Experience

• Acted as the legal advisor of a U.S. multinational company for entering into a Joint Venture with one of the leading constructing companies in Greece, which has been awarded the multibillion tender issued by the Greek State for the Concession of a wide-range activities Casino Operating License and the development of an Integrated Resort and Casino in the area of the old airport of Athens.
• Provision of legal advice regarding the participation in various tenders for the acquisition of hotels in touristic areas of Greece.
• Provision of legal advice to a client regarding the tender for the privatization of the former U.S. Military base of Gournes in the island of Crete.
• Provision of legal advice to a U.K. bank with regards to eventual risks for being qualified as having a permanent establishment in Greece as a result of pursuing merchant acquiring services and relevant activities in Greece.
• Provision of legal advice to a project management company with regards to the acquisition of a major plot of land for the development of residential properties in Southern Athens-Attica.
• Provision of legal advice and assistance, in relation to the sale of 100% of the shares of a Greek societe anonyme owning a significant touristic development property in Corfu, including drafting contractual documents and assisting in the negotiations.
• Provision of legal advice and assistance in relation to the sale of a Greek company being one of the leading companies in the food market in Greece.
• Provision of legal advice, including conducting legal due diligence, and drafting contractrual documents throughout the process of acquisition of a societe anonyme owning a hotel in Crete.
• Legal advice to a U.S. construction company based in Greece with regards to a major development project in the area of Halkidiki, Northern Greece, involving the construction of a luxury resort.
• Provision of legal advice and services to an Italian construction group, having undertaken the construction of the major part of the Transadriatic Gas Pipeline (TAP).
• Provision of legal advice to an international group of companies regarding their reorganization and relevant tax implications, including advice on tax deferral schemes.
• Provision of legal advice to a major multinational group of companies in the alcohol sector regarding intragroup and/or third parties transactions as well as payment schemes in light of the capital controls regime established in Greece, including advice on transfer pricing and tax implications.
• Provision of legal advice and services to a U.S. construction consulting firm with strong presence in Greece in relation to its participation in tenders related to the exploitation of publicly owned real estate.
• Provision of legal advice to a U.K. holding company planning to invest in the island of Kefallonia for the purpose of building and operating a luxury resort near Myrtos beach.
• Provision of legal advice and services to a global leader in the hospitality and vacation ownership industries, on all their structural, contractual development and operational legal issues in Greece.
• Provision of legal services and advice to a U.S. private equity fund for the purchase of hotels and resorts in the Greek islands of Mykonos and Santorini.
• Provision of legal services and advice to a leading Greek chain of Hotels in relation to a Management Agreement with an international hotel management company.
• Acted as the legal advisor of a European group of companies for the sale of all of its issued and outstanding shares to a US company which is a global leader in the hospitality and vacation ownership industry.
• Provision of legal services and advice to a Spanish listed company in relation to existing disputes deriving from a Contract for the Project Management, Engineering, Procurement and Construction Management of a Refinery Upgrading Project.
• Provision of legal advice and services to the contractor of the project (joint venture of five companies: four Italian and one Greek) for the design, construction and commissioning of the Thessaloniki metro. These services included: negotiations with the Greek legal counsels of the state, drafting of new legislation on mediation procedures, drafting of a complaint before the EU authorities, etc. The project comprises of an underground line of two tracks of 9.6 kilometers in length, thirteen stations, the depot, etc. It also includes the procurement of 18 trains and the commissioning of all systems, including training of the operational personnel.
• Provision of legal advice to a N.Y.S.E. company in relation to a consultancy contract awarded to this company for the privatization and development of the land of the old Athens Airport issued by the Greek State.
• Preparation of a Legal Due Diligence Report for the potential purchaser of the company which owns and operates one of the most well-known Hotels in Athens.
• Provision of legal advice and preparation of due diligence legal reports for the purchase or long lease of certain hotels and resorts located in the islands of Rhodes and Crete, Greece, by a European group of companies.
• Provision of legal services and legal opinions to an Italian food company in relation to permanent establishment and transfer pricing issues and implementation of the relevant Double Taxation Treaty.
• Provision of legal services and legal opinions to a major US subsidiary in Greece in relation to the non-imposition of withholding taxes on royalties based on the relevant Double Taxation Treaties.
• Objection procedure before the Greek Administrative Courts for the Decision of the Tax Authority for not exempting Greek companies from imposition of special tax on their real estate in case the ultimate shareholder of the companies is a trust.
   

