Christos Oikonomakis

Oikonomakis Christos has an extensive international presence, being registered as a European Bar in multiple jurisdictions, namely in the Bar Associations of Düsseldorf (Germany), Paris (France), Barcelona (Spain), Brussels (Belgium), Sofia (Bulgaria), Cyprus and Malta.

In addition, he is registered as a Foreign Lawyer in the United Kingdom (London), Australia (Melbourne) and Israel (Tel Aviv).

He is a Lawyer at the Supreme Court and the Council of State, a member of the Piraeus Greece Bar Association and an accredited mediator according to Law 4640/2019, as well as a Lawyer registered with the Bucharest Bar Association, Romania.

At the same time, he is a member of international legal organizations, including the International Bar Association (IBA), the Union Internationale des Avocats (UIA), the European Lawyers' Union (U.A.E.) and the American Bar Association (ABA – International Section).

He speaks English and Greek.

He specializes in national and cross-border disputes, dispute resolution and complex multi-jurisdictional cases, often taking on the role of lead counsel in international commercial disputes, corporate conflicts, claims cases, enforcement proceedings and high-value cases that require a coordinated legal strategy between different legal systems and in particular in:

A. Corporate, Commercial & Investment Law

He provides legal advice on corporate structure, mergers and acquisitions (M&A), joint ventures and cross-border transactions, including the establishment and restructuring of corporate groups and investment schemes. He systematically supports international clients in acquisitions, business sales, and commercial transactions across multiple jurisdictions.

B. Dispute Resolution & Cross-Border Judicial Management

He has significant experience in complex litigation spanning multiple jurisdictions, including international commercial disputes, corporate conflicts, and high-value cases. He assumes the role of Lead Legal Counsel or Coordinating Advisor, managing strategies of multi-jurisdictional litigation in collaboration with local lawyers where required.

C. Real Estate, Investments & Residence Permits

He advises international investors on buying, selling, and structuring real estate investments, with particular expertise in residency by investment programs, including Golden Visa programs. Services include due diligence, transaction structure, and ongoing asset management support.

D. Banking, Financial & Regulatory Law

It provides legal support in financial transactions, debt restructurings, and enforcement proceedings, as well as regulatory compliance issues, including AML/KYC frameworks. At the same time, he advises on fintech, payment services and cross-border financial activities.

E. Energy, Infrastructure & Industrial Projects

It provides legal services in energy and infrastructure projects, including investments in renewable energy, construction projects, and industrial activities. His business includes contract structuring, regulatory compliance, and dispute management.

F. Marine, Maritime & Transport Law

It is active in the shipping and transport sector, providing advice on transactions, disputes, marine insurance and transport issues. He handles cases of international freight forwarding and maritime claims in multiple jurisdictions.

G. Technology, Data Protection & Digital Economy

He provides consulting on technology, data protection (GDPR), e-commerce, digital platforms, and software issues, supporting both established businesses and growing technology companies.

H. Intellectual Property

Advises on the protection, registration and enforcement of intellectual property rights, including trademarks and copyrights, in particular across borders.

I. Criminal Law & International Criminal Law

He handles complex economic and financial crime cases, as well as cases with an international dimension, such as extraditions, international arrest warrants and transnational judicial cooperation.

J. Labor Law & Immigration

It provides advice on labour law and international labour mobility issues, including work permits, executive movement and cross-border labour structures.

K. Tax Planning

In collaboration with specialized tax advisors, it provides international tax planning services, especially in the context of investments and corporate structures.

L. Private Clients & Property Management

It provides legal services to high-net-worth individuals, in matters of citizenship, inheritance and family law, as well as cross-border property management.

Oikonomakis Christos is the Founder and President of Oikonomakis Law, an internationally structured legal platform that provides comprehensive and coordinated legal services in multiple jurisdictions and in particular in:

A. Europe:

1. London (United Kingdom)


2. Hamburg & Düsseldorf (Germany)


3. Paris (France)


4. Barcelona (Spain)


5. Brussels (Belgium)


6. Bucharest (Romania)


7. Athens – Thessaloniki – Piraeus – Heraklion (Greece)


8. Sofia (Bulgaria)


9. Nicosia (Cyprus)


10. Valletta (Malta)


11. Tirana (Albania)*

B. Asia:

1. New Delhi (India)*


2. Dubai (United Arab Emirates)* – Licensed entity by IFZA for company formation in United Arab Emirates


3. Tel Aviv (Israel)

C. Oceania:

1. Melbourne (Australia)

Footnote:

The above Offices operate through cooperating schemes, and maintain full legal and operational independence, while at the same time they apply uniform operating standards, protocols and make use of the corporate identity (brand) of Oikonomakis Law.