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Cyprus Bar Exam Success for our trainees!
We are extremely pleased and proud to announce that all members of our 2021-2022 Lawyer Trainee Program have been successful in their first attempt at the Cyprus Bar Exams. Our warmest congratulations go to all of them for their outstanding performances, not only in the exams but also throughout their legal training with the firm. […]
“One of the few genuine international law firms on the island” – Chambers High Net Worth Guide 2022
The Chambers High Net Worth Guide 2022 (‘HNW’) has been published and we are delighted to report that for the fourth consecutive year both the Elias Neocleous & Co LLC Private Client Department, and Head of Department, Elias Neocleous, have been listed in the ‘Band 1’ category. The Chambers HNW Guide is an independent publication […]
Neolaw.ai – The wait is over; the future is here!
Your smart assistant for Cyprus Law Today, we are pleased to announce the full launch of our revolutionary legal platform Neolaw.ai, which will be made available to all its existing registered and new users, on a free complementary basis for a period of four months commencing on the 11th of July 2022. As the first […]
Cyprus Deputy Ministry of Shipping issues circular on arrangements made by Cyprus financial institutions to facilitate the opening of bank accounts for seafarers affected by the situation in Ukraine
The Cyprus Deputy Ministry of Shipping has issued Circular No. 17/2022 informing registered owners,bareboat charterers, managers and representatives of ships flying the Cyprus flag that arrangements have been made by Cyprus financial institutions, namely, Bank of Cyprus, Hellenic Bank and Eurobank, in order to facilitate the opening of bank accounts for seafarers affected in view […]
Our associate Kriton Dionysiou presents at the conference “Common Law in Europe”
The future of the common law in Europe, as well as recent developments regarding the new Cypriot Commercial Court and international arbitration, were amongst the topics addressed during this year’s Common Law Conference, which was co-organized by the Cyprus Bar Association and the Bar Council of England and Wales last week in Limassol. Kriton Dionysiou, […]
Staying ahead on private client issues!
Elias Neocleous & Co LLC has an established record in providing high quality services to private clients and high net worth individuals. Ensuring that our Private Client Team is fully cognisant of all relevant legal, tax and regulatory changes plays a vital role in ensuring that this quality is maintained. Consequently, Partner, Kyriakos Xenophontos, Senior […]
New legislation underway on the establishment of shipping companies in Cyprus
The Council of Ministers has approved the draft legislation concerning the establishment of limited liability shipping companies. Once the draft legislation is adopted by the Cyprus Parliament and enters into force, it shall contribute to the creation of a one stop shop at the Cyprus Deputy Ministry of Shipping. The incorporation of these shipping companies […]
Extraordinary Contribution for the Defence of the Republic (amending) Law of 2022 (‘SDC Amending Law’) in effect from 8 June 2022.
The SDC Amending Law which was passed by the House of Representatives has now been published in the Official Gazette. Its changes apply to natural or legal persons resident in the Republic of Cyprus. The SDC Amending Law introduces a reduced contribution rate of 3% in the instances where interest is received or credited from […]
Queen Elizabeth II – Platinum Jubilee
The coming weekend will see a host of celebratory and commemorative events taking place around the UK and across the nations of the Commonwealth. The event marks the 70th anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II’s accession to the thrones of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, of Canada and her recognition as ‘Head […]
Our Managing Partner Elias A. Neocleous addresses 7th Cyprus Professional Services Conference “Rising to meet challenges
The 7th Cyprus Professional Services Conference took place in Nicosia on 24th May 2022. Chaired by Harris Pistos, Director of International Banking at Bank of Cyprus, the theme of the conference was ‘Rising to meet challenges’ and clearly, with the after-effects of the pandemic and the current war in Ukraine, there was much to be […]
Finalists for EMEA Women in Business Law Europe Awards 2022 revealed
The Women in Business Law Europe Awards recognise leading women for their contributions to the practice of business law and also firms that have developed the most progressive initiatives towards diversity and inclusion from throughout the continent. The awards attract entries from the most prestigious law firms across Europe and the UK with past winners […]
Commercial and Admiralty courts and litigation in English; Cyprus Justice becoming business friendly
There is no doubt that the professional services sector is a vital pillar of Cyprus economy. Considering that Justice is one of the country’s principal institutions, the quality of which directly relates to the country’s economic growth, it is logical that its operation should attract a fair share of attention from business, professionals and the […]