In today’s dynamic market, successful project development relies on a seamless blend of strategic planning, legal expertise and financial insight. Whether navigating complex public infrastructure projects or innovative private sector developments, the need for expert legal support has never been more critical. The rise of public-private partnerships (PPPs) has further transformed the development landscape, offering unparalleled opportunities for both private and public entities to collaborate and drive forward large-scale, high-impact projects. With a keen focus on sustainability, innovation and economic growth, the demand for legal guidance in both public and private project development continues to surge globally.

At Koutalidis Law Firm, we offer a unique blend of experience and innovation in both public and private project development, providing clients with comprehensive legal solutions across a variety of industries, including mining, infrastructure, real estate and data centers. We work with private developers, government authorities and investors, delivering tailored legal strategies that ensure projects are completed efficiently, cost-effectively and in full compliance with all regulations. Whether advising on complex construction contracts, financing arrangements or regulatory approvals, our team of seasoned lawyers combines in-depth legal knowledge with commercial insight to navigate the complexities of modern project development.

Koutalidis Law Firm has a proven track record in private sector project development, offering a full spectrum of legal services to private developers, investors and construction companies. We understand the challenges and opportunities that come with every stage of the project lifecycle, from inception to completion. We help clients with land acquisition, financing, environmental compliance and negotiation of development agreements. Additionally, our  experience in public-private partnerships allows us to advise on structuring and securing innovative funding models, ensuring the success of the most ambitious projects. With a proactive and client-centric approach, we offer solutions that minimize risks, maximize returns and ensure projects meet both legal and financial expectations. With extensive experience advising both private developers and public authorities, we understand the unique challenges faced by all parties involved and are committed to ensuring that projects are delivered on time, within budget and in full compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Services

Our Project Development team provides comprehensive legal services, including:

  • Structuring and negotiating development agreements, joint ventures and financing arrangements to ensure optimal project execution.
  • Drafting and negotiating construction contracts, EPCs, EPCMs and other critical project documents to protect the interests of developers and investors.
  • Providing specialized legal advice on project finance, including equity, debt and hybrid financing models tailored to the specific needs of each project.
  • Advising on Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) and concession agreements, leveraging our deep understanding of the regulatory environment to secure successful partnerships.
  • Providing support in addressing disputes before administrative authorities, courts and arbitral tribunals, both during the development phase and in the course of project implementation and operation.
  • Offering comprehensive regulatory support, ensuring that the projects comply with local laws and standards.
Koutalidis Law Firm has recently advised on a number of important cases:
  • Hellas Gold S.A. in connection with the construction project for the development of the Skouries mine and the Olympias mine in Northern Greece, including reviewing and negotiating EPCMs, construction agreements, services agreements and purchase orders.
  • Tileoptika Ktiria S.A., a subsidiary of Antenna Group, in relation to the tender procedures for construction contracts pertaining to a multistorey building hosting offices and studios for the production of television and radio programs.
  • DAMAC Properties Co. LLC in respect to the development of a data center in Greece.
  • ATESE S.A. in regard to a high value construction project.
  • Aktor Concessions S.A. on all aspects of the project (including its financing and drafting and negotiating the DCC and other contracts) “Construction, Financing, Operation and Maintenance of the Southwest Road Axis of Peloponnese Kalamata Rizomilos Pilos Methoni section” through PPP.
  • The Indian multinational airport operator GMR in the development of the new Kasteli (Heraklion) International Airport, a €600 million project.
  • Fraport Greece (affiliate of Fraport AG and Slentel Ltd) in relation to the concession of the 14 Greek regional airports including on the negotiation of the concession agreements, on public procurement issues, on construction agreements and on financing.
  • The sponsors HOCHTIEF, VINCI, Aktor and AVAX, as well as the motorway concessionaire Aegean Motorway SA, in connection with the development of the Maliakos Kleidi toll road.
  • Hochtief on all aspects of the tender for the project “Design Construction, Financing, Operation and Maintenance of the Northern Road Axis of Crete Chersonissos Neapolis section” through PPP.
  • Aktor Concessions S.A. in relation to the concession of Alimos Marina, one of the largest marinas in Greece with 1000 permanent positions, including on the negotiation of the concession agreement, on public procurement issues, on construction agreements and on financing.
  • Bechtel in connection with the construction and development of the Athens Metro.
  • The concessionaire (Athens Tram SA) for the financing, construction and development of the Athens Tram.

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Koutalidis Law Firm has once again been recognized among the top litigation practices in Greece, securing a Tier 1 ranking in Dispute Resolution in the latest Benchmark Litigation Europe rankings. This distinction reflects our ongoing commitment to legal excellence, strategic advocacy, and outstanding results in complex disputes across sectors. We→

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We are honored to announce that Koutalidis Law Firm has been ranked Tier 1 across all four practice areas in the IFLR1000 2025 Western Europe rankings: ✓ Banking and Finance ✓ Capital Markets ✓ M&A ✓ Project Development IFLR1000 is the leading guide to the world’s top financial and corporate→

ITR (International Tax Review) EMEA Tax Awards 2025

We are delighted to announce that Koutalidis Law Firm and our esteemed Tax Practice have been shortlisted for the prestigious ITR (International Tax Review) EMEA Tax Awards 2025 in two major categories: Tax Law Firm of the Year Tax Litigation Law Firm of the Year Since 2005, the ITR EMEA→

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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,→

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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; –→

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