Sofia is a member of the Intellectual Property and TMT group.
She focuses her practice on cases regarding trademarks, designs and other IP rights.
Sofia has worked for one (1) year at the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO), where became familiar with the process leading to the registration of a trademark, examination, oppositions and cancellations within the EUIPO.
She also handles procedures and litigation practices in the National Trademark Office, such as renewal, opposition and cancellation.
In the past, she has been involved in cases related to personal data protection and compliance with the GDPR.
POTAMITISVEKRIS, the Greek counsel to Blackstone and HIP in the acquisition of the owning company of Grand Hyatt
We’re proud to announce that our firm served as Greek counsel to Blackstone and HIP in the landmark acquisition of the owning company of Grand Hyatt—one of the largest transactions in the Greek hotel sector in recent years. This achievement is a testament to our team’s dedication and deep expertise in the hotel industry and the broader real estate sector.
The transaction was led by Partner Theologos Mintzas, supported by Associate Marina Fyrigou Koulouri. Partner Dimitris Loukas managed the notification to the Hellenic Competition Commission, supported by Senior Associate Athanasios Taliadouros. Partner Alexandros Metallinos spearheaded the financial aspects, with the assistance of Associate Nikos Stefas. Spiros Tassis led the data privacy components, supported by Senior Associate Panagiota Kelali, and Senior Associate Nikolas Sigkridis managed the employment law aspects, supported by Associate Yannis Ragos.
We extend our warmest thanks to all team members who contributed: Valia Anastasopoulou, Ilia Boura, Kassiani Flaouna, Virginia Kaklamanis, Konstantina Markomichali, Marianna Papandreou, Sofia Tsipouridi, Nikos Santas, and Glafki Setta. Their collective efforts were instrumental in ensuring the success of this significant transaction.
Admissions
Athens, 2022
Languages
Greek
English
French
Education
National & Kapodistrian University of Athens, LLM in Intellectual Property and Competition Law, 2022
National & Kapodistrian University of Athens, LLB, 2020