Our Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) practice provides highly specialized legal services grounded in Greek and EU corporate and competition law, transactional frameworks, and regulatory compliance. We offer strategic counsel to corporations, financial institutions, private equity firms, and investors, ensuring the seamless execution of complex domestic and cross-border M&A transactions. With in-depth expertise in Greek Law 4548/2018 on Sociétés Anonymes, Law 4601/2019 on corporate transformations, and the EU Merger Regulation (EC) No 139/2004, we deliver tailored legal solutions to meet the dynamic challenges of the M&A landscape.
Our Services Include
- Transaction Structuring and Due Diligence: Structuring M&A transactions, including share purchases, asset transfers, and joint ventures, in compliance with Greek corporate law and EU regulatory requirements. Conducting comprehensive legal due diligence covering corporate governance, regulatory compliance, intellectual property, employment, real estate, and tax obligations to identify risks and liabilities.
- Drafting and Negotiating Agreements: Drafting and negotiating transaction documents, including share purchase agreements (SPAs), asset purchase agreements (APAs), shareholders’ agreements, and joint venture agreements, ensuring compliance with Greek and EU laws. Advising on representations, warranties, indemnities, and covenants to safeguard clients’ interests and mitigate post-transaction risks.
- Corporate Transformations and Reorganizations: Assisting with mergers, demergers, spin-offs, and transformations under Greek Law 4601/2019, ensuring compliance with procedural requirements and filing obligations with the General Commercial Registry (GEMI). Advising on cross-border mergers under Directive (EU) 2017/1132 and related Greek implementing legislation.
- Competition and Antitrust Compliance: Advising on merger control filings and clearances with the Hellenic Competition Commission (HCC) and the European Commission under the EU Merger Regulation (EC) No 139/2004. Ensuring compliance with Greek Law 3959/2011 on the protection of free competition and addressing antitrust concerns in M&A transactions.
- Regulatory Approvals and Licensing: Assisting with sector-specific regulatory approvals required for M&A transactions in regulated industries, including banking, energy, telecommunications, and healthcare. Coordinating with Greek regulatory authorities such as the Bank of Greece, the Regulatory Authority for Energy (RAE), and the Hellenic Telecommunications and Post Commission (EETT).
- Private Equity and Venture Capital: Advising private equity firms and venture capital investors on structuring acquisitions, exits, and portfolio company management, including compliance with Greek investment laws. Drafting and negotiating equity participation agreements, shareholder arrangements, and financing agreements.
- Public M&A and Takeovers: Advising on public M&A transactions, including mandatory and voluntary tender offers, in compliance with Greek Law 3461/2006 on takeover bids and the EU Takeover Directive (2004/25/EC). Assisting with disclosures and filings with the Hellenic Capital Market Commission (HCMC) and compliance with market abuse regulations (MAR).
- Cross-Border Transactions: Structuring and advising on cross-border M&A transactions under the Rome I Regulation (593/2008) and coordinating with foreign counsel to address jurisdiction-specific challenges. Ensuring compliance with EU regulations on foreign direct investment (FDI) screening and currency control requirements in Greece.
- Representation Before Regulatory Authorities and Tribunals: Our team represents clients before the Hellenic Competition Commission (HCC), the Hellenic Capital Market Commission (HCMC), and other regulatory authorities. We also assist in resolving disputes arising from M&A transactions, including breach of warranty claims and post-closing adjustments, through litigation or arbitration.
Distinguished Expertise
Our Mergers & Acquisitions practice is characterized by in-depth knowledge of Greek and EU corporate and competition law, coupled with extensive experience in transactional negotiations and regulatory compliance. From structuring deals to securing regulatory approvals, we deliver results-driven legal solutions that facilitate successful transactions and protect our clients’ interests. By combining technical precision with strategic insight, we help clients navigate the complexities of M&A law with confidence and success.