Recommendations

Avramopoulos & Partners is noted for its advice on commercial matters, with the practice advising on the full range of commercial activities, including joint ventures, cooperations, licensing, and outsourcing, as well as on corporate governance and compliance matters. The team, which is notably active in the shipping and cruise sectors, also advises media and hospitality clients. Senior partner Vassilis Avramopoulos leads the practice and spearheads the team’s emergent focus on multi-jurisdictional transactions, having recently advised Hard Rock International on joint venture activities in Greece. Barbara Angelopoulou, who assists with commercial ventures and investment matters, is also recommended, while Vicky E Kolintza is a key contact for clients in the shipping industry. (European Legal 500, 2023 ed.).

Avramopoulos & Partners specialises in advising developers on large-scale projects and counts Karma Group and Hard Rock International as key clients. The tax aspects of real estate transactions are a key area of expertise. Founding partner Vassilis Avramopoulos co-heads the practice with leisure sector expert, Yanna Antonopoulou, and shipping lawyer and maritime development specialist, Vicky Kolintza. (European Legal 500, 2023 ed.).

Testimonials:
‘Vassilis Avramopoulos is distinguished for his high professionalism and exceptional skills to understand what the client wants and provide the most efficient way to achieve the goals set.’

Avramopoulos & Partners is able to provide domestic and international clients with a combination of real estate and tax advice in the context of strategically-significant investment transactions. Its team is also knowledgeable about development projects and finance transactions, sale and leaseback transactions, office/industrial leasing and foreclosures. Key workstreams include matters concerning hotel developments, shopping centres, offices and residential apartment complexes. Vassilis D Avramopoulos co-heads the practice with Yanna N Antonopoulou. (European Legal 500, 2022 ed.).

The practice at Avramopoulos & Partners is active in advising on incorporations, corporate governance matters and large-scale transactions. The team also has expertise in the negotiation of commercial contracts, encompassing joint venture agreements, partnerships, advertising and sponsorships, outsourcing, and the licensing of commercial rights. Senior partner Vassilis Avramopoulos heads the practice, providing complementary expertise in tax matters. Barbara Angelopoulou and Athanassios Avgeros are also key contacts. (European Legal 500, 2022 ed.).

Avramopoulos & Partners is home to ‘indisputable knowledge of complex real estate transactions’. Its varied real estate workload spans sales and acquisitions involving office, residential, apartment complex and retail assets, industrial and office property leasing and complex developments, in addition to finance, joint venture and restructuring matters. On the construction front, areas of prowess include management, project development, and architect and supply agreements, along with bidding document preparation. Practice heads Vassilis Avramopoulos and Yanna Antonopoulou are both highly experienced when it comes to hotel, leisure and resort-related projects. (European Legal 500, 2021 ed.).

Avramopoulos & Partners delivers ‘timely, accurate and efficient advice' on a wide spectrum of corporate matters, including large-scale transactions, M&A, due diligence and optimal governance structures. The team also has an emphasis on commercial agreements, advising on joint venture, purchase and supply, and co-operation and partnership agreements. The practice is headed by Vassilis Avramopoulos and includes the ‘commercial and sensible’ Barbara Angelopoulou. (European Legal 500, 2021 ed.).

The practice at Avramopoulos & Partners specializes in advising on the tax aspects of acquisitions, including matters involving a foreign jurisdiction. Led by Vassilis Avramopoulos, the team is also knowledgeable of tax planning and transfer pricing work, capital market transactions, financings and capital market mandates. Real estate-related tax is a further strength, and the group also demonstrates a proven track record in acting for telecoms and e-commerce companies. (European Legal 500, 2020 ed.).

