SOFIA I. PAPADIMITRIOU

• Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München: Doctorate in Law (Dr. jur.), 2004.
  • “Rigorosum” (2004), Grade: summa cum laude.
  • Doctoral Dissertation in Competition Law/Cartel Law (2000-2003), Grade: summa cum laude.
  • State Scholarships Foundation (I.K.Y.) Scholar (2000-2004).
• National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, School of Law:
  • Postgraduate Studies in Civil Law (1997-1999).
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Law (1992-1996), Graduation Grade: Excellent (8.96, first in rank).

With over 25 years of professional activity in public organizations, as well as legal entities of public and private law, she possesses specialized experience in civil law, business law, international public tenders, public procurement law, public administration, and modern branches of law such as environmental law, energy law, transportation law, and tourism law. Indicatively, she serves or has served in the following roles:

• Legal Advisor to the Deputy Minister of Labor and Social Security (2024 – present).
  • Member of the Working Group on the Wage Change Index (2024 – present).
• External Associate – Researcher at the Laboratory of Tourism Transportation, Infrastructure, and Destination Development, (TTIDD-Lab) at the Department of Tourism Economics and Management, University of the Aegean (2024 – present).
• Member of the Scientific Committee of Civinet Greece – Cyprus, the Greek-speaking Network of Cities for Sustainable Mobility in Europe (CIVITAS), under the auspices of the European Commission (2024 – present).
• Special Business Consultant providing specialized legal advice and services on regulatory compliance, integration of Sustainable Development criteria, risk management, and informed decision-making, in accordance with applicable laws and upcoming legislative developments (2020 – present). This includes legal assistance in drafting Internal Regulations, Codes, and Policies (e.g., Code of Business Conduct, Suppliers and Business Partners Code of Conduct, Suitability Policy, Board Remuneration Policy, Diversity Policy, Anti-Fraud, Corruption, and Bribery Policy, etc.).
• Legal Advisor to the Athens Concert Hall (2011-2024):
  • Provided legal support to the Board of Directors, Departments, and Sections of the organization, drafted and reviewed contracts, prepared regulations, provided judicial representation and extrajudicial dispute resolution, etc.
  • Handled legal issues related to the transition from the private to the public sector: unified payroll system, employee classification in salary scales, international public tenders, public contracts, drafting new regulations, contract templates, and documents for posting on the DIAVGEIA platform, etc.
• Legal Advisor to the Deputy Minister of Culture (2004-2006) and Member (unpaid) of the following Legislative Committees for:
  • The establishment of the legal entity “Organization of the European Capital of Culture, Patras 2006 S.A.” (Law 3322/2005, Official Gazette A’ 58).
  • Drafting the bill “On Cultural Sponsorship” (Law 3525/2007, Official Gazette A’ 16).
  • Drafting the bill “Ministry of Culture Organization.”
  • Amending Law 3028/2002 (Archaeological Law).
  • Reforming Intellectual Property legislation.
  • Drafting the institutional framework for the Archaeological Resources Fund (TAPA).
  • Drafting the bill for the transformation of the country’s largest museums into public entities (NPDD).
  • Drafting the bill on Cinema Policy.
• Legal Advisor to the “Organization for the Promotion of Greek Culture S.A. -OPEP S.A.” (2006 – 2008).
• Legal Advisor to the National Organization for Volunteering “Citizen in Deed” – ERGO POLITON (2006 -2008).
• External Associate of Law Firms specializing in drafting legal opinions and pleadings, conducting legal audits, establishing companies, and drafting commercial contracts and agreements (2008 -2013).
• Board Member of AEΠKA S.A. “Production and Trade of Stationery and Related Items, and Representation of Such Products” (2018–2019).
• Member of the Liquidation Council of the private law entity (S.A.) “Organizationof the Cultural Capital of Europe – Thessaloniki 1997“.
• Scientific Associate at the Institut für Internationales Recht der Universität München (2001-2003).
• Member of the Athens Bar Association (Membership: 21936), registered after successfully passing the Athens Court of Appeal Bar exams with an “Excellent” grade (10), achieving first (1^st) place.
• Trainee Lawyer at the law firm “Apostolos S. Georgiadis & Associates” (1997-1999).

