Maria Christofi

Relevant Experience

• Advised and represented clients in complex public procurement matters, including proceedings before the Administrative Court and the Tenders Review Authority.
• Represented private individuals and organizations in high-profile cases before the Administrative Court, the Administrative Court of Appeal, and the Supreme Constitutional Court.
• Handled complex administrative law cases involving decisions of public authorities, including promotions, appointments, and disputes concerning public officers.
• Represented groups of public officials subjected to unequal treatment, in breach of the principles of equality, including cases raising issues of unconstitutionality and protection of fundamental human rights.
• Prepared and submitted complaints before the European Commission concerning breaches of European Union law.
• Advised on and handled environmental law matters of a particularly complex and sensitive nature.
• Acted in cases involving prerogative writs, with a strong focus on strategic legal analysis and advocacy.
• Provided extensive advice on urban planning law, including the preparation of specialized legal opinions.
• Delivered comprehensive legal opinions on general principles of administrative law, with emphasis on analysis and interpretation.
• Advised on the transposition of EU directives and the interpretation of newly enacted legislation.
• Handled complex expropriation procedures.
• Advised on the recognition of professional qualifications within the European Union framework.
• Extensive experience in hearings before competent administrative courts and authorities.