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Sophia Merkouri

Senior Associate

Sophia Merkouri

Bio

Broad experience in regulatory compliance, strategic investment frameworks, corporate law and financial services. Formerly involved in drafting industrial policy and coordinating RRF projects at the Ministry level.

Academic Background

  • Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) Democritus University of Thrace, Law School
  • Master of Laws (LL.M.) in International and European Business Law, Neapolis University Pafos

Languages

Greek · English

Professional Memberships

  • Member, Athens Bar Association (Supreme Court level, since 2000)

Career Highlights

  • Provided legal advice to the Secretary General for Industry on industrial regulations, compliance frameworks and licensing procedures, contributing to the development of policies for industrial growth and innovation.
  • Coordinated and monitored the progress of RRF projects and Industrial Parks at the Ministry level.
  • Provided legal advice and support to the Secretary General for Private Investments and prepared for the Coordination Committee and the Interministerial Committee of Strategic Investments under Law 4864/2021.
  • Monitored the coordination of Ministries on legislative issues and the implementation of lawmaking principles and methodology at the Presidency of the Government.
  • Provided corporate compliance guidance and representation for Société Générale Consumer Finance Group in Greece.
  • Conducted legal due diligence for stock acquisitions, drafted share purchase agreements, and managed M&A transactions and corporate transformations, including as Head of Legal at Hellenic Fish Farming S.A.
  • Extensive litigation experience in civil and administrative Courts, with expertise in public procurement, real estate and heritage law.