Theodoros N. Spanos

About the LawyerTheodoros N. Spanos is the Managing Partner of Spanos – Fouskarinis and Associates Law Firm based in Athens, Greece. His practice focuses on Commercial and Residential Real Estate Acquisition & Investment, with particular emphasis on Residency-by-Investment programs.Theodoros has extensive experience advising clients on matters related to the Greek Golden Visa Program, offering comprehensive legal guidance on compliance, due diligence, and regulatory frameworks. He also routinely advises on complex cross-border transactions, including joint ventures, mergers and acquisitions, structured finance arrangements, and international banking operations.His clientele includes high-net-worth individuals, local and international corporations and leading financial institutions, whom he represents with discretion and strategic legal insight in high-stakes, multi-jurisdictional matters.As Founder and Managing Partner of SF Legal Law Firm (Spanos – Fouskarinis and Associates Law Firm), Theodoros has shaped a practice dedicated to real estate investment and residence-by-investment in Greece. He is widely recognized for his role in guiding foreign investors through property acquisitions that qualify for Greek residency, combining in-depth knowledge of real estate law with practical, investment-oriented advice.Over more than a decade of legal practice in Greece, he has focused primarily on real estate transactions connected to the Greek Golden Visa and related residency programs, helping international clients structure and complete investment property deals in compliance with Greek and EU regulatory requirements.ExperienceTheodoros has been practicing law in Greece for more than ten years, during which he has concentrated his work on real estate investment and residency-by-investment structures. Since establishing SF Legal Law Firm in 2016, he has led a team of lawyers and staff that serves a predominantly international client base seeking to invest in Greek real estate for both portfolio diversification and immigration purposes.His experience covers the full lifecycle of real estate investment: from strategic planning and property selection through negotiation, acquisition, financing, and ongoing regulatory compliance. He frequently acts on complex, high-value real estate transactions involving foreign individuals, family offices, corporations, and financial institutions investing in residential and commercial properties across Greece.Theodoros also has substantial experience in cross-border investment structures, including joint ventures, mergers and acquisitions with significant real estate components, and structured finance arrangements that use property assets as collateral or central investment vehicles. In these matters, he integrates real estate law, banking regulations, and investment migration rules to deliver cohesive, transaction-ready solutions.In addition to transactional work, he advises on risk management and due diligence for real estate portfolios, assessing title, zoning, taxation, and regulatory issues that may affect asset value or eligibility for residency-by-investment programs. His long-standing focus on the Greek Golden Visa framework has allowed him to guide hundreds of foreign clients through investment routes to residency based on qualifying property acquisitions.SpecialtyTheodoros’ core specialization lies in Real Estate Investment Law with an emphasis on residency-linked acquisitions. His practice is centered on:

• Commercial and Residential Real Estate AcquisitionHe advises on the acquisition, ownership, leasing, and transfer of both commercial and residential properties in Greece, paying particular attention to investments made by non-resident individuals and entities. His work includes review and negotiation of sale and purchase agreements, lease contracts, and related documentation to ensure that transactions are legally secure and aligned with clients’ investment objectives.
• Residency-by-Investment and Greek Golden Visa TransactionsA major focus of his practice is structuring and executing property investments that qualify for the Greek Golden Visa and other residency-by-investment programs. He provides end-to-end legal support for foreign nationals acquiring Greek real estate to obtain residency, including assessment of qualifying investment thresholds, preparation and verification of transaction documents, and coordination of the residency application process in parallel with property closing.
• Real Estate Due Diligence and ComplianceTheodoros conducts comprehensive legal due diligence on targeted properties, examining title, encumbrances, zoning, planning permissions, and tax status to identify and mitigate legal risks before investment. He advises on compliance with Greek property law, investment migration regulations, and applicable EU rules, ensuring that both the asset and the transaction structure meet the requirements for secure ownership and residency eligibility.
• Cross-Border Real Estate Investment StructuresHe frequently designs and implements cross-border structures for real estate investment, including joint ventures, corporate vehicles, and financing arrangements used by international investors. In these matters, he coordinates the real estate aspects with corporate, banking, and regulatory considerations so that the investment vehicle, funding structure, and property acquisition operate cohesively and efficiently.
• Strategic Advisory for International InvestorsDrawing on his experience with high-net-worth individuals, global families, and institutional clients, Theodoros provides strategic advice on building and managing real estate portfolios in Greece. This includes guidance on market entry, asset selection aligned with residency goals, long-term investment planning, and exit strategies, all framed within the legal constraints and opportunities of Greek real estate and investment migration law.

EducationPublicly available sources do not provide verified details regarding Theodoros N. Spanos’s academic degrees, universities attended, or formal legal certifications. As a result, specific educational information is not included here.

• Industry ranking: Theodoros N. Spanos is listed by Global Law Experts as a GOLD lawyer in Real Estate Investment for Spanos – Fouskarinis & Associates Law Firm in Greece.
• Professional recognition: Global Advisory Experts lists Theodoros N. Spanos in its Real Estate & Investment Roundtable as a lawyer specializing in Real Estate Investment at Spanos – Fouskarinis & Associates Law Firm.
• Leadership role: He is identified as the Founder, Managing Partner & Attorney at law at SF Legal Law Firm / Spanos – Fouskarinis & Associates Law Firm.
• Leadership role: Leaders in Law describes Theodoros N. Spanos as a litigator and Managing Partner specializing in Golden Visa, real estate, and banking law.
• Practice leadership: Global Law Experts states that he is the Managing Partner of Spanos – Fouskarinis & Associates Law Firm and focuses on Commercial and Residential Real Estate Acquisition & Investment, with emphasis on Residency-by-Investment programs.