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AMLA – the new guardian in the fight against money laundering
European Parliament Members (MEPs) have expressed their strong support for the newly proposed EU legislative package to amend the AML framework, implement the 6th AML Directive and present the new Anti-Money Laundering Authority (AMLA). Multiple EU member states are now actively competing to host the headquarters of AMLA in their respective countries. An insightful article […]
Upcycling and Intellectual Property: Emerging Trademark Infringements in The Era of Sustainable Fashion
Awareness surrounding environmental issues has grown significantly in recent years, and consumers are realizing the profound impact of their choices on the planet. This enhanced consciousness extends to various aspects of our lives, including the clothes we wear. In response to this growing environmental concern, new ways to “consume” fashion have emerged, offering alternatives to […]
DOER Magazine exclusive feature on Managing Partner Elias Neocleous
DOER Magazine, a special Reflect Festival 2023 publication distributed for the first time during the recent event, turned the spotlight on Elias Neocleous & Co LLC Managing Partner Elias Neocleous, a pioneer in advancing legal technology and innovation. In this exclusive DOER feature, the topic of Elias’ role as a driving force in reshaping traditional […]
Implementation of MARPOL convention on prevention of marine pollution in Cyprus
A recent article co-written by Elias Neocleous & Co LLC Associate Adonis Zachariou, Senior Associates Andreas Christofides and Vassilis Psyrras, and Partner Costas Stamatiou, analyses the implementation of the International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL) into Cyprus’ national law in an effort to maintain the country’s adherence to all safety and […]
The Surrogate Mother: Cyprus’ Modern Surrogacy Law of 2015
A recent article authored by Elias Neocleous & Co LLC Associate, Katerina Pillakouri, and published in the Phileleftheros, delves into the significance of Cyprus’ 2015 Modern Surrogacy Law, a pioneering legislative framework addressing surrogacy practices in the country. Notably, the article sheds light on the unique challenges faced by couples in their pursuit of biological […]
EU Green Claims Directive: Tackling misleading eco-friendly claims
As the influence of sustainability and environmental awareness grows in shaping consumers’ purchasing decisions, companies have begun to embrace a new trend of marketing their products as ‘climate neutral’ to attract environmentally conscious customers. This form of marketing is however becoming problematic as many of these claims have been found to be untrue or misleading. […]
Russian national removed from EU sanctions list for first time
The General Court of the European Union recently delivered its decision on the appeal of Mr Aleksandr Aleksandrovich Shulgin, a Russian businessman, challenging the EU Commission’s renewal of his inclusion in the EU sanctions list due to his role as CEO of Ozon (a leading e-commerce platform in Russia). In the attached article published in […]
Urgent deadline for registering beneficial ownership data to avoid fines
Author: Katerina Pillakouri, Associate Following its previous announcement dated August 5, 2022, regarding the interim phase of the Register of Beneficial Owners, the Department of Companies and Intellectual Property is preparing for the upcoming launch of the final electronic system for this register, expected in late October 2023. The department urges all companies established or […]
New Rules on the 50% Tax Deduction under Section 8(23A) Of the Income Tax Law
A recent article co-written by Elias Neocleous & Co LLC Associates, Adonis Zachariou and Theodora Alexandrou, sheds light on the amendments made to the Cyprus Income Tax Law, as approved by the House of Representatives and published in the official gazette of the Republic of Cyprus on 30 June 2023. This article provides an overview […]
Prenup, Postnup, Buckle up
As international relationships and marriages become more ubiquitous, legal disputes concerning the applicable jurisdiction of prenups are brought to the fore. A recent article co-authored by Elias Neocleous & Co LLC’s Anna Demetriou, Partner, and Christina Avgousti, Associate, published in the Cyprus Mail, explores the validity of prenups and postnups in Cyprus, and touches on […]
Agile transformation: an artistic exploration of strategic change in legal firms
A recent article co-authored by Elias Neocleous & Co LLC’s Dorina Mastora, Deputy Compliance Officer, and Kyriaki Stinga, Senior Associate, published in the Cyprus Mail, seeks to explore the creative clash between the agile and hierarchal approaches in legal companies, ultimately highlighting the transformative power of embracing agile principles. The article focuses on the flexibility, […]
The best interests of the child always come first
In a notable development, a reasoned decision was delivered by the Family Court of Nicosia through which it was determined that the custody and care of minor children be shared jointly by both parents involved in the specific case. It was further determined that the minors alternate their residence between the parents’ homes on a […]
