Why does a company need a standing corporate lawyer?
Because corporate problems usually begin with small omissions: a decision not properly taken, a share transfer not recorded, an agreement between partners never written down. A lawyer who knows the company can prevent them, rather than repair them later.
What should a shareholder agreement include?
Typically: how the board is appointed, which decisions need special consent, restrictions on transfers and rights of first refusal, drag-along and tag-along rights, deadlock resolution, non-compete obligations and the terms on which a shareholder can exit.
How many board members must an ΑΕ have?
Under Law 4548/2018, the board of directors of an ΑΕ has at least three and no more than fifteen members. A small, non-listed ΑΕ may instead be run by a sole director if its articles so provide.
What governance rules apply to listed companies in Greece?
Law 4706/2020 requires, among other things, independent non-executive members making up at least one third of the board and no fewer than two, audit, remuneration and nomination committees, an internal audit unit and the adoption of a corporate governance code.
Do you also handle company formation and share transfers?
Yes. Formation, choice of company form, share transfers and acquisitions are covered by our commercial and corporate law work, which is closely linked to governance.
