The Hellenic Law Society of California
Network for Hellenic-American Legal ProfessionalsThe Hellenic Law Society is a non-profit organization comprised of Hellenic-American and Philhellene attorneys in California who seek to foster community, fellowship, and professional learning among its members with an emphasis on Greek legal affairs, culture, and ancestry.
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A Commitment To Hellenic Principles
The Hellenic Law Society of California seeks to preserve and foster an appreciation of Hellenism and Hellenic principles. These principles, which are especially vital for members of the legal profession, include the following:
A commitment to individual liberty, within an ordered society, reflected in the originally Hellenic idea of democracy;
A commitment to the rule of law as an instrument of justice in a civilized polity, rather than as the mechanism of technocracy or bureaucracy; and a love of learning; and
A commitment to preservation of that spirit of free inquiry (particularly into ethical matters) which is well named by the term the ancient Hellenes used, “philosophy,” in its best and broadest sense.
A Diverse Collective of Legal Professionals
The members of Hellenic Law Society represent a very broad range of specialties and practice areas, including but not limited to estate planning, corporate transactions, criminal defense, civil litigation and arbitration and international practitioners. Members include accomplished attorneys in every field of law. Our members share their counsel, expertise, and tools of the trade to the benefit of all associated with the Society.
Our Practice Areas
Greek Legal Affairs
We understand regional laws and have members around the world that can aid in settling legal matters in the United States and Greece.
Business Law
We represent Hellenic businesses here and abroad to the fullest extent of the law. Our members specialize in patent law,a bankruptcy, and corporate protections.
Criminal Law
Criminal charges incurred in Greece or the United States require a detailed understanding of national policy and representation in both communities.
Employment Law
Illegal termination, wage violations or discrimination can be represented through our Hellenic law counsel.
Wills & Probate Law
Complex family affairs, specialize in affairs related to Greek family matter home and abroad.
Property Litigation
Greek property transfers and inheritance claims can be complicated matters. We have experience handling the basics of inheritance transfers to ensuring our clients are protected from certain complex tax laws.
Hellenic Society Officers
Stella Pantazis
President
Steve Counelis
Vice President
Nick Tarlson
Treasurer
Peter Bagatelos
Assistant Treasurer
Angelena Psaras
Secretary
News & Events
2025 HLS Christmas Dinner
Chris Kanios, Andrew Bridges, Peter Lagarias, Consul General Grigorios Tassiopoulos Tracy Sarikakis, Mia Mattis-Sarikakis, Stella Pantazis, Michael Kasolas Past President Mia Mattis-Sarikakis (left) and President Stella Pantazis
Grigorios Tassiopoulos Dinner
On September 11th, 2025, the Hellenic Law Society of California was honored to host Greek Foreign Policy with Consul General Tassiopoulos at the historic John’s Grill, a San Francisco steak and seafood restaurant.
MCLE – Avoiding Legal Malpractice
Join us for an MCLE training program for California practitioners. We’re going to dive into a crucial topic for every lawyer, regardless of your practice area: avoiding legal malpractice. Malpractice claims can be a significant professional and financial burden,…
Grigorios Tassiopoulos Dinner
Dinner & discussion about Greek Foreign Policy with Consul General Tassiopoulos at the historic John’s Grill, a San Francisco steak and seafood restaurant. Date: SEPTEMBER 11th, 2025 Time: Drinks (No Host)@ 5:30 & Dinner @ 6:30 Location: John’s Grill, 63…
MCLE – Complying With the Corporate Transparency Act
Join us for an MCLE training program for California practitioners. The program will cover compliance with the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), which requires the filing of beneficial ownership reports with FinCEN by some 32 million entities by the end of this year…..
2024 Italian-American Law Society Dinner
Thank you to all the incredible guests who joined us for a delightful evening celebrating Hellenic and Italian American law, culture and cuisine at our recent dinner event! Your presence truly made the night special, and we are grateful for your support.
2023 Greek Independence Day
The United Hellenic American Society (UHAS) is organizing a Greek Independence Day Celebration on Sunday, March 26, 2023, in the center of downtown San Francisco at Union Square. We have secured the Greek band “KYMATA” to begin playing music starting at 12 noon and…
San Francisco Holiday Party
A big thank you to those who attended the Hellenic Law Society Annual Celebration at Unwine’d in San Francisco! The good company and cause for celebration made for a festive atmosphere. It was a pleasure to see everyone and we look forward to the next events for…
The Parthenon Marbles Case and the Universal Museum Myth: Policies and Politics
Thursday, April 28 9:30 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. This symposium will bring together leading scholars and advocates to discuss the history of cultural property, their rightful owners and whether the property should be returned to the original creating country. Professor David…
The Formation of Corporations and Pass-Through Entities, For Profit and Non-Profit Entities
Join us for an MCLE training program for California practitioners. The program will cover the basic decisions regarding forming an entity for a California business or non-profit entity. Our speakers have decades of experience in business transactional practice and are…
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