Our team of lawyers in Athens, Greece is qualified to provide legal advice and consultancy services on a wide range of matters, but also to offer legal representation in front of the Greek institutions and Greek courts.
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| Legal services offered by our law firm in Greece |
– legal assistance on business matters (company formation, commercial contracts, business litigation, mergers and acqusitions, expansion of a foreign business in Greece, etc), – private international law, – legal matters referring to individuals (marriage and divorce, custody, inheritance, etc.), – immigration etc. |
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Types of clients our team can serve |
Our lawyers in Greece can provide their legal services to Greek citizens, residents and businesses, and also to foreign inviduals, investors and companies. |
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Reasons to choose our team |
– top quality legal services, – tailored legal representation, – professionalism, – competitive rates, – foreign language proficiency |
| Legal services for company formation in Greece |
– selecting a legal entity, generally the Eteria Periorismenis Efthynis (EPE) – limited liability company or the Anonymos Eteria (AE) – corporation, – tailored services for EU/non-EU investors, – assistance in expanding a foreign business, – obtaining a tax number, – registering for VAT, etc. |
| Legal services for setting up a representative office |
– assistance in applying for a Greek tax registration number, – legal advice on the applicable law (Law 89/1967), – obtaining a permit from the Ministry of Development, – ongoing legal representation throughout the financial year (submitting financial documents and reports with the Greek institutions). |
| Accounting services (yes/no) | Yes |
| Tax advice and assistance (yes/no) | Yes |
| Tax registration services |
– applying for a Greek tax number, – registering for VAT, – registering for VAT in case of foreign companies selling goods on the internet (after reaching EUR 35,000 in sales per year), – registering individuals for taxes |
| Common legal services for foreigners |
Our lawyers in Greece can help foreigners relocate here by applying for a visa (when necessary). Business immigration is also a legal service for foreigners. Our team can assist in humanitarian/refugee matters. |
| Assistance in setting up a bank account |
– assistance in obtaining a Greek tax number (Arithmo Forologiko Mitro), – preparing the documentation for corporate accounts, – assistance on completing the bank's forms and other paperwork. |
| Basic taxes for companies in Greece |
– the corporate income tax (22% in general and 29% for credit institutions), – the Greek tonnage tax, – the withholding tax on dividends (10%) |
| Basic taxes for individuals in Greece |
– the personal income tax (charged at the following rates: 9%, 22%, 28%, 36%, 44%), – real estate tax (charged progressively at 15%, 35% and 45%). |
| When can a foreigner apply for a residence permit? |
For investments, for business, residence permit for financially independent persons, for international protection beneficiaries, for employment, family reunification, study. |
| Reasons to invest in Greece |
– major, well-reputed international companies have set up their office in Greece, – important subsidies in certain industries (especially in regions such as Epirus, Central Makedonia, Thrace), – very good instructure, – business hubs, – very good quality of life, – the Golden Visa program. |
| Debt collection services | Our lawyers in Greece can help in contacting debtors, enforcing the legal methods for debt recovery, represent clients in court, address to competent courts and to bailiffs, etc. |
| How we can assist foreign individuals | Foreigners can address our lawyers in Greece if they need legal assistance on immigration matters, in inheritance cases, family-related legal matters (marriage, divorce, division of assets), etc. |
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Legal services on employment |
Our lawyers can help individuals and businesses alike with advice on the immigration law, work visas, the mandatory provisions of an employment contract, in employment disputes (breaches of contracts), payroll matters and others. |
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Assistance in purchasing properties |
Foreigners can rely on our lawyers for the following: – preparing the sale-purchase contract, – verifying if the property is sold in good faith, – due diligence procedures, – registering the new ownership with the Land Registry. |
| Taxes charged for the purchase of properties |
– real estate transfer tax (3.09%), – value added tax (24%), charged only for new buildings (if the VAT applies, the real estate transfer tax is not charged), – the stamp duty, – registration fees, notary fees and lawyers’ fees. |
| Legal assistance on inheritance |
Our lawyers in Greece can help you prepare a will and draw it in accordance with the provisions of the Greek inheritance law. You can also rely on us for any litigation case arising in inheritance matters. |
| When can you ask for a power of attorney? |
The power of attorney is a document that grants the right of legal representation to our lawyers in Greece. The document can be signed for a single legal action or for multiple situations and this is available for both individuals and companies. |
| Permission to buy land in Greece (yes/no) |
Yes |
| Conditions for buying land in Greece |
EU citizens can acquire properties and land in Greece following a more direct route compared to non-EU citizens. Special conditions and/or restrictions can appear based on the region of interest (conditions can be imposed based on the purpose for which the land is used or its location). |
| Legal assistance on maritime procedures |
Our lawyers can assist foreigners with: – incorporating a legal entity operating in the maritime industry, – acquire licenses and permits for boats and ships, – register for taxation and comply with tax procedures applicable in this industry, – assist individuals buy boats for personal purposes, etc. |
| Legal representation in Greek courts (yes/no) | Yes |
| Intellectual property services |
Our attorneys can offer assistance for trademark registration. |
| Cities where you can address our team |
Our clients can find us in Athens and Thessaloniki. |
| Legal assistance in divorce matters |
Individuals can contact us for out-of-court and in-court legal representation. Our clients can rely on us for preparing the paperwork required for the divorce proceedings, the division of assets, child custody and alimony (where applicable) and in any other matters that can pertain to this branch of law. |
| Accounting services available (yes/no) |
Yes |
| Tax registration services |
Both corporate and individual clients can rely on us for professional tax registration services. Our team can help in acquiring a tax identification number, prepare tax reports, submit tax reports and other financial documents, advise in tax minimization formalities and other tax deductions available for foreigners or residents. |
What are your main legal services?
For companies:
- commercial law;
- tax advice for companies;
- audit and accounting services;
- tax returns;
- employment matters;
- contract law, etc.
For natural persons:
- marriage;
- divorce;
- inheritance;
- immigration;
- drawing wills;
- signing a power of attorney.
Can you assist with company formation in Greece?
Of course, this is one of our main areas of expertise. Our law firm in Greece will provide full services, step-by-step, starting with the filing of documents with the Trade Register and finalizing with the registration at the Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
Do you assist foreign investors in Greece?
Yes. Besides company setup we can assist with:
- assistance on the investment laws;
- legal advice on the business immigration formalities (the law distinguishes between EU/EEA investors who can arrive here visa-free and third party nationals, who must abide by visa obligations);
- legal assistance on any matter concerning family reunification following relocating here as a foreign businessman;
- legal advice on the types of documents that need translation and authentication into Greek;
- assistance in selecting a Greek business form, suitable to the investment plans and available capital, etc.
Do we provide legal assistance in company liquidation?
Yes, you can read more about the process here.
How can a Greek lawyer help me relocate to Greece?
In immigration matters, our team is ready to assist foreigners in:
- arriving here on short-term or long-term basis;
- assistance in obtaining a visa (where applicable);
- legal representation in applying for a residence permit (necessary for stays in Greece that are longer than 90 days) or a permanent residence permit;
- legal representation in the process of becoming a Greek citizen.
Can our lawyers in Athens, Greece, help in marriage/divorce matters?
Yes, read more about the divorce process here.
Do your lawyers handle debt collection?
Yes, our team of lawyers provides full legal representation in debt collection procedures.