Avramopoulos & Partners’ team is led by Vassilis Avramopoulos and provides a broad offering in the real estate space. The group handles transactions across commercial, retail, hospitality and residential asset classes in addition to office and industrial leasings, leasebacks, mortgage and equity portfolios, restructurings and rights of use issues. The team is also active on the construction and renovation fronts, and is well-versed in assisting with management, project development, architect, supply and consulting agreements as well as construction contracts and bidding documents. (European Legal 500, 2020 ed.).

Avramopoulos & Partners  is entrusted for the full spectrum of commercial contractual agreements, advising on matters such as joint ventures, co-operations and partnerships, outsourcing, advertising, branding, media and sponsorship, licensing and distribution matters. Vassilis Avramopoulos heads the practice which also assists on large-scale transactions, incorporations and corporate governance frameworks in addition to corporate housekeeping and equity restructuring affairs. (European Legal 500, 2020 ed.).

Avramopoulos & Partners has strong experience advising international clients across multiple tax issues, including transfer pricing, VAT and permanent establishment. Practice head Vassilis D Avramopoulos is a 'very skilled professional with excellent technique'. (European Legal 500, 2019 ed.).

Avramopoulos & Partners has a well-regarded and versatile practice, which represents developers, investors, and construction companies on the full range of matters. The firm is especially busy in the hotels sector, and recently advised a resort on its implementation of a timeshare scheme. Vassilis D Avramopoulos is recommended. (European Legal 500, 2019 ed.).

At Avramopoulos & Partners, managing partner Vassilis Avramopoulos is noted for his ‘extensive experience in complex, high-profile projects’. Clients include Diamond Resorts International, Federal Express and AT&T. (European Legal 500, 2018 ed.).

Avramopoulos & Partners is commended for its ‘response times and availability’. The firm recently represented a multinational energy company on an investigation by the customs authorities. Vassilis Avramopoulos leads the team, which includes Barbara Angelopoulou. (European Legal 500, 2018 ed.).

Avramopoulos & Partners provides a ‘top-notch service’. The firm is singled out for its ‘vast knowledge of the tourist real estate sector’. Practice head Vassilis Avramopoulos is praised for his ‘strategic thinking and innovative approach’. The firm has good experience advising foreigners acquiring properties in Greece to qualify for a Golden Visa. (European Legal 500, 2018 ed.).

Avramopoulos & Partners delivers ‘good response times’ and is engaged by clients such as Bonatti and Diamond Resorts International. Vassilis Avramopoulos is praised for his ‘strategic thinking, tactical excellence and innovative approach’. (European Legal 500, 2017 ed.).

Avramopoulos & Partners delivers tax advice in relation to acquisitions, financing and capital markets transactions, leasing, and transfer pricing. It also advises on tax planning, audits and disputes. Vassilis Avramopoulos is the key contact. (European Legal 500, 2017 ed.).

The ‘pragmatic’ department at Avramopoulos & Partners ‘delivers fantastic results’. It acts for Island Skiathos Properties in a range of structural and operational matters in Greece. Bavilla Trading and Diamond Resorts International are also clients. Vassilis Avramopoulos is ‘tactically excellent’ and has ‘up-to-date knowledge’ of the sector. (European Legal 500, 2017 ed.).

Avramopoulos & Partners acts for Bonatti in the construction of part of the Trans Adriatic Gas Pipeline. Vassilis Avramopoulos is the key contact. (European Legal 500, 2017 ed.).

The “quality” team at Avramopoulos & Partners Law Firm combines “legal knowledge with business acumen”. Clients include Diamond Resorts International, EDE Group and Worldwide Wheel. Team head Vassilis Avramopoulos is recommended. (European Legal 500, 2016 ed.)

Avramopoulos & Partners’ “punctual and responsive” tax department advises multinational and local companies. Team head Vassilis Avramopoulos is recommended. (European Legal 500, 2016 ed.).

Key clients of Avramopoulos & Partners include Diamond Resorts International and RCI (Resort Condominiums International). Among its team of “efficient legal experts”, Vassilis Avramopoulos is “a strategic thinker” noted for his “tactical excellence and an innovative approach”, and Yanna Antonopoulou is “experienced”. (European Legal 500, 2016 ed.).

