Kaliopi Vasiliou

Kaliopi Vasiliou, Esq., is the Founder and Managing Attorney at Vasiliou Law in Queens, NY. With a career spanning over two decades, she is recognized for her adept handling of criminal defense, family law, and estate planning cases. Her unique background in forensic psychology and courtroom litigation aids clients across Queens and New York State.

Ms. Vasiliou graduated with honors from John Jay College of Criminal Justice, earning a B.A. in Forensic Psychology. During her studies, she completed a clinical externship at Bayview Correctional Facility, counseling incarcerated women to help reduce recidivism. Post-graduation in 2007, she worked as a court liaison for alternative-to-incarceration programs throughout New York City.

In 2012, Ms. Vasiliou obtained her Juris Doctor from Touro University Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law Center, focusing on New York Criminal Procedure and Estate Law. She was admitted to the New York State Bar in 2013. Her legal education included a multi-year apprenticeship under defense attorney Anastasios Sarikas, now in-house counsel at her firm.

By 2014, she had enhanced her trial skills at the Deryl Dantzler Trial Practice Institute, part of the National Criminal Defense College. Since then, Ms. Vasiliou has successfully defended clients in cases involving DWI, assault, drug charges, custody disputes, and probate proceedings, earning a reputation for achieving not guilty verdicts and favorable settlements.

Ms. Vasiliou is affiliated with the New York State Bar Association, the NY State Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, and the New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers. She leads Vasiliou Law, a highly regarded firm serving clients in Queens, Astoria, and throughout the five boroughs.