Zenonas Santis

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Nicosia Offices

T: +357 22753015

E: z.santis@clerideslegal.com

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Zenonas Santis

Zenonas Santis handles matters relating to litigation, corporate dispute resolution, corporate and commercial law, and property law. In the corporate and commercial field, he advises clients on company restructurings, shareholders’ agreements, commercial agreements, corporate governance matters, investments, startup ventures, and shareholder disputes.

His property law practice includes advising on rental agreements, tenancy disputes, real estate transactions, lease negotiations, and a broad range of immovable property matters. He also represents individuals and companies in disputes involving private and public entities.

Zenonas further advises and represents international entities before public authorities and governmental bodies, including municipalities, ministries, and the House of Representatives, in relation to regulatory, administrative, and public affairs matters.

He joined the firm in 2021.

Qualifications

Language Capability

Greek (Native Language)

English (Fluent)

Education

University of Reading

DEGREE: LL.B.

Year: 2018 - 2021

Bar Admissions

Cyprus Bar Association since 2022

Publications

THE BIGGEST LEGAL RISKS IN CYPRUS REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS

The Cyprus real estate market continues to attract local and international buyers seeking residential, commercial, and investment opportunities. While property acquisitions can offer significant advantages, real estate transactions also involve legal risks that buyers, sellers, and investors should carefully evaluate before proceeding.

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HOW TO STRUCTURE A PROPERTY ACQUISITION THROUGH A CYPRUS COMPANY

Acquiring property through a Cyprus company is a structure frequently considered by local and international investors, particularly in high-value, commercial, or investment-focused transactions. Depending on the investor’s objectives, corporate ownership may offer advantages relating to asset management, tax planning, succession considerations, and operational flexibility.

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FOREIGN INVESTMENT IN CYPRUS PROPERTY: WHAT IS CHANGING?

Cyprus has long attracted foreign investors seeking residential, commercial, and investment property opportunities. Its strategic location, legal system based on common law principles, favorable climate, and business-friendly environment have positioned the island as an important real estate and investment destination.

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WE SIGNED THE CONTRACT BUT THE TRANSFER NEVER HAPPENED

In property transactions, signing a Sale Agreement is often viewed by buyers and sellers as the final major step before completion. However, in practice, signing the contract does not always guarantee that ownership will ultimately be transferred.

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BUYING INVESTMENT PROPERTY IN CYPRUS – THE CHECKLIST

Purchasing investment property in Cyprus can offer attractive opportunities for capital growth, rental income, and portfolio diversification. However, successful real estate investment requires careful planning, proper legal review, and strategic decision-making before committing funds.

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THE LEGAL STEPS TO BUYING PROPERTY IN CYPRUS

Buying property in Cyprus can be an exciting investment opportunity, whether for personal use, relocation, or investment purposes. However, the legal process behind a property acquisition is equally important as the commercial decision itself. A properly structured transaction helps buyers avoid hidden liabilities, ownership disputes, planning irregularities, and delays in obtaining title deeds.

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TURNING POLICY INTO OPPORTUNITY

Each September, European Mobility Week (EMW) reminds us how rapidly urban mobility is changing. Cities close streets to cars, test low-emission zones, and encourage sustainable transport. For many, it may seem like a symbolic campaign. For lawyers, policymakers, and businesses, however, it is a signal of the regulatory and commercial shifts already underway.

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CYBERCRIME & AI: ARE WE REALLY PROTECTED?

The law is catching up but is your business keeping pace? Artificial Intelligence is revolutionizing cybersecurity and cybercrime. While AI enables faster threat detection and stronger defenses, it's also empowering hackers with smarter phishing tools, deepfakes, and adaptive malware that's harder to trace.

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INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY: MAKE OR BREAK FOR STARTUPS

In the fast-moving world of startups, intellectual property is often a business's most valuable and most overlooked asset. CleridesLegal specialises in delivering end-to-end legal support across all areas of IP, helping clients safeguard their innovations before they become liabilities.

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SCALING STARTUPS

Launching a startup is a bold move — scaling it is even bolder. Whether you're securing your first round of investment or expanding into new markets, legal strategy plays a vital role in your growth.

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News

INTERNATIONAL ARBITRATION WORKSHOP

Zenonas, Kyriaki and Constantinos on behalf of CleridesLegal attended the International Arbitration Workshop on “Drafting Arbitration Agreements”. The event was organised by the Academy of the Law Office in collaboration with the London Court of International Arbitration.

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ZENONAS SANTIS AT THE PARLIAMENTARY COMMITTEE ON TRANSPORT

Substantial contribution today by our Associate Zenonas Santis to the work of the Parliamentary Committee on Transport, Communications and Works, within the framework of the ongoing discussion on the implementation of the current legislative framework governing Personal Mobility Devices (PMDs), as well as the need for further targeted and practical regulations.

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TRAINING EXPERTS - CYBERCRIME & ELECTRONIC EVIDENCE

Our associate Zenonas Santis successfully completed 10hrs training for the course Cybercrime and Electronic Evidence moderated by the Human Rights Education for Legal Professionals.

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TRAINING EXPERTS - ZENONAS SANTIS

Our associate Zenonas Santis successfully completed 49hrs of training on Corporate Law and Managing/Resolving Shareholder disputes in recognition that our clients demand lawyers who are not only skilled experts in the law but also trusted business partners to advise on their most important matters. CleridesLegal associates attend training on financial literacy, corporate valuation and negotiation, among other areas.

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ΖΗΝΩΝΑ ΣΑΝΤΗ, ΕΙΡΗΝΗ ΚΑΣΑΠΗ, ΣΟΦΟΚΛΗ ΨΑΛΤΗ, ΚΑΛΩΣΟΡΙΣΑΤΕ!

Οι νεογραφέντες δικηγόροι μας, Ζήνωνας Σάντης, Ειρήνη Κασάπη και Σοφοκλής Ψάλτης, μετά την σημερινή τελετή παρουσίασης τους απο τον Γενικό Εισαγγελέα της Δημοκρατίας, στην Αίθουσα Ολομέλειας του Ανωτάτου Δικαστηρίου.

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Useful Insights

CYBERCRIME & AI: ARE WE REALLY PROTECTED?

The law is catching up but is your business keeping pace? Artificial Intelligence is revolutionizing cybersecurity and cybercrime. While AI enables faster threat detection and stronger defenses, it's also empowering hackers with smarter phishing tools, deepfakes, and adaptive malware that's harder to trace.

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INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY: MAKE OR BREAK FOR STARTUPS

In the fast-moving world of startups, intellectual property is often a business's most valuable and most overlooked asset. CleridesLegal specialises in delivering end-to-end legal support across all areas of IP, helping clients safeguard their innovations before they become liabilities.

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