Tsamichas Law Firm stands as a premier legal practice specializing in the comprehensive realm of Δημόσια έργα and Construction Law, providing strategic and reliable services both within Greece and across international territories. We serve as a trusted legal partner for contractors, consortia, governmental entities, and international investors engaged in shaping the essential infrastructure that underpins modern society.

Our proven track record encompasses providing sophisticated legal counsel to major public works projects in the Greek market, spanning a wide range of critical sectors including:

• Transportation Infrastructure: Highways, roads, bridges, tunnels, metro networks, railway infrastructure, signaling systems, bus rapid transit (BRT) systems, public bus fleets, tramway and light rail systems, cable cars, and ferry terminals.
• Building Construction & Upgrading: Public buildings such as schools, hospitals, government offices, cultural institutions, and social housing, as well as commercial and residential developments undertaken as public works.
• Water and Wastewater Infrastructure: Water treatment plants, sewage networks, irrigation systems, and flood control measures.
• Waste Management Facilities: Waste treatment plants, recycling centers, and landfill sites.
• Parks and Recreational Facilities: Public parks, sports complexes, and recreational areas.
• Telecommunications Infrastructure: Fiber optic networks, communication towers, and other essential telecommunications infrastructure.
• Digital Infrastructure: Smart city infrastructure, data networks, and digital service platforms for public use.
• Energy Infrastructure: Power plants, transmission lines, renewable energy installations, and energy upgrading projects.

Our firm collaborates with established foreign law firms, ensuring seamless and effective handling of legal matters with European and international dimensions across all these areas of public works.

Comprehensive Legal Support Throughout the Public Works Project Lifecycle:

Tsamichhas Law Firm provides expert legal advice and support at every stage of the public procurement process for works and supplies across all facets of public infrastructure. Our services are tailored to the specific needs of each project type.

▪ Tenders – Procurement:

• Legal Framework Advisory: Providing in-depth legal advice regarding the specific legal framework applicable to tendering public works in Greece and relevant international jurisdictions.
• Risk Assessment: Thorough analysis of the conditions set by the Contracting Authority for diverse public works projects, collaborating closely with the bidding team to identify and mitigate potential contractual risks specific to each sector.
• Corporate Risk Management: Active participation in corporate risk management team meetings, providing legal insights and strategic advice tailored to the unique challenges of different public works projects.
• Bid Preparation: Drafting and reviewing the legal and commercial sections of the candidate Contractor’s response during the bidding stage for various public works projects, ensuring compliance and maximizing competitiveness.

▪ Contract Management:

• Contract Drafting and Analysis: Expert drafting, meticulous analysis, and strategic negotiation of construction contracts, supply contracts, and related agreements specific to different public works sectors, including revisions and amendments to existing contracts.
• Legal Support for Project Managers: Providing ongoing legal support and practical advice to Contract Managers and Project Managers throughout the execution phase of diverse public works projects.
• Negotiation Strategy: Developing and presenting effective negotiation strategies for contractual matters and dispute resolution specific to the nuances of various public works contracts.
• Board Representation: Attending Board meetings and providing comprehensive legal support during deliberations and decision-making processes related to public works projects.

▪ Dispute Resolution:

• Contract Appeals: Preparation and submission of well-founded contract appeals in accordance with applicable legal procedures for disputes arising in various public works projects.
• Dispute Advisory: Providing strategic legal advice on disputes arising with subcontractors, suppliers, or between Consortium entities involved in public works projects, aiming for efficient and effective resolution tailored to the specific context.
• Commercial Contract Expertise: Drafting, negotiating, and reviewing all necessary commercial contracts, including main contracts, subcontracts, Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs), consortium agreements, and joint venture agreements relevant to the specific requirements of different public works.

By providing specialized legal expertise across the entire spectrum of public works, Tsamichhas Law Firm is your dedicated partner in building the essential infrastructure that drives progress and enhances communities in Greece and beyond.