Our New York based legal and tax service
At Tsaks Consulting Greece, our legal and accounting partners provide a range of legal and accounting services to Greek and American citizens living in New York and working between New York and Greece. We are proud to state that one of our oldest clients is based in New York and we have provided them with support on operating their business in Greece for many years as well as helped them arrange citizenship for their family.
Our team offers English speaking services for Greek matters covering:
- Tax and accounting
- Legal and compliance
- Regulatory
From owning and purchasing property, to operating AIRBNB remotely and expanding your business to Greece, we provide the legal, accounting and general operations and marketing advice to help Americans and greek-Americans from New York to succeed. We also have close relationships with Attorneys in Cyprus whom we work with to establish companies where required.
Our partners assist clients in New York looking for a English and Greek speaking lawyer or accountant in Greece to manage your affairs, execute property acquisitions and disposals and submit your tax and other associated declarations.
The key services we provide, are detailed in our accounting and legal service pages, and include:
- Completing your tax returns including advising on the double tax treaties and how they apply to you in Greece and the United States
- Assistance with purchasing, selling or inheriting a property in Greece including acting on your behalf for legal matters, property registration and so forth.
- Providing assistance with migration, visas and citizenship applications. We have helped many American Citizens of Greek Heritage based in New York and across the United States apply for and arrange their citizenships as well as those of their children.
- Establishing businesses and company formation. This is generally for business people expanding to Europe, or alternatively, Americans who already have property and operations in Greece, and need to formally establish a company for tax purposes.
- Government grant and incentives advice and regulatory compliance. We will help you navigate the requirements for an AFM, EFKA or other requirements. In addition when you are operating in Greece, even if it’s a small family hotel, we can advise and guide you on government incentives that may apply to your operations.
- We can assist you with family law and tax matters. For example, we can help you write a Will in Greece, that reflects and is consistent with your American wishes, and can assist with the process for receiving an inheritance in Greece whether it be property, cash or shares.
How our English and Greek speaking accountants and attorneys can help you
Our team helps Greek American citizens as well as businesspeople in New York by being:
- Responsive. We respond to your requests for information and other services quickly. You do not need to stress about your matters in Greece. We provide the certainty of knowing that we are onto your issue and will constantly and communicate with you. In addition, we do not charge for any minor communication or updates.
- Knowledgeable. Many New York and New York City residents in Greece require advice on issues with tax (and the relevant double tax treaty), residency, property purchases and VAT. We work with clients facing these issues all day long and are knowledgeable about these challenges and the relevant laws. We also keep up to date with changes in the law some of which are favourable to expatriate Greek citizens.
Essentially, we operate and provide a service in the ‘Western Style’. I.e. we:
- Communicate in email and over the phone.
- Are transparent in everything we do.
- Create a case file and keep all your documentation well organised and easily accessible.
- Are always honest, and up-front. We adopt a direct and concise style of communication.
Communicating with our Greek and English speaking attorneys and accountants in Athens from New York
Our team is always available by phone, email and through Zoom or Teams meetings. We often travel to New York to speak with clients throughout the year. We are generally available from 8:00am to 9:00pm Greek time. We also regularly communicate with the Greek Consulate in New York.
Contact us today to discuss your legal, accounting or marketing and operations needs in Greece.
Client testimonials
I am a Greek-American based in New York. I travel frequently to Athens and Thessaloniki. I have a property in Athens and have purchased and sold another property over the years. Tsaks Consulting manages all of my affairs and they do it very well. They are cost effective and do not overcharge in terms of fees for what they do. They all speak English really well and communicate over email so that everything is transparent and compliant. They have internal systems and procedures like any professional services firm here in the US, and most of all, they know what they are doing and manage everything diligently. I have had an excellent experience with them to date and would recommend Tsaks Consulting to any New Yorker or American who needs to ensure they comply with all their tax and other compliance obligations in Greece.
Sophie P | Greek American Dual Citizen based in New York
We are a company headquartered in New York and I was charged with our expansion into Europe. As part of our expansion into Europe. As part of this expansion, we selected Greece as the entry-point country as our owner is of Greek descent (and is also a dual national). We engaged the team at Tsaks Consulting Greece to assist us with our company establishment and expansion. The service and expertise were outstanding. Their accounting and attorney partners were great. Experienced and efficient. They are very commercial in their approach to transactions and they understand business. The communication was easy and they have a strong network of contacts which they introduced us to, one of which has become a potential partner in our European expansion plans. I would recommend Tsaks Consulting Greece to any American business looking to expand into Greece or do business in Greece and Europe. They offer cost effective, on-point advice and service.
Timothy C | European Regional Manager | Multinational Corporation based in New York
Now I know why many of my fellow Greek-Americans in New York State use Tsaks Consulting. They are efficient, responsive professional. They deal with Americans all the time and know the different laws and regulations. They have some knowledge of the American system as well and are able to assist with tax returns in America. The key point however, is that they run a good operation and are on top of everything. I have confidence in the team to manage all of my affairs and know that I will be charged a reasonable fee and not an exorbitant fee.
Dimitri X | American Greek Dual National | New York State
Frequently askes questions
Is there a Greek Attorney or Lawyer in Athens and New York that speaks English?
Yes – The team at Tsaks Consulting can assist. Our Greek registered legal partners are fluent in English.
Is there a tax attorney or accountant in New York State or Athens – Greece that understands the Greek American Double Tax treaty and provide advice on it?
Yes. Our tax and accounting partners have a comprehensive knowledge of the Greek American Double Tax Treaty and are able to provide you with advice on the best and most compliant way to structure your affairs.
Can you help me get a loan in Greece for a property construction or property purchase? I am an American Greek living in New York.
Yes – we certainly can. It really depends on your situation and what you are looking for and the nature of your project or purchase. Either way, we can refer you to a loan broker that can assist, based on your needs and the loan amount and type you require. Contact our team for more information or guidance.
Is there a Greek inheritance lawyer in New York that speaks English and can assist me with a family matter?
Yes. Here at Tsaks Consulting our legal partners speak fluent English and are able to assist with probates and inheritance matters. We have comprehensive experience in these areas and are able to assist you both in New York and in Greece.
What are your fees for assistance with Tax and Legal needs?
Our fees depend on your individual situation and what you require. Sometimes we provide a fixed fee, whilst other times we are able to provide an hourly rate. Either way, talk to us about your needs and what services you are looking for and our team will come back to you with a free fee proposal / quote.