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I.E Papaioannou & Associates | Rhodes Law Firm stands as a prominent legal practice in Greece, offering comprehensive legal services in key areas such as estate planning, personal injury law, and public defense. With a well-established presence in Rhodes, the firm combines in-depth local knowledge with broad legal expertise, serving a diverse clientele that includes individuals, families, and businesses. Their team of skilled attorneys is dedicated to tailoring legal strategies that align with each client's unique circumstances, ensuring optimal protection of their interests and rights.
The firm's reputation has been built on a foundation of trust, professionalism, and results-oriented advocacy. I.E Papaioannou & Associates is recognized for its meticulous attention to detail in estate planning, providing clients with effective solutions to safeguard their assets and secure their legacies. In the area of personal injury law, the firm's attorneys are noted for their assertive representation, aiming to achieve fair compensation and justice for those affected by accidents or negligence.
Client service lies at the core of the firm's philosophy. I.E Papaioannou & Associates emphasizes transparent communication, responsive support, and a compassionate approach, particularly in sensitive personal injury and public defense matters. Clients benefit from direct access to experienced legal professionals who prioritize their needs and work diligently to resolve legal issues efficiently and ethically. The firm's commitment to high ethical standards and personalized service has earned them longstanding trust and respect within the community and the wider legal sector.
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Our lawyers have extensive experience in all aspects of commercial and business law, including contract drafting and negotiation, corporate structuring, joint ventures, mergers and acquisitions, and intellectual property law. We provide practical and effective solutions to businesses of all sizes, from start-ups to large corporations, in a wide range of industries.
Our team will work closely with you to understand your business needs and goals, and provide you with legal advice and support to help you achieve them. Whether you are negotiating a commercial contract, dealing with disputes, or looking to expand your business through mergers and acquisitions, our lawyers will be by your side every step of the way.
In addition, we also offer general business operation legal services, such as data protection, GDPR compliance, and intellectual property rights. Our lawyers will help you review and update your contracts with suppliers, customers, and employees to ensure they are relevant and protect you against potential legal disputes. We will also help you address website cookie and privacy policies, sales terms and conditions, and other regulatory requirements to ensure your business is compliant with all laws and regulations.
Additionally, we offer legal assistance in the areas of agency, distribution, and franchising that can be risky for businesses at local, national, and international levels. We provide guidance to our clients to minimize their legal risks from the outset, as we understand the potential pitfalls that may arise in such transactions. Our team has extensive experience in drafting, negotiating, and advising on agreements for a diverse range of products, brands, and services. With a proven track record in successfully handling litigation cases stemming from agency, distribution, and franchise agreements, our team is highly skilled and experienced in these matters.
We deliver legal advice in IT and e-commerce market area. Our team has a broad industry knowledge and the ability to follow the hyper-speed pace of the evolution of the industry.
We support our clients on the legal issues which they face under EU and Greek law when they “go on-line”, as well as for issues such as:
We are committed to providing our clients with the highest quality legal services, and we are dedicated to helping businesses succeed in a competitive and rapidly changing market.
Our legal experts will work with you to resolve any disputes in a fair and amicable manner, striving to reach a mutually acceptable agreement that protects your rights and interests. We understand the emotional toll that family law matters can take, and we are committed to providing you with the support and guidance you need to make informed decisions about your future. We will work tirelessly to ensure that your case is handled professionally and with the utmost care and attention.
Our family law services also include mediation and alternative dispute resolution methods to help families resolve their disputes in a timely and cost-effective manner. Our team of lawyers will provide you with practical and tailored advice to meet your specific needs and to help you achieve your goals. Whether you are seeking a divorce, trying to reach a custody agreement, or dealing with any other family law matter, our team of legal experts is here to help you every step of the way.
At I.E Papaioannou Law Office, our goal is to provide you with the peace of mind that comes with knowing that your family law matter is in capable and experienced hands.
Non-EU residents who can demonstrate a monthly taxable income of more than 2,000 euros in their home country may qualify for a Greek residence permit.
For individuals, we offer advice and legal assistance if they wish to establish permanent residency in Greece, be it for work, study, or simply residing in the country. We help them in obtaining the appropriate residence permit that suits their needs. One of the most sought-after residency permits in Greece is the permit for foreign high-value real estate buyers.
By purchasing such property, non-European Union nationals have the opportunity to obtain a five-year residency permit in Greece and the freedom to travel within the Schengen Area countries without the need for additional visas.
