DLA Piper has advised Optima Bank on the establishment of its EUR 500 million Euro Medium Term Note Program and the inaugural issuance of EUR 150 million Tier 2 Reset Notes due 2035.

As AI increasingly intersects with nearly every dimension of digital security, so too does the consciousness of creating conditions to use it in a secure cyberspace. As Space Hellas Group General Counsel Konstantinos Argyropoulos puts it, “there is an acceleration in the way AI interfaces with cybersecurity,” pointing to an emerging arms race in which malicious actors and defenders alike adopt increasingly automated tactics. Argyropoulos shared his thoughts on this during the CEE Legal Matters GC Summit 2025 in Prague.

Bernitsas has advised Georg Duncker on its acquisition of Fortius Risk Solutions and National Insurance Brokers.

In June 2025, Bernitsas announced that China State Grid's EUR 62 million acquisition of a 20% stake in Ariadne Interconnection (as reported by CEE Legal Matters on November 28, 2024) has now closed.

Kyriakides Georgopoulos has advised Piraeus Bank as the listing advisor on the EUR 68.3 million share capital increase of Europe Holdings.

Zepos & Yannopoulos has advised Procureship on an investment from True Wind Capital.

Kyriakides Georgopoulos has advised Sitecore on the sale of its Moosend business, including both company shares and related assets, to Constant Contact. Bernitsas advised Constant Contact.

Zepos & Yannopoulos, working with LLA Logos Legal Advisor, has advised Tao Digital Solutions on its acquisition of Software Competitiveness International.

Lambadarios has advised Halcyon Equity Partners on its investment in AlfaOmega Pharma Logistics. Solo practitioner Kalliopi Sereli reportedly advised AlfaOmega Pharma Logistics.

Lambadarios has advised Halcyon Equity Partners AIFM on its investment in Evoiki Zimi. Sioufas and Associates advised Evoiki Zimi.

Lambadarios has advised the International Schools Partnership on its acquisition of Ellinogermaniki Agogi. 

Kyriakides Georgopoulos has advised Sirec Energy on its joint participation in Larissa Thermoelectric alongside Clavenia, DEPA Commercial, and Volton.

Lambadarios has advised the four systemic Greek banks Alpha Bank, Eurobank, Piraeus Bank, and the National Bank of Greece on the EUR 1.3 billion financing of the new Northern Road Axis of Crete. Marinos Petroulias advised the developer, GEK Terna.

After a decade of economic challenges, Greece’s real estate market is thriving, fueled by a tourism boom and strong foreign investment. With property prices still below pre-crisis levels and a growing focus on sustainability, PPT Legal Partner Alexandra Mitsokali and Moussas & Partners Senior Partner Loukia Papachatzi explore the sector’s revival.

Since its initial launch in 2013, Greece’s Golden Visa program has proven to be one of Europe’s most enduring residency-by-investment initiatives. Over the years, it has continuously adapted to shifting economic conditions, investment landscapes, and EU-level scrutiny. Drakopoulos Senior Associate and Head of Immigration Angie Alevizou takes a closer look at its evolution, outcomes, potential future changes, legal challenges, and competitiveness going forward.

With nearly three decades of experience in the legal and technology sectors, Space Hellas General Counsel Konstantinos Argyropoulos reflects on his journey as an international lawyer, from studying law in Athens, Paris II, and Harvard to leading the legal team of a multinational tech company.

An in-depth look at John Kyriakides of Kyriakides Georgopoulos covering his career path, education, and top projects as a lawyer as well as a few insights about him as a manager at work and as a person outside the office.

Governments increasingly involve the private sector in infrastructure projects through concession agreements or public-private partnerships (PPPs). While both models attract private investment, they differ significantly in financial structures, risk allocation, and regulatory framework. Choosing the appropriate model depends on project objectives, revenue generation potential, and public sector involvement in funding and oversight.