Data Protection

The protection of personal data is a matter which has already been vastly considered as crucial for the past 3 decades. However, following the most recent IT revolution and the proliferation of extensive data processing practices, the need for further – and stricter – regulation was born. The General Data Protection Regulation has now made the proper processing of personal data a central workflow for every business unit or business transaction.

Koutalidis Law Firm’s team of expert lawyers has been dealing  with Data Protection issues for the past 20 years and have amassed an extensive knowledge on multiple sectors. Our clients include credit institutions that require GDPR assistance in complex transactions, such as the transferring of NPLs from banks, buyers or sellers in M&A transactions, companies who wish to have their personal data policies, governance, practices and documentation prepared in compliance with GDPR and national legislation etc.

Services

Our expert team provides top quality services in the broad spectrum of Data Protection matters.

M&As and due diligence
Reviewing the level of GDPR compliance of the target entity, introducing appropriate safeguards so that the exchange of information between the buyer and the seller take place in compliance with the GDPR.

Overall assistance to achieve GDPR compliance
We assist companies to increase their GDPR compliance level, in collaboration with external partners. More specifically, we assist in data maping and gaps analysis, preparation of all relevant documentation and assessment of the steps remaining.

Employment law issues
Advising on any Data Protection Employment Law issues (e.g. whether and to what extent cameras are permitted, conditions for viewing the emails of the employee etc). Preparing data processing notifications for employees.

GDPR advice on complex issues
Advising on complex or novel GDPR issues and proposing realistic and business oriented solutions.

Transferring of NPLs
Advising on all personal Data Protection aspects, regarding transactions involving the transfer of NPLs to specialty companies. Our assistance also extends to the due diligence that will have to be conducted beforehand (and to what extent the debtor’s data can be shared with the interested investors)

Investigations
Undertaking (internal) investigations even on client-group level in collaboration with our international law firm partners.

Personal data and redaction of documents – exporting outside of the EU
Facilitating the collection and export of personal data in compliance with the applicable Data Protection rules (including exporting to the USA)- this includes performing document redaction exercises where this is appropriate. Also, setting-up in advance data privacy processes (e.g. proper notifications to employees or other parties) that will facilitate a potential future internal investigation.

Risk assessments
Conducting risk assessments (including reputational and regulatory risks) either on specific issues (e.g. specific transactions) or on a wider level (e.g. assessment of policies and of overall compliance regime).

Compliance
Advising on compliance issues and assisting in preparing and implementing a new or an updated compliance plan.

Dawn raids
Assisting in regard with dawn raids by the Greek Data Protection Authority. Our team is available on call at any time should the need occur.

Representation of clients in investigations
Representing our clients in antiGDPR related investigations in Greece.

Disputing of sanctions
Challenging any imposed fines or other penalties before the competent authorities and the Greek administrative courts.

Defending of claims by data subjects
Data subjects may file suits for claims under various grounds, such as illegal processing of data. We can undertake the handling of such cases and use our expertise on compliance issues, in order to minimize the potential exposure.

Representation of data subjects
We may represent data subjects parties affected by inappropriate behaviours of a data controller or data processor.

Communication plans
Assisting clients in developing effective (and legally compliant) communications plans mitigating reputational risks.

WHO TO CONTACT

Best Road Deal in CEE at the EMEA Finance

A proud moment for the Project Finance team of our Banking & Finance Department at Koutalidis Law Firm! We’re delighted to share that the Aegean Motorway S.A. (AMSA) Refinancing has been recognized as Best Road Deal in CEE at the EMEA Finance – Achievement and Project Finance Awards 2024! Koutalidis→

IFLR Europe Award “Equity Deal of the Year” 2025 for Athens International Airport IPO

Koutalidis Law Firm is proud to announce that we have been awarded the prestigious IFLR1000 Europe Award 2025 in the “Equity Deal of the Year” category for our work on the landmark Athens International Airport (AIA) IPO. The award was presented at a distinguished ceremony held at the Royal Lancaster,→

Koutalidis Law Firm Achieves Top-Tier Rankings in Legal 500 EMEA 2025

We are pleased to announce that Koutalidis Law Firm has once again been recognized for excellence in the Legal 500 Europe, Middle East & Africa 2025 Edition! Our Outstanding Performance: Top-Tier rankings (Tier 1) in 6 practice areas: – Banking, Finance and Capital Markets; – Commercial, Corporate and M&A; –→

Koutalidis Law Firm Ranked Band 1 in Chambers and Partners Global 2025

Celebrating Excellence: Koutalidis Law Firm Ranked Band 1 in Chambers and Partners Global 2025 🏆⚖️ We are proud to announce that Koutalidis Law Firm has been ranked Band 1 across 3 key practice areas in the Chambers Global 2025 rankings: ✅ Banking & Finance ✅ Corporate/Commercial ✅ Dispute Resolution This→

