Dimitra Krokou
About Dimitra Krokou
Dimitra Krokou serves as the Senior Legal Counsel and Managing Director of the Swiss Branch at PRA Group, where she specializes in legal collection strategies and Non-Performing Loan agreements. She has a strong educational background in law and finance, holding a Master of Laws from the University of Münster and a law diploma from the University of Athens.
Work at PRA Group
Dimitra Krokou serves as Senior Legal Counsel and Managing Director of the Swiss Branch at PRA Group, a position she has held since 2014. In this role, she focuses on legal collection strategies that enhance credit recovery rates. Her responsibilities include drafting and negotiating Non-Performing Loan Sale and Purchase Agreements (SPAs). Krokou's expertise in legal matters related to debt collection and compliance contributes to the firm's operations in Zug, Switzerland.
Previous Experience at Elias Paraskevas Attorneys
Before joining PRA Group, Dimitra Krokou worked as an Associate at Elias Paraskevas Attorneys from 2007 to 2008. During her 10-month tenure, she gained valuable experience in various legal practices, which laid the groundwork for her subsequent roles in the legal field. This experience contributed to her understanding of legal frameworks and practices relevant to her current position.
Education and Expertise
Dimitra Krokou holds a Master of Laws (LL.M) degree in Banking, Corporate, Finance, and Securities Law from the University of Münster, where she studied from 2000 to 2002. Additionally, she earned her Ptychion/Diploma in Law from Ethnikon kai Kapodistriakon Panepistimion Athinon, completing her studies from 1994 to 1999. Her educational background equips her with a strong foundation in legal principles, particularly in banking and finance.
Legal Consultation and Portfolio Analysis
In her current role, Dimitra Krokou provides consultation on banking compliance issues, ensuring that PRA Group adheres to relevant regulations. She also specializes in analyzing and monitoring portfolios in arrears, which is essential for optimizing recovery strategies. Her broad practice in these areas enhances the firm's ability to manage non-performing loans effectively.