Papapolitis & Papapolitis has contributed to the IFLR M&A Guide 2026: Greece, sharing our perspective on the Greek M&A market, its legal framework, and the key trends shaping dealmaking in Greece. The article was authored by Evi Tsilou, Partner and Head of Corporate and M&A, Chrysoula Giannopoulou, Senior Associate, and Anna Pavlaki, Senior Associate. 🟦 Key
We are pleased to share our latest commentary on the practical implications of the newly introduced FDI screening framework in Greece, with a particular focus on transactions involving assets in borderline areas. The analysis highlights the emerging challenges arising from the parallel application of Law 5202/2025 and Law 1892/1990, and their combined impact on foreign
On 18 February 2026, ESMA issued a public statement on implementation of certain changes to the Prospectus Regulation introduced by the Listing Act and, more specifically, the Listing Regulation 2024/2809. In its statement, ESMA provides long-awaited guidance to support national competent authorities (NCAs) and market participants in navigating the transitional period pending adoption by the
Evi Tsilou, Partner and Head of P&P Corporate and M&A, has been featured in Mononews discussing the intricate legal architecture behind the landmark acquisition of Europa Insurance by Evropi Holdings and the Intracom Group—a deal that redefines strategic M&A in Greece’s insurance sector. Evi highlights the power of cross-disciplinary teamwork and client-centric innovation in overcoming challenges like simultaneous negotiations for
Introduction With the enactment of Law 5202/2025 (Government Gazette A’ 84/23.05.2025), entered into force on 23 May 2025, Greece introduced a regulatory framework for the screening of Foreign Direct Investments (FDI), likely to affect security or public order, in alignment with Regulation (EU) 2019/452—five years after its adoption. The primary objective of this legislative initiative
The Challenges of Greece’s Judicial System It is widely known that the state of the Courts and the administration of justice in Greece has been severely criticized and is admittedly far from optimal. The phenomenon is not a current one, nor is it exclusively Greek. Unfortunately, however, in our country, especially in recent years, the
The Women on Boards Directive has recently been transposed into Greek legislation through the highly anticipated Law 5178/2025, effective from February 14 2025. The aim is to ensure a more balanced representation of women and men among the directors of – primarily – listed companies by establishing effective measures to accelerate progress towards gender
The EU Listing Act package forms part of the broader deliberations on the Capital Markets Union, the core aim of which is to improve access to market-based financing for EU companies at each stage of their development. The package was published in the EU Official Journal on November 14, 2024, following its approval by the
Law 5123/2024 introduces the Single Electronic Pledges Registry, aiming to simplify and modernize the procedure of pledges establishment on shares and other corporate holdings. The modernization of the pledges establishment procedure on registered shares and other corporate holdings, being a primary means of credit security, is pursued to be achieved through the new law 5123/2024.
A Rich Legal Tradition and European Advantage Lawyering in Greece presents both significant opportunities and challenges, shaped by the country’s rich legal heritage, its evolving economic landscape, and its uniquely strategic geographical position. The legal profession in Greece is deeply rooted in civil law tradition, offering lawyers a stable and structured legal framework that is
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