ANTONIS GEORGIOU
PARTNER
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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...
SUCCESSFULLY DISMISSING A SET ASIDE PETITION
Antonis Georgiou, Partner at Phoebus, Christos Clerides & Associates LLC, successfully defended against a recent application to set aside a default judgment under the new Civil Procedure Rules. By ...
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 ...
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 ...
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...
WORKPLACE INCIDENTS: LEGAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND PROTECTING YOUR RIGHTS
Workplace safety is a cornerstone of modern employment practices, designed to protect employees and ensure efficient operations. However, when safety measures fail or are disregarded, the consequen...
WHEN INNOCENCE IS ON TRIAL: THE NEED FOR STRONG LEGAL REPRESENTATION IN SERIOUS CRIMINAL CASES
The criminal justice system is designed to protect the innocent and punish the guilty, but mistakes happen. Innocent individuals can find themselves wrongfully charged, facing potentially life-alte...
UNDERSTANDING PLANNING PERMISSION VIOLATIONS AND YOUR LEGAL OPTIONS
In property and construction matters, ensuring compliance with planning permissions and final certifications is critical. Disputes often arise when property usage changes or construction occurs wit...
UNDERSTANDING LEGAL DISPUTES IN FINANCIAL GUARANTESS: THE IMPORTANCE OF EXPERT REPRESENTATION
Legal disputes involving financial guarantees are complex and often carry significant financial and reputational stakes. When issues arise, such as disagreements over liability or validity of guara...
LEGAL DISPUTES IN SERVICE AGREEMENTS: SAFEGUARDING YOUR RIGHTS
Service agreements, particularly those involving complex projects, can sometimes lead to disagreements about the scope of work, payment terms, or fulfillment of obligations. Resolving these dispute...
LEGAL DEFENSE AGAINST FALSE ACCUSATIONS: PROTECTING YOUR RIGHTS WITH EXPERT REPRESENTATION
In criminal cases, accusations of wrongdoing can arise even when the accused had no intent to commit a crime. Misunderstandings, procedural errors, or even malicious actions by others can lead to c...
IDENTIFYING FATAL FLAWS IN LAWSUITS: THE KEY TO DISMISSING UNWARRANTED CLAIMS
When facing a lawsuit, particularly one that appears unwarranted, identifying procedural or substantive legal flaws can lead to a preliminary dismissal. This strategy not only saves time and resour...
EXAMINING CORPORATE INVESTIGATIONS: SAFEGUARDING TRANSPARENCY AND ACCOUNTABILITY
In corporate governance, maintaining transparency and accountability is paramount for fostering trust among stakeholders. The legal mechanisms that enable companies to address internal disputes or ...
CHALLENGING ASSET TRANSFERS: PROTECTING CREDITOR RIGHTS AND ENSURING LEGAL COMPLIANCE
In today’s legal and commercial landscape, disputes involving asset transfers often pose significant challenges, particularly when creditors face efforts to evade obligations. Asset transfers perce...
CHALLENGING ADMINISTRATIVE DECISIONS IN PUBLIC PROCUREMENT: ENSURING FAIRNESS AND ACCOUNTABILITY
Administrative decisions in public procurement are pivotal to maintaining transparency and fairness in awarding contracts. However, when irregularities arise, affected parties must have the means t...
ARBITRATION CLAUSES
In commercial agreements, arbitration clauses play a vital role in ensuring disputes are resolved efficiently, privately, and with expert input. These clauses stipulate that any disagreements betwe...
FREEZING ASSETS TO PROTECT LEGAL CLAIMS: YOUR RIGHT TO ACT SWIFTLY
In the legal realm, securing temporary relief measures like asset freezing is critical in ensuring justice. This tool is especially vital when there is a risk that assets might be misappropriated, ...
PROPERTY DIVISION IN MARITAL DISPUTES: INSIGHTS ON ASSET ALLOCATION AND CONTRIBUTION RECOGNITION
Dividing assets following a marriage dissolution is often a contentious and legally intricate process. A recent appellate family court case sheds light on the complexities of determining contributi...
UNDERSTANDING DEFAMATION AND PROTECTING YOUR REPUTATION IN THE LEGAL LANDSCAPE
In today’s interconnected world, safeguarding one’s reputation is paramount, particularly for professionals operating in public-facing or high-stakes industries. A recent case in Cyprus highlights ...
NAVIGATING LAND LEASE DISPUTES: INSIGHTS INTO PROPERTY RENTAL AGREEMENTS AND REVISION CHALLENGES
Rental agreements involving state-owned or leased properties often come with complexities that demand careful attention to the terms of the contract and an understanding of the legal framework gove...
PERSONAL INJURY AND ACCIDENT LAWYERS IN CYRPUS
When dealing with car accidents, having an experienced lawyer is essential to protect your rights. Compensation for personal injuries must adequately address the physical, emotional, and financial ...
