Drakopoulos participated at an Arbitration law workshop
- April 2, 2019
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On March 5th, Drakopoulos participated at the “Present and Future of Greek Arbitration Law” workshop, organized by the International Chamber of Commerce. The event was attended by more than 140 delegates and 22 speakers. The workshop was divided in two sections, focusing on the prospects of international arbitration in Greece and the need to revisit […]
Read moreThe new legal framework on compulsory mediation in Greece
- February 14, 2019
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In an attempt to lighten the heavy burden of the Greek judicial system, articles 178 to 206 of Law 4512/2018 on Arrangements for the Implementation of the Structural Reforms of the Economic Adjustment Programmes and Other Provisions regulate the new mediation procedures in civil and commercial matters. This alternative extrajudicial dispute resolution method seeks to provide […]
Read moreDrakopoulos ranked in WTR1000
- February 12, 2019
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WTR1000, the definitive ‘go-to’ resource for those seeking world-class legal trademark expertise, recently released its 2019 rankings, recognising for yet another year our firm as a leading one in Greece, Romania and Albania. Partners Michalis Kosmopoulos, Adrian Roseti and Besnik Duraj, were praised for their expertise, professionalism and topnotch advice.
Read moreDrakopoulos represents Hellenic Shipyards S.A in ICC arbitration proceedings
- February 7, 2019
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As of November 2018, Drakopoulos represents Hellenic Shipyards, the largest shipyard in the eastern Mediterranean region, in ICC arbitration proceedings against the Hellenic Republic. In the context of an arbitration saga that started in 2009, the Hellenic Republic launched a multi-billion EUR claim in 2014, in a second round of arbitration proceedings against Hellenic Shipyards, […]
Read morePrioritizing priorities: IP challenges for Greece
- July 19, 2018
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The utmost value of Intellectual Property Rights (“IPR”)to the global economy has been much discussed and analyzed in a series of published EU and national economic studies and reports, quantifying both the contribution of IPR-intensive industries to the economic performance and trade, as well as the economic impact of counterfeiting. Corporate and government budget, allocation […]
Read moreSharing economy via digital platforms: how is Greece treating Airbnb-style rentals?
- June 20, 2018
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With the Greek peak summer holiday season fast approaching, hosts leasing out their properties through sharing economy digital platforms are seeking the best way ahead to make themselves compliant with the applicable regulatory framework. The current regime on short-term leases provides for a series of requirements that property managers, i.e. individuals or legal entities responsible […]
Read moreGreenlane and Drakopoulos hosted in Athens a conference on E-Commerce & Customs
- May 11, 2018
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Greenlane and Drakopoulos organized a conference on the customs and duties hurdles that businesses face in international e-commerce. The event took place on Friday 11 May 2018 at the Acropolis Museum in Athens and was addressed to importers, traders, trade associations, logistic service providers, customs brokers, in house lawyers and lawyers in private practice, and anyone […]
Read moreGDPR: a perspective on the compliance challenges within large organizations
- May 7, 2018
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With less than a month before it eventually rolls out across the EU, the GDPR is still treated by many businesses as a complicated piece of legislation triggering serious debate between professionals and regulators and incurring heavy compliance burden for large organizations. However, the GDPR implementation date, i.e. 25 May 2018,should be looked at more […]
Read moreLiability of intermediaries: the effective anti-counterfeiting tool
- May 3, 2018
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Read moreDrakopoulos hosted in Athens the IBA European Regional Forum Spring Retreat
- April 12, 2018
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On 12-13 April 2018, Drakopoulos hosted in Athens the IBA European Regional Forum Annual Officers, Council Members and Advisory Board Members Spring Retreat. The retreat was well attended by 36 lawyers from all over Europe, actively participating in both days activities and workshops. The first day of the retreat was an opportunity for attendees to […]
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