Vassilios C. Sioufas is a highly experienced lawyer qualified with both the Cyprus and Piraeus Bar Associations, specializing in civil, commercial, corporate, banking, and shipping law. He is the main founder of V.C. Sioufas & Co LLC and a co-founder of the associated office in Greece, SLS Partners. Vassilios provides comprehensive legal services to multinational corporations, family offices, and high-net-worth individuals, with a particular focus on corporate law, family office services, and shipping law. He is admitted to practice in civil, administrative, and penal courts in Cyprus and Greece, including the Supreme Court.

Core Areas of Expertise:

• Corporate Law: Advises on corporate structuring, mergers & acquisitions, joint ventures, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance for multinational and national companies.
• Family Office Services: Trusted legal advisor for family offices, specializing in wealth management, estate planning, succession, asset protection, and governance of family businesses.
• Shipping Law: In-depth experience advising shipping companies on international maritime law, including charter agreements, shipbuilding contracts, and maritime dispute resolution.
• Corporate governance, structuring, and regulatory compliance for multinational entities.
• Drafting, negotiation, and review of contracts for business transactions and shipping operations.
• General counsel services for families and family offices, ensuring seamless management of their legal and financial matters.

Corporate Law Experience:

• Provides legal guidance on corporate structuring, helping businesses establish efficient governance frameworks and ensuring compliance with regulatory obligations.
• Negotiates and advises on mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures, offering solutions for complex corporate transactions.
• Drafts and reviews corporate agreements, including shareholders’ agreements and board resolutions.
• Advises companies on cross-border operations and international business expansion, ensuring alignment with both local and international regulations.

Family Office Services Experience:

• Acts as the private general counsel for prominent family offices, offering tailored legal advice on wealth preservation, succession planning, and asset management.
• Expertise in setting up family governance frameworks, family charters, and structuring cross-border estates.
• Assists in philanthropic ventures and international investment management for high-net-worth families.

Shipping Law Experience:

• Advises shipping companies on shipbuilding contracts, charter parties, and international shipping finance.
• Handles disputes involving marine insurance, cargo claims, and ship arrests.
• Represents clients in arbitration and litigation proceedings related to shipping disputes.
• Facilitates the establishment and governance of shipping companies, ensuring compliance with international maritime regulations.

Professional Experience:

• Main Founder – V.C. Sioufas & Co LLC
  Established the Cyprus office in 2016, focusing on corporate law, family office services, and shipping. Vassilios leads the firm’s operations, providing strategic legal counsel to international and national clients.
• SLS Partners – Co-Founder
  Co-founded SLS Partners in Athens, Greece, where he continues to offer legal counsel on complex matters related to corporate governance, local and international business operations.
• Legal Counsel for Family Offices and Multinational Clients
  Provides continuous legal support to family offices and corporations, helping manage wealth, investments, and corporate structures while ensuring compliance with international law.

Education:

• Master of Laws (LL.M.) – International and Commercial Law, University of Buckingham, England.
• Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) – Democritus University of Thrace, Greece.
• Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) – University of Buckingham, England.

Languages:

• Native Greek speaker, fluent in English.

Affiliations:

• Member of the Cyprus Bar Association.
• Member of the Piraeus Bar Association.
• President of the Board of the Ioannis & Vassiliki Fragakis Charitable Foundation (2023).

Nicoleta is a highly skilled attorney with eight years of comprehensive experience in corporate law, contract law, and banking law. Since joining V.C. Sioufas & Co. LLC in 2020, Nicoleta has brought a wealth of legal knowledge and expertise to the firm, playing a key role in advising clients on complex legal matters and navigating the intricate regulatory frameworks of both national and international law.

Admitted to the Cyprus Courts and a member of the Cyprus Bar Association (CBA), Nicoleta holds a prestigious ICPAC ICA Certification in Anti-Money Laundering (AML), a qualification which strengthens her ability to provide top-tier legal services in the highly regulated financial sector.

Her educational background includes a Bachelor’s Degree in Law from Democritus University of Thrace, and a Master’s Degree in European Union Law from the Open University of Cyprus. These qualifications have equipped her with a deep understanding of both national and EU law, allowing her to effectively navigate the evolving legal landscape, particularly in matters concerning cross-border regulations and compliance.

Fluent in Greek, English, and French, Nicoleta has a unique ability to communicate effectively with diverse clients, stakeholders, and regulatory bodies, enhancing her capacity to handle multi-jurisdictional transactions and legal matters with ease.

Areas of Expertise

Corporate Law & Compliance
• Advises corporate entities on legal compliance with both national and EU regulations, ensuring businesses are operating within the boundaries of the law.
• Works closely with regulatory bodies to manage audits, investigations, and responses to compliance challenges, helping businesses mitigate legal risks.
• Provides strategic advice on legal changes, ensuring businesses remain adaptable and proactive in response to regulatory changes.

