismissal processes - KBVL is praised for its ‘in-depth knowledge’ by its global and Greek clients. The practice has developed vast insight in the banking, retail and energy sectors, with ‘highly sophisticated’ Athens-based team leader Alexandros Doschoris being an expert in complex employment and social security legal issues, alongside restructuring schemes. Eleni Malapani focuses on collective bargaining agreements and compliance measures.

Covering both the advisory and contentious sides of employment law proceedings, KLC Law Firm is experienced in assisting with labour law issues and representing clients before the Greek Supreme Court. Additionally, the team is well versed in immigration law and collective bargaining procedures, routinely acting on behalf of major hotels and energy corporations. Operating out of Athens, team leader Stavros Andriopoulos is noted as an ‘excellent advisor’, primarily standing out for his commercial arbitration and HR knowledge.

Representing clients from across the pharma, tech and retail industries, Kyriakides Georgopoulos Law Firm fields a team of ‘very capable’ lawyers, specialising in handling complex employee redundancies, trade union negotiations and collective bargaining matters. On the contentious side, the department mainly focuses on unfair dismissal and unlawful termination cases, with practice head Ioanna Kyriazi being an expert in discrimination and workplace harassment claims. Kelly Papadaki is highly knowledgeable in employment contracts and restructuring projects, while Ioanna Chanoumi concentrates on HR policies and remuneration schemes.

Lambadarios Law Firm frequently acts on behalf of domestic and international clients in the hotel, travel and energy spheres, and is particularly active in advising clients on whistleblowing and anti-harassment internal policies. Katerina Malanou and Chara Daouti jointly lead the practice, both specialising in employment contract termination issues, trade union affairs and employee benefit provisions. Constantinos Lambadarios predominantly focuses on M&A transactions and the real estate sector, and Natalia Kalatzi is knowledgeable in Greek privacy laws and commercial litigation proceedings.

With a strong track record in handling the employment aspects associated with M&A transactions, Sarantitis is regularly instructed by international shipping corporations and hotel businesses. The team’s advisory offering revolves around employment contracts and Greek labour laws, with Athens-based team leader Theodora Monochartzis being a specialist in negotiating collective employment agreements and assisting with regulatory compliance measures. Meanwhile, Terina Raptis stands out for her extensive knowledge of major reorganisations and restructuring schemes in large enterprises.

Advising clients on the full range of employment matters, from day-to-day HR management and compliance to M&A and restructuring projects, Zepos & Yannopoulos is praised for being ‘very commercially oriented’. The team is well versed in handling redundancy processes and voluntary exit plans, predominantly focusing on the infrastructure, telecoms and engineering sectors. Practice lead Rania Papakonstantinou is an expert in workforce reductions and transfers of undertakings. Manolis Zacharakis focuses on the termination of employment contracts; Tasos Chrysochoou is a strong employment litigator; and Matina Andrikopoulou stands out for her knowledge on social security issues.

Regularly acting on behalf of multinational companies in the technology, financial services and automotive sectors, AP Legal has a strong track record in Greek labour law matters and regulatory compliance issues. The team has extensive knowledge in employment disputes and collective dismissals, with Athens-based co-heads Alexandra Argyropoulou and Aris Papaspyridis specialising in Greek labour legislation and the settlement of civil disputes.

Under the leadership of Athanassios Avgeros and Barbara Angelopoulou, Avramopoulos & Partners has in-depth knowledge in all aspects of group reorganisations, employment litigation and collective bargaining agreements. Operating from Athens, Avgeros is an expert in drafting and negotiating the terms of employment agreements, while Angelopoulou is well versed in data protection and regulatory issues. Eleftheria Bagouraki is also noted.

The ‘professional and collaborative’ team at Drakopoulos is noted for its handling of employment litigation, dismissals and equal pay issues. The team demonstrates significant strength in managing the employment aspects involved in M&A transactions, alongside data protection regulatory compliance issues. Based out of Athens, Georgia Konstantinidou leads the outfit, primarily assisting multinational companies and major Greek listed corporations on corporate and employment law issues.

Providing a range of services on all aspects of labour and immigration law, the ‘well-trained professionals’ at Iason Skouzos & Partners routinely advises multinational companies and high-net-worth individuals. The practice has vast experience in public procurement and M&A transactions, while Athens-based team leader Theodoros Skouzos specialises in tax litigation and contract law issues. Angeliki Stathopoulou is knowledgeable in corporate restructurings. Eleftherios Robokos is also noted.

With experience in harassment claims before the Court of First Instance, Machas & Partners Law Firm is highly regarded for its handling of unlawful termination of employment contracts. The team has considerable knowledge in drafting and negotiating service agreements, with team leader Maria Antoniadou predominantly focusing on complex civil and labour cases, alongside overseeing business restructurings.

Masouros & Partners stands out for its drafting of non-compete clauses and incentive plans, in addition to assisting with sexual harassment complaints. Its lawyers are regularly instructed to undertake contract and scheme reviews, with Athens-based team head Pavlos Masouros focusing on all employment aspects of cross-border M&A. Prokopis Latropoulos is knowledgeable in regulatory compliance matters. Thomas Georgiou is also highly regarded.

Regularly drafting internal policies and regulations relating to remuneration structures and anti-harassment measures, Platis – Anastassiadis & Associates Law Partnership acts for Greek and multinational corporations. Maria Rigaki leads the department and is a specialist in employment litigation and corporate reorganisations. Both Maria Gkatzou and Gelly Patsialou are also cited as key for their regulatory and social security law expertise.

With a strong track record of resolving disputes and structuring redundancy plans, Politis & Partners is highly knowledgeable across the whole spectrum of employment, regulatory and data protection issues. The practice is co-headed by Angeliki Saratsi, Nikos Anastopoulos and Emmanouil Savoidakis, with each specialising in corporate restructurings, M&A transactions and complex labour law cases. Vangelis Politis is an arbitration expert. Dimitrios Theodoropoulos is another key contact.