First International Law Firm with offices in New York, Greece & Cyprus and focus on Hellenic Diaspora
“LEGAL EXCELLENCE & COMMITMENT TO THE CLIENT”
Dual Qualified Attorney Licensed in US & Greece/Mediator/Notary Public/Real Estate Broker Specializing in International legal matters and assisting the Hellenic-American community with diverse legal issues. Represent and advise foreign and domestic corporations on international, business, corporate, and immigration issues; consult and represent clients on employment, wills and estates, family and property law cases;
supervise general litigation projects in the US and Europe; counsel and assist the Consulate General of Greece in New York regarding numerous legal matters serve as general counsel and advisor to corporations and organizations including numerous nonprofit organizations, associations and other entities.
Maria Markou Esq.
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Practice Areas
We render our experience, expertise, and resources to provide personalized, high quality international legal services in an effective and cost efficient manner.
Powers Of Attorney
Greek & U.S. Powers Of Attorney, Translations, Certifications, Affidavits, Notarizations & Greek Army Issues, Power of Attorney in Greece
Greek Tax Practice
Greek Tax Practice, Compliance, Leases & Management Of Properties, Greek Inheritance Taxation, Greek Real Estate Conveyance Tax, Annual Real Estate Property Fee in Greece, Taxation on Parental Gifts and Gifts…
Real Estate
Real Estate Transactions In U.S., Greece, And Cyprus, Buying and Selling Greek Real Estate Property, Trespassing of property in Greece - Adverse possession in Greece, Joint Ownership on Real Estate…
Criminal
Criminal Defense & Investigations
Estate Planning
Estate Planning, Probate, Administration, Health Care Proxy And Pensions, Property Management in Greece, Greek Parental Gifts and Gifts, Greek American Wills
Divorces
Divorces, Domestic Relation Issues, Adoptions, And Orders Of Protection
Corporate
Corporate Business & Investment Management
Immigration
Immigration In U.S., Greece & Cyprus, Greek Citizenship – Greek Passports, Greek Golden Visa
WHAT WE ARE EXPERT AT
why choose us?
- We provide client-focused solutions and results.
- We are diverse.
- We are flexible.
- We have adopted value-driven strategies.
- We empower women.
- We are leaders.
- We are the #1.
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We render our experience, expertise, and resources to provide personalized, high quality international legal services in an effective and cost efficient manner.
Testimonials
The Law is hard, but it is the Law.
" Maria is a dedicated, knowledgeable, and professional attorney. I’ve had the pleasure of working with her representing mutual clients and experiencing first hand her commitment to her clients. "
Gus Floropoulos
Vice President at The Federal Savings Bank
The Law is hard, but it is the Law.
" I am very happy to have met and worked with Maria, her knowledge of American and Greek law is exceptional and was the decisive factor in the positive outcome of my legal case. I highly recommend her services. "
John Athanasiou
Sole Proprietorship
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Really the best . Professional, She is always attentive , lovely, speaks to her community at many events and has many accolades. Whenever we needed her she was there . Very impressive .
Elisabeth Giardini
May 2, 2023The best of the best!
Ανδρέας Κυριακόπουλος
April 2, 2023Number One!
Panos Kappa
September 2, 2023 -
Exceptional and very experienced attorney! Ethical, personable, and very caring. Highly recommended!
ANASTASIA MANARIDIS
April 2, 2023Best attorney ever!
Konstantinos Lambropoulos
June 2, 2023Mrs. Markou is the best. I’m very grateful for everything worked faster. She is very tough and fair! Very respectful, successful, and family oriented woman.
