Counting multinationals and domestic corporations from across the energy, automotive, and construction industries amongst its clientele, the ‘top-notch criminal lawyers’ at Anagnostopoulos have vast expertise in fraud and money laundering claims. The practice has extensive cross-border capabilities, notably handling a market manipulation case involving the Serious Fraud Office and complex extradition proceedings. ‘Excellent’ team head Ilias Anagnostopoulos is highly knowledgeable in bribery and corruption matters, Alexandros Tsagkalidis demonstrates in-depth expertise when dealing with AML issues, while Gerasimoula (Jerina) Zapanti stands out for her business crime coverage. With the whole team based in Athens, Ioannis Tsakalis focuses on tax offences, and Alexandros Mezari is also cited as key.

Showcasing substantial experience before the Appellate Administrative Court, Dryllerakis Law Firm is heavily praised for its dealings with felony charges pertaining to violations of IP rights, alongside advising on money laundering and criminal fraud cases. The firm has extensive expertise in multi-jurisdictional claims, primarily relating to tax evasion, embezzlement, and bribery, with Athens-based lead John Dryllerakis predominantly concentrating on finance litigation and arbitration. Gerassimos Apergis has routinely defended major insider dealing and market abuse proceedings, Vassilis Constantinidis is knowledgeable in corporate law disputes, whilst Manolis Zografakis and Panagiotis Kakaletris are also noted for managing white-collar criminal defence cases and anti-corruption issues.

Deploying a ‘skilled and driven’ team, GIANNIDISKOURELEAS Law Firm is consistently instructed by domestic and international companies within the mining, e-commerce, and beverage sectors, to handle corporate criminal liability and fraud cases. The practice has experience before the Greek Supreme Court and the First Instance Court of Amfissa, mainly covering smuggling and negligent injury proceedings, with the practice head Ioannis Giannidis being an expert in embezzlement and money laundering matters. Panagiotis Koureleas is knowledgeable in breaches of trust and data protection issues, while Natasha Kaisari defends executives facing corruption charges. Both Ioanna Korbi and Dimitra Dai are also highlighted for their financial fraud and tax offence expertise.

Predominantly focusing on multi-jurisdictional fraud accusations, espionage, and forgery claims, POTAMITISVEKRIS utilises a ‘holistic approach’ when representing banking executives, NGOs, and boards of directors. The firm demonstrates in-depth expertise in fraud and insider trading cases, in addition to showcasing experience in dealing with the ECHR. Situated in Athens, ‘superb’ lead Konstantinos Papadiamantis mainly specialises in tax evasion and AML matters, while the ‘great’ Natalia Chrisagi stands out for her breach of trust and market manipulation offering. Evgenia Kordou concentrates on white-collar crime proceedings, and the practice shows considerable activity in the banking, luxury goods, and railway sectors.

Spearheaded by the trio of John Kyriakides, Panos Alexandris, and Niki Orfanidou, Kyriakides Georgopoulos Law Firm represents clients before the investigative authorities and courts of all levels, primarily in cases surrounding money laundering and tax evasion matters. The firm is strong in handling cross-border smuggling claims, with Kyriakides being an expert on financial crime and white-collar crime issues, while Alexandris concentrates on complex litigation cases. Promoted to partner in April 2024, Orfanidou focuses on money laundering proceedings, John Broupis is knowledgeable on extradition cases, and Alexia Giagini is also highlighted as key.

With a strong track record in handling defamation and cyber ‘man in the middle’ fraud claims before courts of all levels, A. & K. Metaxopoulos & Partners Law Firm regularly advises Greek and global corporations. The ‘very professional and proactive’ practice is well versed in managing embezzlement and negligence cases, while Athens-based practice head Kriton Metaxopoulos supports clients in multi-jurisdictional white-collar crime proceedings. Asterios Syssilas is a dispute resolution and unfair competition law specialist, and Achilleas Christodoulou is listed as a key team player.

Frequently acting on behalf of credit institutions and multinationals in investigations and criminal proceedings concerning corruption, bribery, and negligence matters, Bernitsas Law is hailed as being ‘very professional’ and ‘high quality’. The firm has notable experience in handling Deferred Prosecution Agreements and AML compliance measures, with co-heads Panayotis Bernitsas and Christos Paraskevopoulos each specialising in all types of competition and antitrust law issues, alongside corporate misconduct and defamation claims. Evangelos Mamalakis has expertise in directors’ liability matters, whilst Fotini Karra is also highlighted as key.

With the ‘exceptional strategic player’ Petros Machas at the helm, Machas & Partners Law Firm has significant expertise in handling breach of trust claims and complex embezzlement proceedings. The team is routinely involved in filing applications before the Supreme Court, as Machas is a specialist in all aspects of cross-border litigation and finance matters, while the ‘extremely diligent’ Dimitrios Zanganas predominantly focuses on money laundering and forgery issues.

Providing ‘excellent work’ in cross-border claims based around embezzlement, tax evasion, and passive bribery, OVVADIAS S NAMIAS LAW FIRM mainly represents major pharma companies and international banks. Located in Athens, Ovvadias Namias leads the outfit, being a specialist in fraud and market abuse issues. Vassilios Petropoulos is highly knowledgeable on tax crime and corruption law proceedings, whilst Ilias Spyropoulos focuses on bribery cases predominantly.