THE BINDING NATURE OF COURT AGREEMENTS IN COURT DISPUTES
In legal disputes, particularly in the realm of construction, agreements made before a court carry significant weight. These agreements, often crafted to streamline dispute resolution, are legally ...
DECISION ON JURISDICTIONAL PRELIMINARY OBJECTION – SUCCESSFUL DISMISSAL BASED ON CIVIL PROCEDURE RULES
Antonis Georgiou successfully argued for the dismissal of a jurisdictional preliminary objection raised by the respondent. The objection claimed that the Cypriot court lacked jurisdiction over the ...
DECISION ON RESTRAINING ORDER – SUCCESSFUL ARGUMENT TO HALT ILLEGAL SURVEILLANCE
Antonis Georgiou successfully argued for the issuance of a restraining order to stop the harassment and illegal surveillance of his clients. The court granted this drastic order, emphasizing that t...
DECISION ON CRIMINAL CASE – ACQUITTAL BASED ON CROSS-EXAMINATION OF PROSECUTION'S TESTIMONY
Antonis Georgiou successfully defended his client in a high-profile criminal case before the Assize Court, the highest first instance court for serious offenses in Cyprus. Through effective cross-e...
DECISION ON EXPERT TESTINOMY - SUCCESSFUL DEFENSE IN COLORADO FAMILY COURT
Antonis Georgiou successfully provided expert testimony before the Colorado Family Court, where he was credited by the court for his insights. His testimony, which was crucial in evaluating the leg...
LANDMARK DECISION ON TRUST DEPOSITING IN CYPRUS – REPUBLIC'S ARGUMENT DISMANTLED
Antonis Georgiou achieved a historic legal victory with the first-ever decision on the issue of trust depositing in Cyprus. The case involved the Republic's claim that it was not possible to create...
DECISION ON PETITION TO STRIKE OUT CLAIM – SUCCESSFUL DEFENSE AGAINST LACK OF JURISDICTION
Antonis Georgiou successfully defended his client against a petition to strike out a claim based on lack of jurisdiction in an international fraud case involving Ukraine. The court rejected the def...
DECISION ON INTERIM ORDER – SUCCESSFUL GRANTING OF TEMPORARY ASSET FREEZING ORDER IN COMPLEX INTERNATIONAL FRAUD CASE
Antonis Georgiou successfully represented the applicants in securing an interim order to freeze assets in a complex international fraud case, involving allegations of fraudulent transactions and co...
DECISION ON BANKRUPTCY PETITION – SUCCESSFUL DEFENSE AGAINST FRAUDULENT TRANSFER ALLEGATION
Antonis Georgiou successfully represented his client in a bankruptcy petition where the respondents attempted to argue that the judgment debt had been achieved through fraudulent means. Antonis Geo...
DECISION ON MULTIMILLION CLAIM INVOLVING CONSPIRACY – SUCCESSFUL DEFENSE OF COUNTERCLAIM
Antonis Georgiou successfully defended his client in a complex and multimillion-dollar case involving conspiracy across multiple countries. The claim accused the defendants of orchestrating a schem...
DECISION ON BAD WORKMANSHIP CLAIM – SUCCESSFUL COUNTERCLAIM AND DISMISSAL OF ALLEGATIONS
Antonis Georgiou successfully pursued a counterclaim in a case involving allegations of bad workmanship. The defense presented technical arguments regarding defects, but through detailed and skille...
DECISION ON PETITION FOR ASSET DISCLOSURE AND PROPERTY ACCESS – SUCCESSFUL GRANTING
Antonis Georgiou successfully represented the applicants in a petition requiring the defendants to disclose assets that were allegedly fraudulently obtained. The court granted the petition, orderin...
DECISION ON SHARE OF COMPANIES TITLE DISPUTE - AFFIRMATION OF OWNERSHIP
Confronted with a petition to impose a freezing order on essential assets, Antonis Georgiou effectively objected. The court subsequently vacated the petition, ensuring that the client retained unin...
ΔΙΑΤΑΓΜΑ ΔΙΑΓΡΑΦΗΣ ΑΓΩΓΗΣ
Το Δικαστήριο κατέληξε κατόπιν αίτηση μας ότι η εν λόγω αγωγή δεν αποκάλυπτε αγώγιμο δικαιώμα και ως τέτοια θα έπρεπε να διαγραφεί με έξοδα υπέρ του Αιτητή πελάτη μας.
DECISION ON PROCEDURAL ABUSE
Antonis Georgiou successfully challenged abusive litigation tactics, streamlining the judicial process and ensuring procedural fairness. His strategic intervention safeguarded client interests and ...
ΑΠΟΡΡΙΨΗ ΑΙΤΗΣΗΣ ΔΙΟΡΙΣΜΟΥ ΕΞΕΤΑΣΤΗ ΣΕ ΕΤΑΙΡΕΙΕΣ
Το Δικαστήριο απέρριψε το αίτημα της άλλης πλευράς για διορισμό εξεταστή σε εταιρείες για σκοπούς εξέτασης των υποθέσεων τους και την παραχώρηση προς αυτόν όλων των εξουσιών και καθηκόντων που προβ...