Contract Drafting & Negotiation
• Specializes in the drafting, reviewing, and negotiating of a wide variety of contracts, including shareholder agreements, business acquisitions, and non-disclosure agreements (NDAs).
• Ensures that contracts are legally sound and tailored to protect the business interests of clients, mitigating potential disputes or liabilities.

Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)
• Offers expert legal counsel throughout the M&A process, from due diligence and regulatory approvals to post-merger integration.
• Provides strategic insights to ensure smooth and efficient M&A transactions, safeguarding the interests of both buyers and sellers.

Corporate Structuring & Restructuring
• Advises on business reorganizations, subsidiary formations, and corporate governance, providing guidance on the most efficient legal structures for businesses.
• Supports clients in corporate restructuring efforts, helping companies adapt to new market conditions or regulatory requirements.

Cross-Border Transactions
• Specializes in international business transactions, providing legal advice on the complexities of operating across multiple jurisdictions.
• Ensures compliance with multi-jurisdictional laws, helping businesses navigate the legal challenges of cross-border deals, trade, and investment.

Nicoleta’s strategic approach, combined with her in-depth legal expertise, allows her to provide valuable guidance to businesses, ensuring they are equipped to navigate complex legal challenges with confidence. Her ability to combine legal insight with practical solutions helps her clients achieve their goals while maintaining regulatory compliance and mitigating legal risks.

Michalis has been an integral part of V.C. Sioufas & Co. LLC since 2017, bringing with him over 20 years of professional experience in accounting, taxation, and financial advisory services. His extensive expertise in these areas ensures that clients receive accurate, timely, and insightful financial guidance tailored to their specific needs.

As an Accountant, Michalis plays a crucial role in managing client communications, ensuring all accounting and tax-related matters are handled efficiently. His responsibilities also extend to advisory services, where he provides strategic financial insights to clients, helping them make informed decisions and navigate the complexities of financial regulations.

His strong background in economics, finance, and business management allows him to offer comprehensive support in areas such as tax planning, financial reporting, and budgeting, ensuring that the firm’s clients stay compliant with national and international financial standards.

Areas of Expertise:

Client Communication & Support
• Acts as a primary point of contact for clients, ensuring smooth communication and effective collaboration.
• Provides support in addressing client queries, offering timely solutions and personalized guidance on financial matters.

Accounting & Tax Advisory
• Manages the accounting needs of clients, overseeing financial transactions, bookkeeping, and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.
• Specializes in tax advisory, assisting clients with tax planning, ensuring optimal tax positions, and helping them navigate both corporate and personal tax requirements.

Financial Reporting & Planning
• Prepares and reviews financial statements, ensuring accuracy and alignment with international accounting standards.
• Advises clients on financial planning, helping businesses structure their finances effectively and make informed decisions.

Business Advisory
• Provides guidance on budgeting, cash flow management, and overall financial strategies.
• Offers support for business owners and executives in managing their financial health and optimizing performance.

Michalis holds a BSc in Economics & Finance and an MBA in Finance from the University of Nicosia, giving him a solid academic foundation in both financial theory and practical application. Fluent in both Greek and English, Michalis has a versatile communication style, making him highly effective when working with a diverse client base.

His practical experience, combined with his strong educational background, ensures that Michalis remains a trusted advisor for clients, offering clear, actionable financial advice in complex scenarios.

Andriana is a highly skilled finance professional with a robust background in accounting, auditing, and financial management. With over a decade of specialized experience in budgeting, business planning, payroll, VAT, and corporate tax, she brings a wealth of knowledge to her role at V.C. Sioufas & Co. LLC. Since joining the firm in 2017 as an Accounting Officer, Andriana has consistently played a pivotal role in ensuring the firm’s financial operations run smoothly, efficiently, and in full compliance with all regulatory requirements.

Her role encompasses a broad range of responsibilities, where she oversees the firm’s accounting operations, ensuring the accuracy of financial records and the timely preparation of financial statements. Andriana plays an instrumental role in maintaining compliance with tax regulations and Money Laundering Regulations (MLR), ensuring that the firm adheres to the highest standards of financial integrity. She also coordinates audits with external auditors, ensuring the firm’s financial reporting is transparent and accurate.

In addition to managing the firm’s internal accounting and compliance processes, Andriana is actively involved in providing client accounting services, including financial analysis, budgeting, and tax planning. Her strategic financial guidance helps clients make informed business decisions, optimize tax liabilities, and stay compliant with local and international financial regulations.