Avramopoulos & Partners has notable projects expertise, and recently advised Hill International on tenders relating to the exploitation of publicly owned real estate. “The knowledgeable and experienced” Vassilis Avramopoulos heads the department. (European Legal 500, 2016 ed.).

Avramopoulos & Partners Law Firm’s lawyers “give you the confidence they have wide experience and know their areas”. Vassilis Avramopoulos is “professional, efficient and punctual”. Recent clients include Oakes Capital, Harlequin Enterprises and OTI Holdings. (European Legal 500, 2015 ed.).

Avramopoulos & Partners Law Firm gives “very practical and commercial advice, which can be difficult to find from some lawyers working in a civil law jurisdiction”. Clients include NCR Hellas, AT&T, Hill International and AC Nielsen. Senior partner Vassilis Avramopoulos is highly recommended for “his understanding of the use of trusts.” (European Legal 500, 2015 ed.).

Avramopoulos & Partners Law Firm regularly advises engineering and construction clients on major tenders. It is currently advising the project consortium on the development of the Thessaloniki Metro. Vassilis Avramopoulos heads the team. (European Legal 500, 2015 ed.).

Vassilis Avramopoulos’ team at Avramopoulos & Partners Law Firm provides “an excellent legal service”. Highlights included advising Oakes Capital on the purchase of hotels and resorts in the Greek islands of Mykonos and Santorini. Yanna Antonopoulou is “a trusted and valued business partner” for real estate and tourism matters. (European Legal 500, 2015 ed.).

Vassilis Avramopoulos heads Avramopoulos & Partners Law Firm’s tax team, which advises international and domestic clients. It recently advised Italian food company on permanent establishment, transfer pricing issues and the Double Taxation Treaty. Other clients include NCR (Hellas), ACNielsen and AT&T. (Tax Directors Handbook, 2014 ed.)

Avramopoulos & Partners Law Firm’s practice combines transactional with day to-day commercial advice. It advised Aegean Blue Holdings on the sale of its shares to Diamond Resorts International, and other clients include Mitsubishi Electric and AT&T. Vassilis Avramopoulos heads the team. (European Legal 500, 2013 ed.)

Avramopoulos & Partners Law Firm successfully represented Hill International in a successful tender to privatize and develop land at the old Athens Airport. Vassilis Avramopoulos heads the team, which also advises several German clients on energy- related projects. (European Legal 500, 2013 ed.)

Avramopoulos & Partners Law Firm has an excellent reputation for property acquisitions and developments. It recently advised Hill International on acquiring the land of the old Athens Airport from the state, and assisted Aegean Blue with the acquisition of hotels and resorts in Rhodes and Crete. Vassilis Avramopoulos heads the practice (European Legal 500, 2013 ed.).

Vassilis Avramopoulos heads Avramopoulos & Partners Law Firm’s tax team, which advises international and domestic clients. It recently advised Italian food company Barilla on permanent establishment, transfer pricing issues and the Double Taxation Treaty. Other clients include NCR (Hellas), ACNielsen and AT&T. (European Legal 500, 2013 ed.)

Senior partner Vassilis Avramopoulos heads the tax team at Avramopoulos & Partners Law Firm, which recently advised AT&T on a proposed recapitalization plan. Other clients include Aegean Blue Group and Hill International. (Tax Directors Handbook, 2013 ed.)

Senior partner Vassilis Avramopoulos heads the tax team at Avramopoulos & Partners Law Firm, which recently advised AT&T on a proposed recapitalization plan. Other clients include Aegean Blue Group and Hill International. (European Legal 500, 2012 ed.)

Avramopoulos & Partners Law Firm’s versatile real estate practice is especially experienced in the hotels sector, where it recently advised a South Korean fund on the acquisition of a chain of Greek resorts. On the construction side, it is advising Omete, a leading design engineering company, on several major infrastructure projects, including the Thessaloniki Metro. Vassilis Avramopoulos heads the team. (European Legal 500, 2012 ed.)