DECISION ON PETITION FOR SUPPLEMENTARY AFFIDAVIT – SUCCESSFUL OBJECTION
In a complex interim process, Antonis Georgiou effectively opposed a petition to file a supplementary affidavit. The court ruled that the affidavit was unnecessary, ensuring that the procedural rec...
ΑΠΟΡΡΙΨΗ ΕΦΕΣΗΣ ΠΕΡΙΟΥΣΙΑΚΩΝ ΔΙΑΦΟΡΩΝ
Η Εφεσείουσα ζητούσε όπως ανατραπεί η απορριφθείσα αίτηση της περιουσιακών διαφορών. Το γραφείο μας εκ μέρους του Εφεσίβλητου υποστήριξαν την ορθότητα της πρωτόδικης απόφασης. Το Εφετείο συμφώνησε ...
DECISION ON CONTRACT SALE - SUCCESSFUL COUNTERCLAIM
Antonis Georgiou prevailed in a contract sale dispute by having his counterclaim upheld. The final order confirmed that the sale contract was enforceable, awarding his client the agreed performance...
DECISION ON BUSINESS DISPUTE RESOLUTION
Antonis Georgiou successfully repelled a motion to stay the execution of decision for 20 million dollar plus enforceable interests against the debt guarantor. His strategic insight in corporate lit...
DECISION ON COMMERCIAL CONTRACT DISPUTE
In a complex business disagreement, Antonis Georgiou enforced contractual rights to secure a significant award and in particular, enforcing an arbitration clause. His detailed analysis and persuasi...
ΕΠΙΚΥΡΩΣΗ ΕΓΓΥΗΤΗΡΙΟΥ ΕΓΓΡΑΦΟΥ ΣΕ ΑΠΟΦΑΣΗ ΠΡΟΣ ΟΦΕΛΟΣ ΤΗΣ ΕΤΑΙΡΕΙΑΣ GORDIAN HOLDINGS LTD
Το Δικαστήριο απέρριψε τις θέσεις Κύπριου δισεκατομμυριούχου εν σχέσει με απαίτηση της εταιρείας GORDIAN HOLDINGS LTD εναντίον του. Μεταξύ άλλων απέρριψε τη θέση του ότι η εγγύηση που είχε παραχωρή...
ΑΠΟΖΗΜΙΩΣΕΙΣ ΓΙΑ ΔΥΣΦΗΜΙΣΗ ΕΝΑΝΤΙΟΝ ΕΦΗΜΕΡΙΔΑΣ ΚΑΙ ΣΥΝΤΑΚΤΩΝ
Το Ανώτατο Δικαστήριο Κύπρου ασκώντας την Δευτεροβάθμια Δικαιοδοσία του ανέτρεψε την πρωτόδικη απόφαση του Επαρχιακού Δικαστηρίου επιδικάζοντας αποζημιώσεις προς όφελος του πελάτη μας για δυσφήμιση.
DECISION ON DEFAMATION CASE - SUCCESSFUL ARGUMENT FOR FAIR COMMENT DEFENSE
Antonis Georgiou successfully defended his client in a defamation case by effectively arguing the fair comment defense. The court ruled that the published statements were protected as expressions o...
DECISION ON CORPORATE GOVERNANCE
Antonis Georgiou protected shareholder rights succeeding in staying an abusive petition, at the time, petition to liquidate a company. His mastery of governance issues resulted in a landmark ruling...
ΑΓΝΟΟΥΜΕΝΟΙ 1974 – Η ΥΠΟΧΡΕΩΣΗ ΓΙΑ ΔΙΕΡΕΥΝΗΣΗ ΕΞΑΦΑΝΙΣΗΣ ΤΩΝ ΠΟΛΙΤΩΝ ΤΗΣ ΚΥΠΡΙΑΚΗΣ ΔΗΜΟΚΡΑΤΙΑΣ
Είναι σημαντικό οι συγγενείς αγνοουμένων να γνωρίζουν τα ουσιώδη δικαιώματα τους και παράλληλα, να έχουν υπόψιν ότι αποτελεί κατοχυρωμένο δικαίωμα τους η απαίτηση για τιμωρία, όπου τούτο είναι εφικ...
DECISION ON FINANCIAL CLAIMS AND MISREPRESENTATION
Through meticulous attention to detail, Antonis Georgiou was able to secure his client the right to represent a company under administration even though he did not receive the administrator’s leave...
DECISION ON SHARE OF COMPANIES TITLE DISPUTE
Facing a petition to issue a freezing order on critical assets, Antonis Georgiou successfully objected. The court annulled the petition, thereby preserving the client’s access to its assets and mai...
DECISION ON ESTATE ADMINISTRATION
Antonis Georgiou successfully defended the issuance of an interim freezing order in a multimillion administration claim. His methodical approach and expertise in estate law safeguarded the interest...