STEP Law Firm, known locally as Thomas Karachristos & Associates STEP Law Firm, is a Greece based Athens law practice delivering sophisticated legal services to corporate and individual clients. The firm advises on corporate and commercial matters, banking and finance, real estate, intellectual property and other areas that require a practical, business-minded approach. It combines rigorous legal analysis with client-oriented service to help clients navigate complex transactions, regulatory challenges and disputes, while maintaining a reputation for integrity and timely, pragmatic counsel.
Founded in November 2003 by Thomas Karachristos, the firm has grown into a focused five-attorney team that collaborates across disciplines to provide integrated advice. The partners and associates draw on Greek and international training, including the founder's education in Lille II and Assas, and the firm serves a client base that includes local businesses and cross-border interests.
STEP Law Firm emphasizes integrity and a client-centered approach to legal service. It markets itself with the motto Solution To Every Problem and selects partners according to stringent criteria to ensure strong representation. The team collaborates closely to deliver tailored strategies, clear communication and value-driven solutions that address clients needs efficiently.
About KARACHRISTOS THOMAS & ASSOCIATES (STEP) Law Firm
STEP Law Firm specializes in commercial and corporate law with the infrastructure, training and experience to fully support a business in external relations with investors, suppliers, partners and customers, as well as internal relations among partners, directors and employees. The firm has significant experience drafting standard and bespoke contracts across general and specific civil obligations, including sales, exchanges, assignments, guarantees, service agreements and commercial leases, and it handles modern commercial contracts such as agency, distribution, franchising and the sale of business assets. The firm is particularly noted for creating special sui generis or hybrid contracts to meet unusual client needs and for advising on corporate structures and internal governance.
Administrative
Admiralty & Maritime
Agriculture
Antitrust
Aviation
Business Registration
Contract
Due Diligence
Franchising
Gaming
Government Contract
Licensing
Merger & Acquisition
Transportation
Venture Capital
Cannabis Law
Nonprofit & Charitable Organizations
International Trade Law
Government Relations & Lobbying
Private Equity
Corporate Governance
Sanctions & Export Controls
The Banking & Finance practice reflects STEP Law Firm's robust expertise in financial and banking law, including distressed debt management and negotiating settlements that protect clients' interests. The firm supports lenders and borrowers in restructurings, debt settlements, regulatory compliance and dispute resolution, drawing on practical experience with red loans and close ties to the Greek banking sector.
Investment & Business Structuring
Investment
Securities
Financial Services Regulation
Tax Increment Financing
Project Finance
Structured Finance
Acquisition / Leveraged Finance
Debt Capital Markets
Equity Capital Markets
Sustainable Finance
Public-Private Partnerships (PPP)
Funds & Asset Management
In Real Estate, STEP Law Firm provides comprehensive services including due diligence and drafting complex acquisition contracts for hotels, islands, farmland and assets in liquidation. The firm assists with title protection, negotiation of terms, and advisory on leases, energy projects, permits, zoning and regulatory compliance to support development and investment activities.
Commercial Real Estate
Housing, Construction & Development
Foreclosure
Land Use & Zoning
Landlord & Tenant
Mortgage
Real Estate Due Diligence
Real Estate Contracts and Negotiations
Brokerage
Conveyancing
The Intellectual Property practice covers protection and monetization of ideas, trademarks, copyrights and trade secrets, with services in licensing, domain names, data protection and digital commerce. The firm also handles complex technology agreements, portfolio management and compliance related to intellectual property and competitive law.
Copyright
Patent
Trademark
Art & Cultural Property Law
The Bankruptcy & Debt practice focuses on insolvency and corporate restructuring, guiding distressed companies through restructuring processes, coordinating with financial advisors, and implementing rescue plans while managing creditor relations and regulatory compliance.
Bankruptcy
Debt & Collection
Credit Repair
Creditor
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