Agency & Distribution Law

Our dedicated group of lawyers have an in-depth understanding of the legal rules and the business reality of the relationship between suppliers and third-party distributors, and a wealth of experience on the high-stake issues related to agency, distribution and franchising of products and services. 

 

The team

Photographic portrait of Julia Pournara
Julia Pournara
Partner, Business Law and Healthcare Law |Platis – Anastassiadis & Associates Law Partnership, associated with EY Greece, member of the EY Law network
Photographic portrait of Lia Vitzilaiou
Lia Vitzilaiou
Director, Corporate and Commercial Law | Platis – Anastassiadis & Associates Law Partnership, associated with EY Greece, member of the EY Law network

We offer realistic, tailor-made solutions and provide practical business advice for suppliers and distributors, covering the full range of their needs; from drafting and revising agreements, to handling proceedings upon termination of the respective agreements. We also advise clients on the most suitable business and legal options available to them, when seeking to grow their businesses. Our client base operates in a variety of business sectors, such as:

  • Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices

  • Cosmetics

  • Consumer Goods

  • Luxury Products

  • Supply Chain Services

Among others, our specialized services, include:

  • Advice on setting up and organizing agency, distribution and franchising networks

  • Advice on restructuring distribution networks

  • Drafting and negotiating relevant agreements

  • Monitoring compliance with relevant EU and national regulation

  • Monitoring the relevant relationship, while it is active

  • Advice on the termination rules and compensation rights

  • Negotiating all termination-related issues

Representing clients in litigation before Courts and other Authorities, indicatively regarding:

  • claims for clientele compensation and damages

  • claims to remain in the network by challenging the validity of the termination

  • complaints for breach of antitrust laws

  • complaints for unfair trade practices.

Our Team

Julia Pournara

Partner, Business Law and Healthcare Law |Platis – Anastassiadis & Associates Law Partnership, associated with EY Greece, member of the EY Law network
Julia provides legal advisory services to companies, aiming to identify and effectively implement solutions that meet their needs. She believes in the value of knowledge and human capital.
Athens, GRC

Lia Vitzilaiou

Director, Corporate and Commercial Law | Platis – Anastassiadis & Associates Law Partnership, associated with EY Greece, member of the EY Law network
I love problem solving, innovating and addressing challenges in novel ways, to help the team achieve even the most demanding goals.
Athens, GRC

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Platis – Anastassiadis & Associates Law Partnership is registered with the Athens Bar, registration number 80240 Partners: Eirinikos Platis and Tassos Anastassiadis