Koutalidis shortlisted 4 times for IFLR Europe Awards 2025

We are thrilled to announce that Koutalidis Law Firm has been shortlisted for multiple honors at the upcoming IFLR1000 Europe Awards for 2025. Our law firm is a finalist in the following categories: • National Law Firm of the Year: Recognizing our commitment to excellence in legal services in pivotal→

Koutalidis Law Firm has been recognized as a Top Tier Firm by IFLR1000

We are pleased to announce that Koutalidis Law Firm has been recognized once again as a Top Tier Firm by IFLR1000 for 2024. This acknowledgment reflects our ongoing commitment to delivering exceptional legal services and innovative value added solutions to our clients. This recognition celebrates not only the firm’s achievements but→

Koutalidis Law Firm has been recognized in the 2025 ITR World Tax awards

We are thrilled to announce that Koutalidis Law Firm has been recognized in the 2025 ITR World Tax awards for both General Corporate Tax and Transactional Tax! We are especially proud to share that our firm has ranked among the top-performing tax firms in the world. Being ranked alongside globally→

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We are honored to announce that Koutalidis Law Firm has been named Greek Law Firm of the Year by the prestigious legal directory Chambers and Partners. This important recognition was awarded to us after a thorough evaluation of the work performed in advising on key transactions in a variety of→

Koutalidis Law Firm Celebrates Top Ranking in Chambers and Partners Global 2024

We are delighted to share that Koutalidis Law Firm has once again been recognized as a top-ranked firm in the prestigious Chambers and Partners Global 2024 rankings. This marks yet another year where our commitment to legal excellence and our dedication to serving our clients at the highest level have→

Best Road Deal in CEE at the EMEA Finance

A proud moment for the Project Finance team of our Banking & Finance Department at Koutalidis Law Firm! We’re delighted to share that the Aegean Motorway S.A. (AMSA) Refinancing has been recognized as Best Road Deal in CEE at the EMEA Finance – Achievement and Project Finance Awards 2024! Koutalidis→

IFLR Europe Award “Equity Deal of the Year” 2025 for Athens International Airport IPO

Koutalidis Law Firm is proud to announce that we have been awarded the prestigious IFLR1000 Europe Award 2025 in the “Equity Deal of the Year” category for our work on the landmark Athens International Airport (AIA) IPO. The award was presented at a distinguished ceremony held at the Royal Lancaster,→

Koutalidis Law Firm Achieves Top-Tier Rankings in Legal 500 EMEA 2025

We are pleased to announce that Koutalidis Law Firm has once again been recognized for excellence in the Legal 500 Europe, Middle East & Africa 2025 Edition! Our Outstanding Performance: Top-Tier rankings (Tier 1) in 6 practice areas: – Banking, Finance and Capital Markets; – Commercial, Corporate and M&A; –→

Koutalidis Law Firm Ranked Band 1 in Chambers and Partners Global 2025

Celebrating Excellence: Koutalidis Law Firm Ranked Band 1 in Chambers and Partners Global 2025 🏆⚖️ We are proud to announce that Koutalidis Law Firm has been ranked Band 1 across 3 key practice areas in the Chambers Global 2025 rankings: ✅ Banking & Finance ✅ Corporate/Commercial ✅ Dispute Resolution This→

Koutalidis shortlisted 4 times for IFLR Europe Awards 2025

We are thrilled to announce that Koutalidis Law Firm has been shortlisted for multiple honors at the upcoming IFLR1000 Europe Awards for 2025. Our law firm is a finalist in the following categories: • National Law Firm of the Year: Recognizing our commitment to excellence in legal services in pivotal→

Koutalidis Law Firm has been recognized as a Top Tier Firm by IFLR1000

We are pleased to announce that Koutalidis Law Firm has been recognized once again as a Top Tier Firm by IFLR1000 for 2024. This acknowledgment reflects our ongoing commitment to delivering exceptional legal services and innovative value added solutions to our clients. This recognition celebrates not only the firm’s achievements but→

Koutalidis Law Firm has been recognized in the 2025 ITR World Tax awards

We are thrilled to announce that Koutalidis Law Firm has been recognized in the 2025 ITR World Tax awards for both General Corporate Tax and Transactional Tax! We are especially proud to share that our firm has ranked among the top-performing tax firms in the world. Being ranked alongside globally→

Koutalidis Law Firm named Greek Law Firm of the Year

We are honored to announce that Koutalidis Law Firm has been named Greek Law Firm of the Year by the prestigious legal directory Chambers and Partners. This important recognition was awarded to us after a thorough evaluation of the work performed in advising on key transactions in a variety of→

Koutalidis Law Firm Celebrates Top Ranking in Chambers and Partners Global 2024

We are delighted to share that Koutalidis Law Firm has once again been recognized as a top-ranked firm in the prestigious Chambers and Partners Global 2024 rankings. This marks yet another year where our commitment to legal excellence and our dedication to serving our clients at the highest level have→

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IFLR Europe Award “Equity Deal of the Year” 2025 for Athens International Airport IPO

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