She is actively involved in professional organizations and continuously seeks to expand her network and knowledge within the legal and business community:

• A Member of the following Scientific Associations (Civil Law Association, Association of Greek Commercialists, the Hellenic Scholars’ Association of Commercial and Business Law, Greek Public Law Association).
• A Scientific Associate at the “Hellenic Investors Association” (SED).
• A Founding Member of the Athens Women Lawyers’ Association and Friends of “Eleni Karidi.”
• A Member of the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) Hellas:
  • Legal Advisor to the Institute of Marketing, Management, and Leadership (ICC/IMM Hellas).
  • Member of the “Think Tank Task Force” Working Group of ICC Hellas for accelerating the delivery of justice.
  • Coordinator of the ICC Hellas Women’s Justice Cluster.
  • Member of the ICC Hellas Women’s Environment and Energy Cluster.
• A Member of the Association on Artificial Intelligence “AI Catalyst.”

Max – Planck – Institut für Geistiges Eigentum, Wettbewebs- und Steuerrecht, Münchner Schriften zum Europäischen und Internationalen Kartellrecht (Munich Series on European and International Antitrust Law), Band 9:

• “Zum Belieferungsanspruch des Außenseiters eines selektiven Vertriebsbindungssystems aus Art. 81 EG und deutschem Zivilrecht”, Stämpfli Verlag AG Bern, 2005.

Her research interests, recent publications, and presentations at conferences and scientific events cover topics such as ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance), Cybersecurity, Climate Change, and Sustainable Development, particularly in the shipping sector (indicative topics include the European Green Deal, COP-28 Agreement, “FIT for 55,” EU Taxonomy, Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive, CSDD, REPowerEU, FuelEUMaritime), Gender Equality, Gender-Based Violence, Prevention and Combatting of Workplace Harassment and Bullying, and Cultural Heritage Protection. Indicatively:

