ANTONIOS KARAMPATZOS

Prof. Antonios Karampatzos is a distinguished academic at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA), serving as Professor of Private Law and Law & Economics within its Law Faculty since 2007. He concurrently holds visiting professorships at the University of Piraeus and the University of Oxford. His academic journey includes postgraduate studies at NKUA (LL.B., 2000), an LL.M. and summa cum laude PhD (2004) from the University of Tübingen (Germany), followed by post-doctoral research at University College London.

• Education:
  • NKUA Law School (LL.B., 2000)
  • University of Tübingen (LL.M., 2004)
  • University of Tübingen (PhD, 2004 – 'Vom Vertrag mit Schutzwirkung für Dritte...')
  • Post-doctoral research at UCL Institute of Advanced Legal Studies (2004–2005)

His research focuses on private law, legal theory, and behavioral law & economics, with particular emphasis on contractual obligations, consumer protection, and crisis-driven legal adaptations. He has authored eight books, including Private Law, Nudging and Behavioral Economic Analysis (2020), and over 30 peer-reviewed articles.

Prof. Karampatzos has participated in numerous international conferences and legal advisory roles, including drafting legal opinions for public and private entities. Notable achievements include his Special Award at the ICC Mediation Competition (2013) and academic contributions to EU consumer protection frameworks. He is a certified mediator and active member of the Athens Bar Association.

• Key Professional Activities:
  • Visiting Scholar, UC Berkeley (2015)
  • Academic Visitor, Oxford University (Jurisprudence)
  • Speaker at King’s College London, Oxford University, and global legal forums

His work bridges theoretical legal analysis with practical applications, addressing modern challenges such as pandemic-era contract law, digital consumer rights, and behavioral economic interventions in legal frameworks.