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Cross-Border Parental Responsibility: Jurisdiction as the “Apple of Discord”
Cross-border parental responsibility disputes raise complex questions of jurisdiction, particularly where children have become settled in another country.
Public Procurement in Cyprus: 10 Common Misconceptions under Cypriot and EU Law
Public procurement in Cyprus is frequently perceived as a rigid and formalistic process driven primarily by the lowest price. In practice, it is governed by a complex legal framework shaped by both national legislation and EU law.
Validation Orders: Balancing Asset Preservation and Business Continuity
A winding-up petition can immediately disrupt a company’s ability to operate, as transactions involving its assets may be vulnerable unless validated by the court.
Elias Neocleous & Co LLC contributes to the 86th release of Bloomsbury Professional’s International Succession Laws
Elias Neocleous & Co LLC is pleased to announce its contribution to International Succession Laws, published by Bloomsbury Professional. The Cyprus chapter, authored by Elias Neocleous Managing Partner, Christos Vezouvios Partner, Annabella Antoniades Senior Associate and Adonis Zachariou Associate, was published online on 25 April 2026 as part of Issue 86 (April 2026).
From “Likes” to Liability: Influencers Through the Lens of Tort Law
As social media influencers increasingly shape consumer behaviour, public opinion, and even political discourse, questions of legal accountability are becoming more pressing.
Cyprus Personal Taxation: What Foreign Investors and Employees Need to Know Following the January 1, 2026 Tax Reform
The Cyprus personal tax framework has been significantly reshaped following the 1 January 2026 tax reform, introducing a range of measures aimed at enhancing the country’s attractiveness to foreign investors, executives and internationally mobile individuals. The reforms modernise key aspects of personal taxation, including updated tax residency criteria under the 60-day rule, revised income tax bands and expanded exemptions.
Driving Maritime Transformation
In the latest issue of Forbes magazine, spotlighting Maritime Today: A New Era, Vassilis Psyrras, Advocate/Counsel at Elias Neocleous & Co LLC, shares his insights on the forces reshaping the global shipping industry. He points out that ESG requirements have moved from voluntary principles to binding obligations, while EU regulatory frameworks and digitalisation are fundamentally transforming how maritime businesses operate within an increasingly complex landscape.
International Family Law: A shield of protection for the modern family
International family law provides an essential framework of protection for families facing cross-border disputes, from divorce, maintenance and parental responsibility to property matters and international child abduction.
Elias Neocleous & Co LLC: The Values That Shape an Employer of Choice
In an interview with Insider magazine, our Group HR Director, Anna Mylona, shares the philosophy behind what truly defines an employer of choice. Beyond remuneration and benefits, she highlights that the real competitive advantage lies in values, in the quality of the working environment, and in the sense of purpose an organisation offers its people.
Can Intellectual Property Outperform Gold or Land?
At key stages of growth, businesses often look outward for capital to expand operations, enter new markets or strengthen their competitive position. In these moments, attention typically focuses on financial performance and tangible assets, while intellectual property (IP) may receive less strategic consideration. Yet Intellectual Property including patents, trademarks, software and proprietary know-how can represent […]
Cyprus Cabinet Approves Draft Phone Tapping Bill: A New Security Tool or a Step Too Far?
The Cyprus Cabinet has approved a draft bill introducing a new legal framework for the interception of telephone communications by law enforcement and intelligence authorities, aimed at strengthening criminal investigations and combating organised crime. The proposal seeks to address operational gaps in the current legislation by introducing clearer procedures, enhanced judicial oversight, and stricter obligations […]