Avramopoulos & Partners Law Firm’s senior partner Vassilis Avramopoulos is a member of McDermott Will & Emery UK LLP’s international tax panel. It recently advised AT&T’s Greek subsidiary on a recapitalization plan and also represents clients such as Diageo Hellas and Tie Rack. (Tax Directors Handbook, 2012 ed.)

Avramopoulos & Partners Law Firm has cultivated an international scope to its practice. It advised Aegean Blue on its merger with six Scottish companies. Clients praise Vassilis Avramopoulos. (European Legal 500, 2011 ed.)

Avramopoulos & Partners Law Firm’s senior partner Vassilis Avramopoulos is a member of McDermott Will & Emery UK LLP’s international tax panel. It recently advised AT&T’s Greek subsidiary on a recapitalization plan and also represents clients such as Diageo Hellas and Tie Rack. (European Legal 500, 2011 ed.)

Clients praise Avramopoulos & Partners Law Firm’s “professionalism, timeliness and quality,” with Vassilis Avramopoulos and Yianna Antonopoulou recommended for their “significant technical tax knowledge.” The group has been providing advise on tax structuring and VAT issues to clients such as Affichage Holdings and Club Greece Resorts. (Tax Directors Handbook, 2011 ed.)

Avramopoulos & Partners Law Firm’s high-quality advice ‘assists clients in taking informed decisions.’ The firm’s strong focus on the hotel and leisure sector has led to it acting for RCI Greece and North Course on a number of developments. Name partner Vassilis Avramopoulos is advising on a major residential, shopping and marina project in Rhodes. (European Legal 500, 2010 ed.)

Avramopoulos & Partners Law Firm has handled several renewable energy project acquisitions, with Alkis Economou heading up a team that advised on ABB’s sale of Wind Park of Rhodes to Iweco Megali Vrysi. In addition, name partner Vassilis Avramopoulos acted for REC Solar of Norway on a solar energy plant in Greece. (European Legal 500, 2010 ed.)

The strongest aspect of Avramopoulos & Partners Law Firm’s employment law practice is its contentious capability. The team, headed by Michael Poulakos, advises Lainopoulos Group, PPD Global, and key client Attica Bank on employment disputes. Name partner Vassilis Avramopoulos advised Affichage Holdings on an employment dispute with a top member of management. (European Legal 500, 2010 ed.)

Clients praise Avramopoulos & Partners Law Firm’s ‘professionalism, timeliness and quality’, with Vassilis Avramopoulos and Yianna Antonopoulou recommended for their ‘significant technical tax knowledge.’ The group has been providing advice on tax structuring and VAT issues to clients such as Affichage Holdings and Club Greece Resorts. (European Legal 500, 2010 ed.)

Avramopoulos & Partners Law Firm’s strong relationships with its TMT clients is testimony to its timely, clear and effective advice. Themistoklis Giannokopoulos advised longstanding client Forthnet on the acquisition of satellite platform Nova, while Vassilis Avramopoulos provides ongoing advice to AT&T GNS Hellas and Sabre Hellas. (European Legal 500, 2010 ed.)

Avramopoulos & Partners Law Firm has focused on attracting international clients and is moving towards a full-service corporate offering. The group is traditionally strong in the TMT and advertising sectors, and advised Forthnet on its €500m acquisition of Greek satellite platform Nova. Name partner Vassilis Avramopoulos is excellent. (European Legal 500, 2010 ed.)

Avramopoulos & Partners Law Firm is led by managing partner Vassilis Avramopoulos. The firm represented Greek hotel management group, Grecotel in its purchase of the parent company of the Sheraton Hotel, in Sophia.
Recommended for entertainment law, the firm advised Universal Studios on contractual and location issues in the filming of the Bourne Identity in Mykonos. (European Legal 500, 2003 ed.)

Under the leadership of name partner Vassilis Avramopoulos, Avramopoulos & Partners Law Firm’s corporate team undertakes a range of corporate housekeeping activities for clients. The team handles contracts for Aramark-Dasko SA, which was awarded the catering services and accommodation facilities contract for the 2004 Olympic Games. (European Legal 500, 2004 ed.)