T K (TK)
April 2, 2023
Eleni Hadjikyriacou
2021-03-07T04:10:13+0000
My husband and I are grateful for working with Markou Global on all of our… legal matters. Maria and her team are always on top of things, extremely responsive and always work for the best of our interest.read more
Effie Provata
2021-03-06T18:26:03+0000
Maria is very passionate about her work. but 1st she is an amazing human being.… when I meet people that they love their job makes me feel very proud. Maria is this person. workaholic, polite, straight forward, and she is right on point. it is what it is as we say in America. This is Maria Markou. we were recommended to Maria by a friend and we decided to make an appointment for my husband’s paperwork. everything went according to what Maria had said on our first official meeting at her Astoria office . We recommend Markou Global Legal Group 1000% with no hesitation. Markou Global Legal Group and Maria Markou we both ♥ you and thank you for helping out with our case. You are the Best.!!! ❤🧿read more
Marietta Pilarinos Giannopoulos
2021-03-04T22:29:58+0000
A big thank you to Maria Markou of Markou Global Legal Group International Law… firm for helping me on a personal matter. I highly recommend Maria and her team. Maria gets the job done and does it well and in a quick and efficient manner. She is accessible and answers all your questions! She is a true professional, and always with a smile and optimism, she exudes confidence which makes the client always feel at ease and knowing that they are in good hands!read more
Roula Malafis
2021-03-01T14:25:33+0000
I would like to thank Maria Markou of Markou Global Legal Group International… Law Firm for helping me in several occasions.I highly recommend Maria Markou and her team ! From real estate transactions, to business law, to immigration law Maria Markou is an excellent Attoney. Highly intelligent, honest, caring,very responsive, a tough negotiator that has her clients Best interest in mind! You cannot find any law firm than compares to Markou Global Legal Group! Top-notch professionalism, experience, integrity and compassion for her clients! A pleasure to work with!read more
Theodora D. Abazis
2021-02-26T02:41:52+0000
Markou Global Legal Group is one of the most highly influential courteous… knowledgeable informative and well informed law establishments with excellent work ethics. The law firm was founded by Maria Markou, Esq. She is multi-tasked and multi- talented in her expertise of law which is Immigration. She is very credible and a lady with excellent family background and actually takes an interest and cares for her clients. This is a rare commodity to attain but she is truly an inspiration. If anyone needs an Immigration Attorney Mrs. Markou is the lady to hire!All the best to Mrs. Markou’s entity Markou Global Legal Group!!!Theodora D. Abazisread more
Argie Moutafis Agelarakis
2021-02-26T00:40:04+0000
We have used Markou Global Legal Group for a variety of legal issues both here… in New York and in Greece. Ms. Markou and her team work tirelessly until a resolution is met. There is constant contact, updates, quick responses to all our questions, regardless of how big or small the issue at hand may be. I would highly recommend! The Legal Group gives you the security you need in knowing your case will be addressed and resolved.read more
Ellie Ellie
2021-02-25T16:56:49+0000
Great experience having Maria Markou as my attorney. Maria understands her… client, very insightful and is an expert in her field. Truly a professional and marvelous individual.read more
Nicolas Nicolaou
2021-02-25T15:37:13+0000
Excellent Service and great knowledge of both US and Greek law.
Christos Vanis
2021-02-25T13:08:32+0000
I wish the best for you Maria. For all my problems was here and help me. Thank… you for all. Keep doing the best for all of usread more
Panagiotis Koutris
2021-02-25T11:56:39+0000
Warm and friendly environment, professionalism, willing to hear you and help… you. Maria is very sweet and makes you feel like you know her for ever. Thank you for your support and friendship!!!!read more
Natalia Bougadellis
2021-02-25T04:28:57+0000
Maria has a mastery of both US and Greek law. She is an excellent attorney and… advisor. I used her to get my current immigration status in the US. Sometimes dealing with the immigration system can be difficult and frustrating. That’s why you need someone like Maria by your side to protect & guide you! Would 100% recommend. She truly cares about her clients!read more
Lefteris Mandikos
2021-02-25T04:07:51+0000
Maria Markou is always by your side in difficult situations with the smartest… and fastest solution. She is always friendly and willing to help even though she is so busy, she will always find time to answer your questions and make you feel safe.read more
Efi Xatzimisiou
2021-02-25T03:49:28+0000
Maria Markou is an excellent professional and an exceptional person. Always… happy, optimistic and available 24 hours a day. She always gives a solution to my problems and relieves me of every burden. The best lawyer !read more
Maria Volonaki Mougkrou
2021-02-25T02:56:55+0000
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED to everyone that is sicking to find an excellent firm that… will be reliable, trustworthy and strongly helpful. My family and I have experienced a great deal of satisfaction from the service that was provided to us and we were so happy to gain the assistance from Maria Markou.read more
Pantelis Pantelides
2021-02-25T02:50:25+0000
Maria is an absolutely amazing professional and person. She is one of the… busiest lawyers I know, for a good reason, yet she will still find the time to respond to your inquiries in a timely manner. She is extremely knowledgable and will go out of her way to make sure she performs her absolute best in every single case.read more
Elena Chris
2021-02-25T02:42:10+0000
Maria Markou is the best lawyer! She is very helpful and responsive to all of… my questions and concerns.I trust her because she is very professional and honest! Grateful to have her as my lawyer!Highly recommend 🙂read more
Stylianos Panagopoulos
2021-02-25T02:30:30+0000