Visa Type D- Long-stay-Visa (stay for longer than 90 days up to 1 year)
A type-D Visa allows the holder to stay in Greece for a period exceeding 90 days but no longer than 365 days. The duration for the visa depends on the reason for applying. The holder is entitled to exit and enter Greece as many times as they want during the permitted time. A benefit for acquiring this type of visa is the ability to travel to other Schengen Area Countries for one quarter per semester.
To ensure you are applying for the correct visa you can visit a comprehensive guide on Greece Visas
Our legal team provides guidance with the required documentation for each step of your application.
Residence Permit for Special Purposes (article 17, L.4251/2020)
Our specialists are knowledgeable in immigration law regarding residence permits for investment purposes and for individuals seeking residency for reasons such as education, sports, intellectual property creators, humanitarian considerations, scientific research and work etc.
Additionally, we support Greek businesses in resolving all legal concerns related to their staff’s residency. Our role in these cases often involves offering assistance to the company’s employees.
Residence Permit for Investment Activity and Strategic Investments
For more information about types of residence permits for foreign direct investments you can visit (add Golden Visa hyper link)
The Real Estate market in Greece evolving as the global interest in Real Estate assets continues to grow. Greece is gaining international attention, in respect of tourism-oriented and business-oriented Real Estate investments. With a deep understanding of the latest developments in the field and extensive experience handling complex transactions, our lawyers offer tailored and practical advice to meet the unique needs of each client. We are committed to ensuring that our clients make informed decisions and protect their interests throughout the entire process.
From the start of a project until its successful completion, our team is dedicated to offering ongoing support and guidance for every decision that must be made. We believe in the importance of effective communication and are committed to keeping our clients informed and updated every step of the way.
The commercial property legal team at I.E Papaionnou will also help you with:
Due Diligence for a commercial property
We’ll work closely with you to conduct the due diligence on how the property can be used, the insurances required, the lease for the property, its titles and maintenance costs as well as any covenants and regulations. This will ensure we identify any areas where action needs to be taken prior to the sale or purchase. If you are also acquiring a business, we will work alongside our team of company lawyers who specialise in business sales and purchases. For more information about our company and commercial legal expertise click here.
We understand the importance of harnessing innovation, digital transformation and safeguarding intellectual property rights in transactional matters.OverviewIntellectual property rights have increasingly become a valuable asset in protecting the innovation and brand of businesses and individuals. With the rapid growth of technology and the internet, the digital world has become increasingly important area for Intellectual Property Law. It refers to the legal protection of inventions and creative work that also exist in a digital form. Intellectual property rights in Greece refer to industrial property such as inventions, geographical indications of source, trademarks, designs used in commerce as well as literary and artistic work.
They are legally qualified from the Hellenic Industrial Property Organization (OBI) which also provides technological information from worldwide databases.Inventions are creations such as products, processes or industrial applications which involve an inventive step and are susceptible of industrial application. Our team can successfully navigate the process of protecting an invention via registration of Patent or other title of protection in domestic law (Greek Copyright Law, Greek Trademark Law, Greek Patent Law, Greek Industrial Design Law).
Additionally, there are several international treaties and national laws that provide a framework for the protection of IP rights in the digital environments.Under Greek law, trademarks serve multiple purposes as identifiers of origin of goods and services, guarantee and advertising objective of a brand both in the online and offline world. According to art. 123 of law 4072/2012 on Trademarks, any sign capable of being represented graphically and of distinguishing the goods and/or services of one undertaking from those of another may be regarded as a trademark.
Our lawyers have the experience and knowledge to guide you through the complicated process of identifying whether a trademark can or cannot be recognized by law, tackling procedural challenges and walk you through the legal process of submitting an application to protect it.We provide services to a wide range of clients in the art market, including both Greek and international clients, such as galleries, dealers, and auction houses, as well as art collectors, artists, foundations, and museums. Our services cover various aspects of the art industry, including:
It is important to note that the enforcement of intellectual property rights in Greece can be a complex and time-consuming process. Our team protects the exploitations of intangible assets to exceed our clients’ goals. We provide guidance to clients on every aspect of patents and trademarks, including in the context of legal disputes, managing intellectual property portfolios, licensing arrangements, copyright, and offering strategic counsel. Innovation plays a key role in the success of our clients and our firm. Our legal services approach is focused on leveraging technology and creative solutions to provide effective, streamlined legal support.
