Our firm is a leading, full-service business law firm, with a determinedly forward-looking and results oriented mindset.
Our firm is a leading, full-service business law firm, with a determinedly forward-looking and results oriented mindset.
Our expert team of lawyers, led by partners, George A. Ballas (Senior & Managing Partner), Gregory M. Pelecanos (Senior Partner), Grace Ch. Katsoulis and Anthony G. Mavrides, is further comprised of 11 associate lawyers and 3 lawyer trainees, supported by a team of 2 paralegals, 4 administrative and 2 financial support staff.
Actively involved in Greek and international legal, academic, and business networks, our partners and associates contribute to and stay informed about current developments.
Our core capabilities lie primarily, though not exclusively, in:
.Leveraging legal expertise and a comprehensive understanding of the business and technological landscape, we navigate legal complexities to deliver tailored results aligned with our clients' unique needs and business objectives..
Our daily practice encompasses advisory, transactional, and dispute resolution services, including mediation and both international (ICC/LCIA) and domestic arbitration, for a diverse domestic and international clientele.
Our firm, entrusted with advisory and litigation matters, serves key sectors in business and industry, including automotive, industrial machines and white goods, technology, pharmaceuticals and healthcare, oil, gas and renewable energy, defence and security, real estate, hotel, leisure and tourism, leisure wear, and many others.
Creating meaningful links with trade and industry has always been a key concern of us. To this end, our firm has been a long-standing member of various legal and business associations and communities, including various Chambers of Commerce & Industry.
While our support frequently focuses on the Greek jurisdiction, .the multinational character of our clients and the international impact of our actions have clearly led us to adopt a global perspective.. This involves reconciling the challenges of Greek law with the business realities of multi-jurisdictional projects, in order to secure consistency and maximize operational efficiency.
In recognition of its authoritative and leading position in the Greek legal market, our firm is consistently listed in the most authoritative international legal directories, including The Legal 500, WTR 1000, IAM Patent 1000, and Who’s Who Legal.
Through our membership in Ecovis International, a global accounting, taxation, audit and accounting advisory network, and via our association with Ecovis Hellas Ltd., we provide 360° legal, accounting, audit and tax advisory and support services, with complete ESG support services and advisory. This official alliance allows our clients to receive a full spectrum of services all around the world, making use of our global network of prestigious partners.
‘Full professionalism, excellent knowledge of their subjects, continuous availability, fair pricing, team spirit, technological sustainability.’
‘Thorough, detailed and out-of-the-box thinking are the hallmarks of their services – they are simply great.’
‘Unique specialization and hardworking spirit’
‘Renowned for its creative strategies, top-notch prosecution work and robust contentious representation, the outfit is a go-to for infringement disputes.’
‘The team at Ballas Pelecanos Law is a high-performing group, both in terms of commitment and in the quality of its advice. Its main strengths are the strong client relationship which builds and invests in, the business knowledge, technical excellence, a commercial approach and also continuity of personnel.’
‘Its practitioners demonstrate immense expertise across the board, from patent filings and validation services to representation in opposition and appeal cases before the EPO.’
‘Personal, precise, on-time.’
‘At the vanguard of IP services, Ballas Pelecanos Law is a one-stop shop for brands seeking a commercial mindset.’
‘Full-service firm Ballas Pelecanos & Associates is a prime choice for assistance in intellectual property.’
‘State-of-the art legal services’
‘Spearheading the IP/IT/CT practice group is seasoned IP litigator George Ballas, whose illustrious career spans more than 50 years, including time spent at the office of the Secretary General to the Greek Parliament.’
‘Ballas is an excellent attorney; experienced yet friendly, he is able to translate complex details into simple and digestible pieces of information. By his side, Moukas is a seasoned and tenacious litigator.’