Andriana’s educational background includes an MSc in Financial and Business Management from Kingston University, where she specialized in mergers and acquisitions within the banking industry, equipping her with a deep understanding of corporate finance and strategic financial management. She also holds a BA (Hons) in Business Management from the same institution, where she focused on auditing, taxation, corporate financial reporting, and financial management—all of which form the foundation of her expertise in corporate finance.

Her multilingual proficiency, speaking both English and Greek, allows Andriana to engage with a diverse range of clients and international financial institutions, further enhancing her ability to manage complex financial operations across borders.

In her role at V.C. Sioufas & Co. LLC, Andriana’s ability to integrate financial expertise with legal compliance ensures that both the firm and its clients maintain the highest levels of financial and regulatory integrity. Whether managing internal finances or assisting clients with their financial planning and reporting needs, Andriana is a key contributor to the firm’s ongoing success.

With over 17 years of experience in corporate administration and regulatory compliance, Marina is a highly valued member of the V.C. Sioufas & Co. LLC team. She joined the firm in 2021 as a Compliance Officer and Corporate Administrator, bringing with her extensive expertise in corporate governance, risk management, and regulatory compliance. Marina plays a key role in ensuring the firm’s compliance with Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter-Financing of Terrorism (CFT) regulations, safeguarding the firm’s reputation and ensuring the highest levels of transparency and legal compliance across all operations.

In her role, Marina is responsible for conducting comprehensive Know Your Customer (KYC) and due diligence reviews, overseeing the firm’s regulatory reporting processes, and managing corporate governance matters with a strong focus on ensuring full compliance with local and international standards. She liaises with authorities, auditors, and key stakeholders to ensure that all aspects of corporate governance and legal documentation are meticulously handled, fostering trust and integrity across the firm’s client base.

Her expertise is not just in regulatory compliance; Marina’s background in corporate governance and risk management also allows her to approach complex compliance frameworks with a holistic, strategic mindset. Her approach to compliance is proactive, helping clients avoid legal pitfalls while ensuring seamless operations in a rapidly changing regulatory environment.

Marina’s multilingual skills further enhance her ability to manage compliance for a diverse, international client base. Fluent in Greek and English and proficient in German, she brings a global perspective to compliance management, enabling her to navigate cross-border regulatory challenges with ease. Her ability to communicate effectively in multiple languages also facilitates clear and transparent communication with international clients, authorities, and partners.

Education & Certifications:

• MSc in Human Resource Management & Organizational Behavior – Cyprus International Institute of Management
• BA in German & Greek Philology and Language – National and Kapodistrian University of Athens
• CySEC Advanced Certificate
• ICA Certification in AML (ICPAC & CBA Members)
• Associate Member of CISI

Her diverse educational background, combined with certifications in AML and advanced expertise in human resources and organizational behavior, enables Marina to handle a wide array of compliance issues across different sectors, from banking and finance to corporate governance.

Marina is passionate about ensuring that V.C. Sioufas & Co. LLC not only meets regulatory requirements but exceeds them, providing clients with the peace of mind that comes with knowing their legal and compliance needs are in expert hands. Her attention to detail, proactive approach, and strategic mindset make her a key player in the firm’s mission to offer exceptional, comprehensive legal services to its clients.

As the firm continues to grow and expand its global footprint, Marina’s expertise and leadership in compliance ensure that V.C. Sioufas & Co. LLC remains at the forefront of regulatory excellence.

Ekaterina is a skilled Corporate Administrator who joined V.C. Sioufas & Co. in 2024, bringing a wealth of expertise in banking, corporate governance, and compliance. Her professional experience spans various critical areas, with a focus on the seamless formation and administration of companies. In her role, Ekaterina manages a wide array of responsibilities, from overseeing the formation of legal entities to ensuring the accurate preparation, legalization, and filing of corporate and legal documentation.

Her expertise extends to the re-domiciliation of legal entities, ensuring a smooth transition for businesses operating across borders while adhering to relevant legal and regulatory frameworks. Ekaterina also plays a key role in daily client liaison, offering reliable support to maintain organized records and ensure that our clients’ needs are met with precision and care.

With a solid academic foundation, Ekaterina holds a degree in Sport Management from the prestigious Russian State University of Physical Education, Sport & Tourism. She further honed her expertise in business and finance with an MBA in Finance from Moscow Business School’s Technological Institute. Additionally, Ekaterina earned a Professional Business English certification from the European University of Cyprus and EF Moscow, which enhances her ability to communicate effectively with clients across different sectors.

Fluent in English and Greek, with native proficiency in Russian and a beginner level of German, Ekaterina brings a multi-lingual and culturally diverse perspective to her work, making her a valuable asset to our international clientele. Her commitment to excellence and her dedication to providing tailored solutions ensure that every client receives the highest level of service.