Fraud & Asset Recovery
Strategic representation in fraud investigations, asset tracing, asset recovery and cross-border enforcement proceedings involving Greece.
Karydas – Fouskarinis & Associates Law Office advises businesses, financial institutions, investors and private clients in matters involving fraud, asset tracing and asset recovery.
Fraud cases frequently involve multiple jurisdictions, concealed assets, offshore structures, frozen bank accounts, cryptocurrency transfers and parallel civil, criminal and regulatory proceedings. We assist clients in identifying, preserving, tracing and recovering assets located in Greece, while coordinating with foreign lawyers, investigators, insolvency practitioners and enforcement professionals.
Our practice combines litigation, criminal law expertise and cross-border strategic planning to maximize recovery prospects.
Key Areas of Practice
1. Asset Tracing
Successful recovery often begins with locating assets.
Asset tracing may involve bank accounts, real estate, corporate interests, investment structures, trusts and digital assets located in Greece or abroad.
We assist with:
- tracing misappropriated assets;
- identification of beneficial ownership structures;
- real estate investigations;
- corporate asset identification;
- banking-related inquiries;
- cross-border tracing strategies.
2. Asset Recovery
Recovering assets requires coordinated legal action across multiple procedural mechanisms.
The available remedies depend on the nature of the fraud, location of assets and applicable jurisdictions.
We assist with:
- recovery strategies;
- civil recovery proceedings;
- criminal recovery mechanisms;
- enforcement actions;
- negotiations and settlements;
- coordination with foreign legal teams.
3. International Fraud
Fraud schemes increasingly involve multiple jurisdictions, international transfers and complex corporate structures.
Cross-border fraud matters often require simultaneous action in several countries.
We assist with:
- investment fraud;
- cross-border commercial fraud;
- international misappropriation schemes;
- offshore structures;
- international investigations;
coordination with foreign counsel.
4. Cryptocurrency Fraud
Digital assets have become increasingly associated with fraud, misappropriation and investment scams.
Rapid legal assessment is often essential to preserve recovery options.
We assist with:
- cryptocurrency fraud;
- crypto investment scams;
- blockchain-related investigations;
- wallet tracing strategies;
- exchange-related issues;
- digital asset recovery.
5. Freezing Orders & Interim Measures
Interim protective measures are often critical in preventing the dissipation of assets before final judgment.
Prompt action may significantly improve recovery prospects.
We assist with:
- freezing applications;
- precautionary measures;
- injunction proceedings;
- bank account freezing;
- preservation of evidence;
- urgent recovery strategies.
6. Enforcement of Foreign Judgments
Foreign judgments frequently require recognition and enforcement before recovery can occur in Greece.
Strategic enforcement planning is often essential.
We assist with:
- recognition of foreign judgments;
- enforcement proceedings in Greece;
- cross-border recovery strategies;
- coordination with foreign lawyers;
- judgment execution;
- asset realization procedures.
7. Fraud-Related Criminal Proceedings
In many cases, criminal proceedings form part of a broader recovery strategy.
Criminal investigations may assist in preserving assets, obtaining evidence and supporting parallel recovery actions.
We assist with:
- fraud-related criminal complaints;
- defense and prosecution support;
- interaction between civil and criminal proceedings;
- evidence gathering;
- strategic use of criminal remedies.
8. Insolvency & Recovery Actions
Fraud frequently emerges in the context of insolvency and corporate collapse.
Recovery strategies often involve insolvency practitioners, liquidators and foreign courts.
We assist with:
- asset dissipation claims;
- insolvency-related investigations;
- clawback actions;
- fraudulent transfer issues;
- cooperation with insolvency professionals.
Why Choose Karydas – Fouskarinis & Associates
Fraud and asset recovery matters require more than traditional litigation.
Successful recovery often depends on:
- rapid strategic action;
- cross-border coordination;
- criminal and civil law expertise;
- interim protective measures;
- international enforcement planning;
- cooperation with investigators and foreign counsel.
The Firm combines litigation experience, criminal law expertise and international coordination capabilities to assist clients facing complex recovery challenges involving Greece.
Frequently Asked Questions
Asset tracing is the process of identifying and locating assets connected to fraud, misappropriation or unlawful conduct.
Asset recovery refers to legal actions aimed at recovering assets obtained through fraud, corruption, breach of trust or similar misconduct.
In certain circumstances, Greek law provides mechanisms allowing interim measures to preserve assets pending final determination of the dispute.
Depending on the circumstances, criminal proceedings may assist in preserving assets, gathering evidence or supporting broader recovery efforts.
Yes. Depending on the jurisdiction and applicable legal framework, foreign judgments may be recognized and enforced in Greece.
Immediate legal assessment is often critical. Early action may improve tracing opportunities and reduce the risk of asset dissipation.
Depending on the circumstances, blockchain analysis and legal mechanisms may assist in identifying transactions and tracing digital assets.
Yes. We regularly cooperate with foreign law firms, investigators, insolvency practitioners and recovery specialists.
Yes. Many fraud cases involve assets, individuals and legal proceedings in multiple jurisdictions.
As early as possible. Delays may increase the risk of asset dissipation and reduce recovery prospects.
Victim of Fraud or Seeking to Recover Assets?
Whether you are an individual, business, financial institution or foreign law firm seeking assistance in Greece, early strategic action may significantly improve recovery prospects. Contact Karydas – Fouskarinis & Associates Law Office for confidential advice regarding fraud investigations, asset tracing, asset recovery and cross-border enforcement proceedings.