Publications
CYPRUS INTERNATIONAL TRUSTS: A ROBUST VEHICLE FOR WEALTH PRESERVATION AND INTERNATIONAL PLANNING
As global families and high-net-worth individuals continue to seek effective solutions for wealth structuring, asset protection, and succession planning, the Cyprus International Trust (CIT) has em...
EMPLOYEE OR INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR? A LEGAL GUIDE TO GETTING IT RIGHT
In today’s flexible work culture, many professionals—journalists, consultants, salespeople—operate under titles like “freelancer” or “partner.” But is that really what the law sees? The answer isn’...
ΜΑΡΤΥΡΕΣ ΥΠΟ ΠΡΟΣΤΑΣΙΑ ΣΤΟ ΔΙΚΑΣΤΗΡΙΟ
Άτομα τα οποία θα δώσουν μαρτυρία σε οποιαδήποτε δικαστική διαδικασία, μπορεί να θεωρηθούν ευάλωτα άτομα για τους σκοπούς της διαδικασίας στο Δικαστήριο για διάφορους λόγους που προνοεί γενική και ...
INTERIM PROTECTION OF INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS IN CYPRUS: JUDICIAL CONSIDERATIONS AND PRINCIPLES
While courts are prepared to intervene to protect IPRs, this power is not exercised lightly. The balance of convenience – or the “balance of hardship” – remains central to the court’s discretionary...
ΠΑΙΔΟΚΤΟΝΙΑ ΚΑΙ ΘΑΝΑΤΟΣ ΠΑΙΔΙΟΥ ΑΠΟ ΓΟΝΕΑ
Ίσως μια από τις χειρότερες κατηγορίες / υποθέσεις που μπορούν να έρθουν ενώπιον της Δικαιοσύνης είναι αυτές της παιδοκτονίας και γενικά του θανάτου ενός παιδιού λόγο πράξεων ή παραλείψεων του ιδίο...
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW BEFORE SIGNING CONTRACTS: A COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE
Signing a contract is often a critical step in both personal and professional dealings. Whether you’re entering into a business agreement, leasing a property, or finalizing a service contract, unde...
WHEN CAN LOST PROFITS IN PUBLIC TENDERS BE COMPENSATED? CYPRUS APPEAL COURT'S DECISION
This ruling sets an important precedent for cases involving public tenders and administrative annulments. It strengthens the legal stance that the administration is not obliged to award a contract ...
RECENT JUDGMENT OF THE CYPRUS APPEAL COURT IN TSIELEPIS v. NICHROPA DEVELOPERS LTD: ANALYSIS OF UNJUST ENRICHMENT PRINCIPLES
The Supreme Court dismissed the appeal, upholding the trial court’s decision that the defendant was unjustly enriched. The ruling reinforces that unjust enrichment serves as a fundamental equitable...
THE EVICTION OF STATUTORY TENANTS DUE TO DEMOLITION: LEGISLATION AND CASE LAW
The eviction of statutory tenants due to demolition is a significant and complex legal issue governed by the provisions of the Rent Control Law, Law 23/83, and the corresponding case law.
UNDERSTANDING ACTS OF BANKRUPTCY AND CREDITOR RIGHTS IN CYPRUS
According to the law, an act of bankruptcy occurs under several circumstances. Understanding these components is crucial for insolvency practitioners in the field of insolvency law, as it helps nav...
CHALLENGING JURISDICTION UNDER THE 2023 CIVIL PROCEDURE REGULATIONS: A FOCUS ON COMPLIANCE AND KEY CHANGES
The 2023 revisions to the Cyprus Civil Procedure Regulations bring significant changes to the way jurisdiction challenges are handled in court. These updates have streamlined the process, but they ...
ΕΝΑΛΛΑΚΤΙΚΗ ΠΟΙΝΗ ΚΑΙ ΔΙΑΤΑΓΜΑΤΑ ΚΗΔΕΜΟΝΙΑΣ
Στο στάδιο επιλογής ποινής από ένα Δικαστήριο, αποτελεί πραγματική επιλογή σε κάποιες περιπτώσεις ο εναλλακτικός τρόπος μεταχείρισης και τιμωρίας των κατηγορουμένων όπως αυτός αναφέρεται στον περί ...
STRATEGIC CORPORATE ADVISORY: THE ADVANTAGE OF LITIGATION-INFORMED CONTRACT DRAFTING
In today’s fast-paced business environment, corporations require more than just standard legal documentation—they need strategic, forward-thinking legal advisory that safeguards their interests whi...
THE CRITICAL IMPORTANCE OF WELL-DRAFTED SHAREHOLDER AGREEMENTS
In today’s complex business landscape, shareholder agreements are more than just formalities—they are vital instruments for ensuring the long-term stability and success of any enterprise. A well-dr...
NAVIGATING DEFAMATION LAW: UNDERSTANDING THE DEFENCES AND PROTECTING REPUTATIONS
Defamation claims can have profound consequences for individuals and businesses, making it essential to understand the legal defenses available. Whether protecting one’s reputation or defending aga...
REVOLUTIONIZING EXPERT EVIDENCE UNDER THE NEW 2023 CIVIL PROCEDURE RULES IN CYPRUS
The legal landscape for expert evidence has undergone an important transformation with the introduction of the new Civil Procedure Rules 2023. These innovative provisions—now encapsulated in Part 3...
PREPARATION FOR TRIAL - DIRECT EXAMINATION
Effective direct examination begins long before the witness steps into the courtroom. It involves methodical planning and careful coordination of all evidence—documentary and testimonial—ensuring t...
THE ART OF CROSS-EXAMINATION: STRATEGY, METHOD, AND PROFESSIONALISM
Success in cross-examination goes beyond mastery of the relevant legal provisions. It involves understanding the specific factual matrix of the case, anticipating the opposing side’s approach, and ...
ΔΙΚΑΙΩΜΑΤΑ ΠΑΡΑΠΟΝΟΥΜΕΝΩΝ / ΘΥΜΑΤΩΝ
Η πιο συχνή συζήτηση περιστρέφεται γύρο από τα δικαιώματα των κατηγορουμένων και όσων έρχονται αντιμέτωποι με την Δικαιοσύνη ως θύτες. Όμως σε ένα κράτος δικαίου οι παραπονούμενοι / θύματα έχουν επ...
INTERIM PAYMENTS UNDER THE NEW CIVIL PROCEDURE RULES IN CYPRUS: A SIGNIFICANT DEVELOPMENT FOR CLAIMANTS
The introduction of the New Civil Procedure Rules in Cyprus has brought substantial changes to the litigation process, including the provision for interim payments – a legal mechanism previously un...
DERIVATIVE ACTIONS UNDER THE NEW CYPRUS CIVIL PROCEDURE RULES(CPR): A COMPREHENSIVE LEGAL PERSPECTIVE
Derivative actions are a powerful legal mechanism that enables shareholders to bring claims on behalf of a company when those in control fail to act in the company's best interests. Historically, t...