Maria Markou and her legal team have been very helpful and go above and beyond… to ensure client satisfaction through open communication and expertise advice. Maria is a true Gem and we are lucky to have her in our Astoria Community. Maria is the only Attorney i know that will pick up her phone on a sunday morning now thats what i call loyalty.you will always have my Respect and Businessread more
Eleni Mellou Pantelides
2021-02-25T02:23:55+0000
Maria is the best lawyer! She is a 24/7 lawyer and she is very caring.… Always willing to assist you with any questions you might have’I did my 2 green cards with her and we have also now applied for my citizenship.I am so glad I got to meet Maria and to have her as my lawyer. She loves her clients and her service is always exceptional! Thank you Maria.read more
Theodora Panagopoulos
2021-02-25T02:14:33+0000
Maria has offered unparalleled, knowledgeable service since day 1. Since… December 2019 when I first met her and started my Green Card process, she has been there for me every step of the way. Less than two years later I’m at the interview stage and on my way to obtaining permanent residence status. If you’re looking for favorable results, honesty and professionalism. Maria and her team at Markou Global is your answer. HIGHLY recommendread more
Harris Enotiades
2021-02-25T01:17:35+0000
Outstanding service from Maria’s team.Maria Global WILL go that extra mile to… serve and represent her customer. Everyone was very responsive and up to date with current legislation. We processed 5 case that dealt with civil, corporate and international legislation and everything run smoothly and on time. Thank you for your help.read more
Χριστίνα Μαναρίδου
2021-02-25T00:47:04+0000
Maria Markou is the best attorney!! She is so caring and extremely trustworthy.… If you want to win your case trust Markou Global — you will NOT be disappointed. Highly recommended!read more
Anastassios Mentis
2021-02-24T18:41:13+0000
Best international law firm for all Hellenic American individuals and… businesses.I am highly recommend her service She is 24/7 lawyer with amazing attitude and professional skills .She always available to solve any legal problems.She so exceptional bilingual lawyer !!!SincerelyAnastassios Mentisread more
Flavia Sgoifo
2021-02-24T06:49:20+0000
Amazing, fast and efficient legal assistance for any issue (visa, taxes,… housing, personal) I’ve had !Couldn’t recommend it more !read more
Linera Lina Yulaman
2021-02-24T04:29:54+0000
I met Maria Markou in 2019 while searching for a trustworthy lawyer to guide me… through my immigration process. Right after the initial consultation I felt I was in the right hands. Maria is a very thorough and competent professional who always had my best interests in mind. Very precise and clear, she wasted no time and delivered the best legal service. Knowing how busy she was, I greatly admired and appreciated her quick responses and kind support at any time of the day throughout the year.With Maria’s knowledgable assistance we have successfully achieved positive results on my case and I’m a permanent resident now. So… if you need THE lawyer with great expertise to legally represent your personal or business related matters – look no further. She’s the one you can trust 100%.Thank you, Maria and Team, for all your time and commitment. Much love 🥰read more
Anna Ballis
2021-02-22T15:05:41+0000
I have used Maria Markou on several occasions and I have never been… disappointed. She is very reliable and professional. Not only is she an amazing attorney but a caring person. Shes great at what she does because she cares about her clients. Thank you Maria for all your help and services.read more
Stavrula Thodi
2021-02-20T23:02:12+0000
Best attorney! Maria has helped me and my family over the years, I would trust… her again and again with my eyes closed. Highly recommended!read more
Leonida Goro
2021-02-20T22:48:57+0000
Maria is a very reliable lawyer and she knows her job really well. Trust her… 100%.read more
Ioanna Thodi
2021-02-20T22:45:58+0000
Maria Markou is the best attorney ever!! Very helpful, always responsive and… very reliable is every advice that she’s giving!! I and my family trust her with my eyes close. So bless to have her in our lives!read more
Μαίριλη Δεναξά
2021-02-20T21:38:40+0000
Maria is the best attorney I have ever met! Truly one of a kind and so blessed… to have found her! She is knowledgeable reliable honest and dedicated to her work and clients.read more
Kathy Korgialas
2021-02-20T20:52:25+0000
I have never encountered a more professional, competent and caring attorney.… This woman works 24/7 and she will give her right arm for her clients. If you want your case handled appropriately, there’s only one law firm….Maria Markou Global!read more
Magda Katehis
2021-02-20T20:34:16+0000
Maria is a caring and dedicated attorney! She is knowledgable and caring for… her clients! A true professional!read more
Tatiana Kouts
2021-02-18T14:03:24+0000
Maria is an excellent attorney. Always positive, helpful, supportive and ethic.… She loves what she does and Maria gets involved with each and every cause to defend her clients.read more
Tasoula Manaridis
2020-10-05T17:32:48+0000
Maria and her staff are very honest and caring. Maria provides excellent… services and puts her excellent knowledge of international law on full display. She is the best. Highly recommended.read more
Konstantinos Lambropoulos
2020-10-05T14:37:11+0000
Best international law firm for all Hellenic American individuals and… businesses.read more
Demi Pamp
2019-11-11T16:09:08+0000
The best!!!! Maria Markou is professional, friendly and positive woman…..
Meet our attorney
Maria Markou, Esq. - Founder & President
Maria Markou is a respected authority on international law, an experienced attorney, certified mediator by New York Peace Institute, legal journalist, and notary public.
(347) 617-9772
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CONTACT
Manhattan Office
85 Broad Street, 16th Floor
New York, NΥ, 10004
Long Island City / Astoria Office
28-07 Jackson Ave., 9th floor,
Long Island City, NY, 11101
Huntington Office
775 Park Avenue, Ste 380
Huntington - NY, 11743
Cyprus
Athens, Greece
9 Ippokratous Str., Fl 2
Athens, Greece, 10679
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