• “THE DUBAI AGREEMENT – COP 28, Towards the Global Energy Transition” in Maritime Economies – Special Edition “Posidonia 2024” (3-7 June 2024), p. 140.
• “With an eye on the first “global report” on Climate Change [considering: a) the AR6 Synthesis Report of the UN Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (March 2023) and the European Court of Auditors’ Special Report No 18/2023: EU climate and energy targets (June 2023)]”, in LAWYER, The Business Magazine, July – August 2023, p. 44 onwards (Part A), September – October 2023 (Part B), p. 70.
• “SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT AND SHIPPING: Towards the Green Transition – A modern challenge [in light of international, European, and national legislative developments, taking into account, among others: (i) the revised Annex VI of the International MARPOL Convention 2021 [IMO/MEPC 328 (76)], (ii) the new Directive (EU) 2022/2464 on mandatory Corporate Sustainability Reporting (CSRD), and (iii) the AR6 Synthesis Report of the UN Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (March 2023)]”, in Maritime Intelligence, June 2023 (Issue 109), p. 44.
• “The recent Directive (EU) 2022/2381 on improving the gender balance among directors of listed companies – The positive example of Greek shipping”, in Maritime Economies, Special Tribute Women of Influence 2023 (March 2023), p. 34.
• Law 5016/2023: International Commercial Arbitration – Incorporation of the UNCITRAL Model Law 2006 into Greek law, in LAWYER, The Business Magazine, January – February 2023, p. 38.
• Interview with Attorney Ms Sofia Papadimitriou (Dr. jur. München) in the topic of “Principles of Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in the Workplace in Greece”, by Danai Katsanta – Project Manager at ACHADE (edifyeduproject.eu -11.7.2024).
• Interview on the weekly show “Economy & Employment” Stent web TV (30.6.2024) with economist – financial analyst Ms. Daphne Grigoriadis, regarding the three Directives (EU) 2023/970 (pay transparency), 2022/2041 (minimum wage), and 2022/2381 (balanced representation of women on the boards of listed companies).
• Interview on the Municipal Radio of Piraeus – Channel 1 – 90.4 fm, on the magazine show “Good Evening Piraeus”, guest of journalist Mr. Konstantinos Margaritis discussing “gender-based labor inequality” (29.3.2024).
• Interview with the main theme: “Work equality was late by a day” on jenny.gr (8.3.2024), guest of Ms. Helen Beziariannoglou, reposted on E- Themis (18.3.2024).
• “Presidential decree 48/2024 on the protection of workers from the risks related to exposure to carcinogens or mutagens at work”, on politicnews.gr (3.9.2024).
• “Legal remedies and mechanisms for enforcing pay equality – In light of the new Directive (EU) 2023/970”, in the legal journal OMODIKIA, April – June 2024, p. 33 onwards.
• “The recent Directive (EU) 2023/970 to strengthen the application of the principle of equal pay for equal work or work of equal value between men and women through pay transparency and enforcement mechanisms”, in the magazine INVESTMENTS, January 2024, p. 32.
• “The recent Directive (EU) 2022/2381 on improving the gender balance among directors of listed companies”, in LAWYER, The Business Magazine, November – December 2022, p. 46.
• “Corporate Governance: The new rules of Law 4706/2020 for listed companies and the revised Greek Code 2021 in full force”, in LAWYER, The Business Magazine, October 2021, p. 42.
• Comment on Hellenic Supreme Court (Plenary) Judgment No. 3/2021, EllDni 2021, 537 (540).
• Diavgeia “is half of everything” of Transparency (Law 3861/2010). Ideas Bulletin, Issue 06/08/2010.
• Measures for “responsible” borrowing (Law 3816/2010). Ideas Bulletin, Issue 05.03.2010.
• Comment on Hellenic Supreme Court Judgment No. 1609/2009 and on Athens Court of Appeal Judgment No. 1045/2009, DIMEE 2010, 53.
• Comment on Hellenic Supreme Court Judgment No. 333/2010, DIMEE 2010, 367 (370).
• “The cleansing of the competitive environment in Greece. 10 ways to achieve it (Law 3784/2009),” Ideas Bulletin, Issue 04/12/2009, (2001 – 2003): Research in the context of the reform of German competition law (UWG – Reform.

Recent participations as a Presenter in Conferences and scientific events:

