About us

Our story

A Vision Transformed into Reality

Grounded in a philosophy of continuous growth, JPA has established itself as a premier and highly trusted international law brand. In the late 1980s, JPA’s President, Andreas Patsis, anticipated a paradigm shift in the legal services sector.

A true pioneer, in 1992 he single-handedly founded Andreas Patsis & Associates in Athens, laying the absolute foundation for what is today JPA Legal. From the outset, his vision, meticulous organization, and personal drive fueled the brand’s remarkable expansion, transforming it into a prestigious English and international law firm.

With a track record of transactions exceeding €10 billion, JPA has firmly secured its position at the pinnacle of the legal sector.
As President, Andreas Patsis has forged a legacy of undisputed leadership.
Under his strategic guidance, JPA operates as a premier corporate vehicle, leveraging the supreme authority of English Law—the global gold standard for major international transactions and trade agreements.

Guided by a sharp foresight for global legal demands, President Andreas Patsis has systematically built a powerful, far-reaching international network:

The United Kingdom

Functioning as the brand’s primary international pillar and operational flagship, with strategic offices in London and Nottingham (Midlands), reinforcing the firm’s deep expertise in English Law.

Greece

Operating as the historical core and solid foundation of the brand’s legal network, with a dynamic, full-service presence in both Athens and Thessaloniki.

Africa

Positioning the brand dynamically within emerging African markets through a strategic presence in Lusaka, Zambia.

Turkey

Securing a powerful legal and commercial foothold in the global hub of Istanbul.

Kosovo

Capping this international expansion with the brand’s newest milestone in Pristina.

Grounded in a philosophy of continuous growth, JPA has established itself as a premier and highly trusted international law brand. In the late 1980s, JPA’s President, Andreas Patsis, anticipated a paradigm shift in the legal services sector.

A true pioneer, in 1992 he single-handedly founded Andreas Patsis & Associates in Athens, laying the absolute foundation for what is today JPA Legal. From the outset, his vision, meticulous organization, and personal drive fueled the brand’s remarkable expansion, transforming it into a prestigious English and international law firm.

With a track record of transactions exceeding €10 billion, JPA has firmly secured its position at the pinnacle of the legal sector.
As President, Andreas Patsis has forged a legacy of undisputed leadership.
Under his strategic guidance, JPA operates as a premier corporate vehicle, leveraging the supreme authority of English Law—the global gold standard for major international transactions and trade agreements.

Guided by a sharp foresight for global legal demands, President Andreas Patsis has systematically built a powerful, far-reaching international network:

The United Kingdom

Functioning as the brand’s primary international pillar and operational flagship, with strategic offices in London and Nottingham (Midlands), reinforcing the firm’s deep expertise in English Law.

Greece

Operating as the historical core and solid foundation of the brand’s legal network, with a dynamic, full-service presence in both Athens and Thessaloniki.

Africa

Positioning the brand dynamically within emerging African markets through a strategic presence in Lusaka, Zambia.

Turkey

Securing a powerful legal and commercial foothold in the global hub of Istanbul.

Kosovo

Capping this international expansion with the brand’s newest milestone in Pristina.

Driven by a relentless commitment to continuous evolution, knowledge, and professional excellence, this journey has forged a premier, full-service corporate law brand, delivering top-tier legal, corporate governance, compliance, and management services globally.

The Corporate Realities

A Unified Network, Zero Middlemen

In today’s globalized economy, businesses require borderless legal protection. Traditional law firm networks or global giants frequently rely on local correspondents and independent law firms. This disjointed approach inevitably leads to inconsistency, procedural delays, and double billing.

 

Our structural difference sets us apart: 
We operate 100% fully-owned offices across strategic global hubs.

Our International Presence

360° Corporate Support & Growth

We seamlessly handle your corporate needs under the lens of English Law (UK Law) and local regulations:

  • Corporate Compliance: Safeguarding your business against evolving international regulatory standards.
  • Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A): Delivering rigorous legal due diligence and driving transactions to close.
  • Growth & Structuring: Drafting high-stakes international commercial contracts.
  • Investments: Providing secure legal pathways for foreign capital and cross-border corporate structures.
  • Imports & Exports: Supporting your supply chain and navigating international customs frameworks.
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Our International Presence

360° Corporate Support & Growth

We seamlessly handle your corporate needs under the lens of English Law (UK Law) and local regulations:

  • Corporate Compliance: Safeguarding your business against evolving international regulatory standards.
  • Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A): Delivering rigorous legal due diligence and driving transactions to close.
  • Growth & Structuring: Drafting high-stakes international commercial contracts.
  • Investments: Providing secure legal pathways for foreign capital and cross-border corporate structures.
  • Imports & Exports: Supporting your supply chain and navigating international customs frameworks.
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International Arbitration
& Rights of Audience
in European Courts

When commercial disputes demand elite judicial or extrajudicial resolution, we act autonomously and decisively. Where other firms require local intermediaries, we execute directly:

International Arbitration (LCIA, ICC)

We architect robust arbitration clauses from the contract stage. Our team represents your interests directly before the London Court of International Arbitration (LCIA), ensuring speed, absolute confidentiality, and globally enforceable awards.

European Courts

Thanks to our fully-owned offices within the EU, our lawyers maintain full Rights of Audience. We represent your business directly before the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) in Luxembourg and the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) in Strasbourg.

Specialized Legal Opinions

We deliver definitive, written Legal Opinions that serve as the foundation for critical corporate decision-making:

• Mitigating risks in complex cross-border transactions.

• Harmonizing UK Law with the domestic laws of our jurisdictions.

• Providing boards of directors and institutional investors with absolute legal certainty before pivotal ventures.

Why Our Fully-Owned Model Benefits Your Business

Single Point of Contact

One dedicated team coordinates your entire portfolio across multiple jurisdictions.

Speed of Execution

Direct internal communication between our global offices completely eliminates bureaucratic delays.

Cost-Effective Services

We eliminate the markups and referral fees inherent to franchise networks.

Absolute Data Security

Your highly sensitive corporate intelligence never leaves our unified organization.

Our Locations
London

154-160 Fleet Street,
EC4A 2DQ UK

Nottingham

Cumberland House, 35 Park Row,
NG1 6EE, UK

Athens

2 Alopekis Str., 106 75
Greece

Thessaloniki

Polytexneiou 31, 54 624,
Greece

Crete

Diakladosi K.Gouvion, 70 014,
Heraklio, Greece

Istanbul

Ayazağa Mah. Kemerburgaz Cad. Vadi Istanbul Park 7a Blok
No:7b Sariyer

Lusaka

Mwatusanga Rd,
10101, Lusaka,
Zambia

Pristina

Rr. Musa Tolaj, “Beni Dona” Kompleksi
Donika 2 10 000, Kosovo

Our philosophy

Driven by strength, unity, trust, and efficiency, we build constructive partnerships that expand our clients’ horizons. We enhance every business opportunity and deliver high-quality services through coordinated teamwork, because together, we succeed.

Our clients are our strength

The challenges of the global crisis have been met with the opportunities President Andreas Patsis created for his clients through his legal services. His strategic direction and the brand’s specialized expertise in English and international law aided them to stand deservedly in the markets, safely navigating global trade, and contributed significantly to the developmental uplift of the countries in which the brand operates.

Our clients are our strength


The challenges of the global crisis have been met with the opportunities President Andreas Patsis created for his clients through his legal services. His strategic direction and the brand’s specialized expertise in English and international law aided them to stand deservedly in the markets, safely navigating global trade, and contributed significantly to the developmental uplift of the countries in which the brand operates.