CORPORATE/COMMERCIAL 

Band 2 

What the Team is Known For 

Dryllerakis & Associates is an Athens-based law firm that houses an excellent corporate department. The team offers particular expertise in handling M&A transactions, including the acquisition of energy and hospitality assets, spin-offs and large privatisations. Clients also benefit from the firm’s strengths in shareholder matters, due diligence and cooperation agreements, as well as joint venture set-ups. Its activity across the technology, real estate and energy sectors further illustrates the firm’s presence in the market and makes the firm particularly attractive to international clients. 

Strengths 

“Dryllerakis & Associates demonstrates commitment to our needs, provide quick responses to our requests and deliver a high level of work. “ 

“I have a very good impression of Dryllerakis & Associates. They are excellent.” 

“They add value to the transaction by finding solutions to obstacles along the way. I am very pleased with the performance.” 

“I appreciate their in-depth knowledge of the relevant fields, business-oriented approach and quick response. I am completely satisfied.” 

“I truly rely on their experience and expertise in handling complex issues that arise under Greek corporate law.” 

Notable Practitioners 

John C. Dryllerakis – Senior Statespeople 

John Dryllerakis is highly regarded for the breadth of his expertise in corporate and commercial law mandates across Greece. 

“John is a tremendous resource, combining legal expertise with a commercial and pragmatic approach.” 

Cleomenis Yannikas – Band 2 

Cleomenis Yannikas is regularly involved in large privatisations and M&A transactions, especially in relation to the hospitality sector, with further expertise in investments and spin-offs. 

“Cleomenis is hard-working, listens carefully and engages thoughtfully.” 

“He is open-minded and strives to find solutions when an impasse is reached. He is a pleasure to work with.” 

Emmanuel J Dryllerakis 

Head of Corporate/Commercial – Band 2   

Emmanuel Dryllerakis advises on a variety of corporate and commercial transactions across Greece and other jurisdictions, including the acquisition of energy assets and the establishment of joint ventures. 

“Emmanuel is a very strong and efficient partner.”  

DISPUTE RESOLUTION 

Band 1 

What the Team is Known For 

Dryllerakis & Associates is a market-leading firm that handles both litigation and arbitration work. The law firm advises on diverse commercial proceedings, with notable experience in disputes over the termination of distribution and agency agreements, as well as contract breaches, damages and shareholder disputes. The firm’s senior partners act either as arbitrators or as counsel in domestic and international arbitration. The team further advises on complaints to the Greek competition authority and handles contentious tax mandates and white-collar crime cases flowing from allegations of fraud or embezzlement. 

Strengths 

“What distinguishes Dryllerakis & Associates is its punctuality and promptness when providing legal advice and support. Even in urgent situations, the firm’s responses are immediate.” 

“Dryllerakis & Associates possesses a very good knowledge of Greek law, legal theory and case-law. The firm also has a vast experience in arbitration.” 

“The content of their advice and support is straightforward and to-the-point. They take into consideration other parameters and risks, helping us identify them in advance and take proactive measures.” 

“Dryllerakis & Associates is able to develop clear litigation strategies and to implement them.” 

“The firm consistently delivers legal solutions that align with clients’ business objectives.” 

Notable Practitioners 

John C. Dryllerakis – Senior Statespeople 

Senior lawyer John Dryllerakis boasts outstanding experience in commercial and administrative litigation. He is also frequently appointed as arbitrator. 

Panagiotis Kakaletris – Band 3 

Panagiotis Kakaletris assists with disputes arising from the non-performance of contracts and the termination of other commercial agreements, as well as the violation of IP rights and shareholder disputes. 

“Panagiotis is efficient, sophisticated, punctual, to the point and always takes into consideration potential risks, allowing us to evaluate each case in depth.” 

“Ηe is very experienced, calm and knows exactly how to handle situations and people. He possesses great social skills, combined with a high-level knowledge.” 

“He is very efficient in the resolution of conflicts with third parties thanks to his soft skills and experience.” 

“Panagiotis offers strong responsiveness and a deep understanding of clients’ business needs.” 

Vassilis Constantinidis – Band 2 

Vassilis Constantinidis offers advice on diverse issues including those linked to commercial disputes, competition law breaches and employment litigation. 

“Vassilis has a great experience in the sector.” 

“Vassilis shows responsiveness, commercial awareness and expertise.” 

“He is a great partner with high business acumen.” 

INTERNATIONAL & CROSS-BORDER CAPABILITIES 

Band 3 

What the Team is Known For 

Dryllerakis & Associates is a strong local law firm with broad capabilities across practice areas and industry sectors, adept at partnering with international counsel and clients. The law firm’s practitioners are experienced in cross-border mandates and are particularly well versed in providing local law advice as part of international transactions, disputes and tax files. 

The law firm is highly regarded for its expertise across contentious areas, and regularly advises clients in relation to cross-border arbitration and commercial disputes, including tax and competition litigation. Clients benefit from the firm’s aptitude assisting with pan-European work and helping navigate multi-jurisdictional matters in collaboration with other law firms. 

Strengths 

“The firm has a very experienced and well-rounded team for cross-border transactions.”