• Presentation on the recent “Directive (EU) 2024/1385 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 14 May 2024, on combating violence against women and domestic violence,” at an event organized by “Feminin Pluriel Greece” on December 3, 2024, at the European Parliament Liaison Office in Greece.
• Presentation on the topic: “VIOLENCE DOES NOT GO ON HOLIDAY – State, society, active citizens on ALERT!” at an event organized on July 10, 2024, at the IASO Group.
• Participation in the Presentation of the “2024 Investment Education & Training Program” of the Hellenic Investors Association (SED), on June 11, 2024, under the auspices of the Hellenic Capital Market Commission, of the Athens Stock Exchange Group, in cooperation with the Listed Companies Association.
• Presentation on the topic: “The European Union’s policy on gender equality,” at an event for the 2024 European elections: “The importance of modern European relations – Young people discuss Europe” organized under the auspices of the Region of Attica, with the support of the European Parliament Liaison Office in Greece on May 14, 2024, at the SAKA Club, at the College of Athens.
• Organization with the ICC Hellas Women’s Justice Cluster of a Scientific Event on the topic: “Artificial Intelligence. Relevant legal and ethical issues,” on April 1, 2024, at the “Alkis Argiriadis” Amphitheater at the Central Building of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens.
• Presentation on “Corporate Sustainability Reporting”: The reform framework of Directive (EU) 2022/2464 (CSRD) and the next day (CSDD Proposal for a Directive on corporate sustainability due diligence), during the Corporate Governance & Compliance Conference 2024 (BOUSSIAS), which took place on February 14, 2024, at Wyndham Grand Athens, under the auspices of the Association of Compliance Officers in Greece (ASCO Greece).
• Online discussion with the students of the 2nd Model Lyceum of Volos – EU Parliament Ambassador Programme on the topic: “The Role of Women and the European Union’s Policy for Equality,” on March 19, 2024, as part of the “Schools – Ambassadors of the European Parliament” program of EUROPE DIRECT of Thessaly Region.
• Presentation on the topic: “Gender Equality: Modern legislative interventions and challenges (in light of International, European and National Law),” within the framework of an event titled: “The road to substantive gender equality,” in honor of International Women’s Day, organized on March 8, 2024, at the Athens Bar Association.
• Presentation on “Export, import, and return of cultural goods under the new Code for the protection of antiquities and cultural heritage in general (Law 4858/2021),” at an event organized by the Athens Administrative Court, on June 30, 2023, in the Great Hall of the University of Athens, at the Propylaea, with the central theme: “The protection of Cultural Heritage, a legal obligation for the present, a moral commitment for the future “.
• Intervention on the topic: “Decarbonization of Shipping – A complex challenge” at the 24th Conference of the Hellenic Association of Criminal Lawyers and Barristers, which took place from March 31 to April 2, 2023, at the Municipal Theatre of Piraeus.
• Presentation on “Women in Leadership Positions in Business regarding the recent Directive (EU) 2022/2381 on improving the gender balance among directors of listed companies” at an event held on March 22, 2023, at the Athens Administrative Court, co-organized with the Athens Women Lawyers’ Association and Friends of “Eleni Karidi”.
• Presentation on the topic: “Model policy for the prevention and combating of harassment and bullying in the workplace (Articles 2 – 23 Law 4808/2021)” at the 23rd Conference of the Hellenic Association of Criminal Lawyers and Barristers, which took place from November 12 to 13, 2022, at the Eugenides Foundation.

Previous participations as a Presenter in conferences and seminars:

• Presenter at the 11th e-Themis Conference of the E.E.N.: “The most important legislative developments during the health crisis.” Presentation topic: “Code of Digital Governance: A new institutional framework for transactions between citizens and businesses with the State” (2021).
• Presenter at the e-Themis Conference of the E.E.N.: “Covid-19: Legal Implications & Prospects.” Presentation topic: “Specific issues of assignment and management of public contracts in the context of addressing the Covid-19 health crisis”.
• Speaker at a staff training seminar on the topic: “Integration & Registration Processes for Public Employees in the Unified Payment Authority” (2017).
• Speaker at a staff training seminar on the topic: “The New Changes for Diavgeia” (2016).
• Speaker at a staff training seminar on the topic: “Application and Compliance of the KHMDHS” (2016).
• Speaker at a staff training seminar on the topic: “Electronic Unsealing & Evaluation of Bids in the context of its application to the E.S.H.D.I.S.” (2016).
• Speaker at a staff training seminar on the topic: “Practical Presentation & Correct Use of E.S.H.D.I.S. for Public Entities” (2016).

Contribution to the writing of the following books (collection of bibliography, legislation, and case law, research, and processing):

• Georgiades/Mich. Stathopoulos, Civil Code, Commentary, Family Law (2003).
• Georgiades, Law of Obligations, General Part (1999).
• Georgiades, Property Law, Cases with Answers (1999).
• Georgiades/Mich. Stathopoulos, Civil Code, Commentary, Inheritance Law (articles 1871 – 2035), 1998.
• Georgiades, Civil Law, General Principles, Cases with Answers (1998).
• Georgiades, The judicial control of the content of charter parties (1998).
• Georgiades, General Principles of Civil Law (1997).

Greek, German, French, English.

Public Procurements, Energy Law, Environmental Law, Public Law, Administrative Law.