Maria Spyridoula Karyda
Associate | Criminal Defense, Human Rights, Asset Recovery & Business Advisory
Maria Spyridoula Karyda is an Associate at Karydas – Fouskarinis & Associates Law Office, advising and representing clients in criminal, administrative and commercial matters, with a particular focus on human rights, asset recovery, administrative sanctions and business-related legal issues.
Her multidisciplinary academic background combines legal and political studies, providing a broader understanding of regulatory frameworks, public institutions and legal decision-making. She regularly assists individuals and businesses in matters involving criminal defense, regulatory proceedings, real estate transactions and commercial operations.
Introduction
Maria’s practice includes advising clients on asset recovery strategies, administrative sanctions, property-related matters and business transactions, while also assisting in complex litigation and advisory projects involving both private and public law dimensions.
She has a particular interest in the protection of fundamental rights and the interaction between criminal justice, administrative enforcement and human rights principles. Her work combines careful legal analysis with a practical, client-focused approach aimed at achieving effective and commercially sound outcomes.
As part of the Firm’s international practice, she regularly assists foreign clients with legal matters arising in Greece and contributes to cross-border projects involving multiple jurisdictions.
Areas of Practice
- Criminal Defense
- Human Rights Law
- Asset Recovery
- Administrative Sanctions
- Administrative Law
- Real Estate Transactions
- Property Law
- Business Transactions
- Commercial Advisory
- Regulatory Matters
Education
- B.A. in Political Science, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens
- LL.B., National and Kapodistrian University of Athens
- LL.M. in Philosophy of Law, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens
Professional Memberships
- Athens Bar Association
Languages
- Greek
- English
- German