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Shipping Litigation
Hall of Fame: Gregory Timagenis
Practice Head(s): Gregory Timagenis, Yiannis Timagenis, Christos Timagenis
Lauded for its ‘deep expertise in complex shipping litigation, ’Timagenis Law Firm represents banks, global professional services groups, and shipping management companies. The practice is jointly led by Gregory Timagenis, Yiannis Timagenis, and Christos Timagenis. Gregory, regarded as a leader in the field of maritime law,’ advises on family and commercial disputes, shipbuilding projects, and multijurisdictional arbitration, with experience before the Piraeus Multimember Court of First Instance. Yiannis, praised for his ‘sharp insight’ and ’solution‑focused advice,’ handles international disputes, admiralty, and collision cases. Christos is active before the Greek Courts and Court of Appeal, while Ioannis Domvros advises P&I Clubs, shipmanagers, and shipowners on crew illness and accident claims.
Testimonials
‘The team at Timagenis Law Firm has deep expertise in complex shipping litigation, combined with strategic insight and concrete guidance. Their ability to simplify highly demanding legal issues makes them a trusted partner. Compared to other firms, they are distinguished by their deep knowledge and its smooth implementation.’
‘The Timagenis Law firm has a range of legal services to which they offer exceptional expertise and results for both domestic and international law. They are extremely proficient in international corporate law, shipping law, real estate law, as well as dispute resolution and litigation.’
‘Timagenis Law Firm offers practical, business-focused legal advice with precision and professionalism. The team provides responsive support across restructuring, financing, corporate, shareholder and employment matters, combining strong legal expertise with commercial insight to deliver tailored solutions.’
‘We work closely with the partners, Yiannis and Christos Timagenis. Yiannis is always available, offers sharp insight combined with solution-focused advice promptly for complex matters and situations. Christos brings strong corporate expertise and practical guidance on corporate and particularly shareholders’ matters.’
‘I have had the pleasure of working with Yiannis Timagenis and Christos Timagenis at Timagenis Law Firm on demanding shipping litigation matters. Their combined expertise and courtroom experience set them apart in the sector. Yiannis Timagenis brings not only deep legal knowledge but also a rigorous, analytical mindset that allows him to break down even the most intricate disputes into clear and persuasive arguments. Christos Timagenis complements this with a highly pragmatic and strategic approach, excelling at anticipating the moves of opposing counsel and devising collaborative solutions under intense pressure. Together, they form a formidable litigation team that inspires confidence and consistently delivers results. The firm’s wider litigation team demonstrates the same high standards of preparation, responsiveness, and commitment, ensuring that every case is handled with thoroughness and skill.’
‘Each lawyer at the Timagenis law firm, while having an encompassing legal view in a gamut of legal areas, also specialises in a particular area of law. This combination of expertise between the firm’s legal teams allows for the level of effectiveness that the firm has become known for. The firm and the legal teams that comprise it, from its founder through to the firm’s most recent additions, adhere to ethical standards that ensure that both the firm as well as its clients are always protected. The firm has managed to build on the reputation of both ethics and success that it’s founder, Gregory Timagenis, is renowned for. Gregory Timagenis is a leader in the field of maritime law, and the other partners of the firm have shown the same abilities and level of success.’
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Shipping Finance
Hall of Fame: Gregory Timagenis
Practice Head(s): Lily Politsopoulou-Timageni, Gregory Timagenis, Christos Timagenis, Yiannis Timagenis
Timagenis Law Firm advises both borrowers and financial institutions on loan facilities and refinancing. Lily Politsopoulou-Timageni, praised for her ‘sound judgement’ and ’strategic perspective,’ handles high‑value vessel acquisitions. Gregory Timagenis is experienced in sale and purchase transactions, while Yiannis Timagenis focuses on drafting facility agreements and security documents. Commended for his ‘sharp legal mind’ and ’strategic vision’, Christos Timagenis regularly advises private and listed shipping groups on loan and shipping finance agreements.
Testimonials
‘Timagenis Law Firm demonstrates an impressive ability to manage complex debt and equity ship-finance transactions practically and smoothly. They deliver tailored advice and excel at coordinating with international counsel when required.’
‘Our main contact is Christos Timagenis. Beyond his deep expertise in shipping law and his strong commercial acumen, he shows an exceptional commitment to understanding our business and guiding us through demanding transactions with remarkable efficiency.’
‘We also have the privilege of working with Lily Politsopoulou-Timageni, whose seniority and sound judgement are evident in every complex matter she handles; her strategic perspective and authoritative guidance are invaluable.’
Τhe Legal 500 Europe, Middle East & Africa 2026