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BUYING PROPERTY IN CYPRUS: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW BEFORE YOU COMMIT

Purchasing a property is one of life’s most significant financial decisions. Whether you are buying your primary residence, a holiday home, or making an investment, the process requires informed an...

Jul. 03, 2025
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CO-OWNERSHIP OF PROPERTY IN CYPRUS: LEGAL ISSUES AND PRACTICAL SOLUTIONS

In Cyprus, co-ownership (undivided ownership) typically arises when two or more people purchase property together or inherit it in equal shares. While often well-intentioned, especially in family c...

Jul. 03, 2025
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SPECIFIC PERFORMANCE IN CYPRUS: WHEN THE COURT INSISTS ON THE DEAL

Specific performance — the remedy compelling a party to fulfill their contractual obligations — sits at the intersection of law and conscience. In Cyprus, it draws life from both equity and statute...

Jul. 03, 2025
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CHANGES IN COMPANY REGISTERS UNDER CYPRIOT LAW – ESSENTIAL INSIGHTS

In Cyprus, maintaining accurate company registers is a cornerstone of corporate governance under the Companies Law, Cap. 113. Companies are legally obliged to keep updated records of members, direc...

Jul. 03, 2025
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WHEN IS A LOAN NOT A LOAN? UNDERSTANDING INFORMAL LENDING IN FAMILY CONTEXTS

In a recent case handled by our firm, Phoebus, Christos Clerides & Associates LLC, we successfully defended a claim involving an alleged personal loan between two individuals who shared a close fam...

Jun. 20, 2025
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CYPRUS SUPREME COURT REAFFIRMS MORTGAGE AUTONOMY AND REJECTS VAGUENESS CLAIMS

In a unanimous judgment given on the 12th of June 2025, the Supreme Court of Cyprus reaffirmed that a mortgage creates an autonomous primary obligation, independent of the lender’s ability to prove...

Jun. 18, 2025
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THE LIMITS OF CONTRACTUAL BREACH: WHY PLEADING DAMAGES IS ESSENTIAL IN CYPRUS

In contractual disputes, there is often a misconception that the mere breach of a contract automatically gives rise to a right for compensation. This is not the case under Cypriot law. A party alle...

Jun. 18, 2025
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INTERIM INJUNCTIONS IN TRESPASS CASES: WHEN CAN THE COURT INTERVENE?

Trespass — the unlawful and direct interference with immovable property — continues to be one of the most pressing threats to landowners’ rights in Cyprus. Whether in the form of unauthorised entry...

Jun. 17, 2025
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THE EFFECT OF INTER VIVOS TRUSTS ON THE COMPOSITION OF THE ESTATE UNDER CYPRIOT SUCCESSION LAW

This article examines a recent District Court decision in which the Court was called upon to determine whether assets transferred via trust declarations during the lifetime of the deceased should b...

Jun. 17, 2025
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FROM TRANSPARENCY TO INFLUENCE: LOBBYING IN CYPRUS UNDER LAW 20(I)/2022

For years, the word “lobbying” in Cyprus, as in many parts of the world, has carried a cloud of suspicion. It evoked images of backroom deals, informal access, and opaque influence. But with the en...

Jun. 17, 2025
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THE PRINCIPLE OF LEGALITY AND THE STATE'S DUTY TO REMEDY ITS OWN UNLAWFUL ACTS: A NOTE ON APPEAL 171/20

In its recent judgment in Appeal No. 171/20, dated 11 June 2025, the Supreme Constitutional Court of Cyprus delivered a landmark ruling affirming the principle of legality and underlining the duty ...

Jun. 16, 2025
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PERIODIC TENANCY AND THE JURISDICTION OF THE RENT CONTROL COURT: WHEN THE TENANCY REMAINS CONTRACTUAL AND NOT STATUTORY

In a recent judgment dated 28 May 2025 were our office co-handled the case succesfuly on behalf of the tenants, the Rent Control Court of Nicosia dismissed an application for the determination and ...

Jun. 16, 2025
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AGREEMENT THROUGH CONDUCT IN CYPRIOT CONTRACT LAW – ESSENTIAL INSIGHTS

Agreement occurs when a party consents to an offer’s terms, either through explicit statements or actions that reflect those terms. In Cyprus, if parties engage in activities that align with the pr...

Jun. 11, 2025
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THE DEFENCE OF WAIVER OR PROMISSORY ESTOPPEL IN CYPRUS – WHEN, WHY, AND HOW IT APPLIES

In Cyprus, the defences of waiver and promissory estoppel are often raised to block claims where a party appears to have abandoned a right or made a promise not to enforce it. These principles, roo...

Jun. 11, 2025
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CYPRUS INHERITANCE LAW EXPLAINED: ADMINISTRATION, HEIR'S RIGHTS & RENUNCIATION OF AN ESTATE

Cypriot law recognizes the right of every heir to disclaim (renounce) an inheritance, should they choose not to accept their share. This must be done within three (3) months from the date the heir ...

Jun. 04, 2025
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CROSS-BORDER WILLS: PLAN TODAY FOR PEACE OF MIND TOMORROW

Planning for the future and ensuring that your assets are distributed according to your wishes is a crucial part of responsible estate management. At CleridesLegal, our experienced team of wills an...

May. 27, 2025
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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...

May. 27, 2025
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FROM CHECKLISTS TO ALGORITHMS: THE NEW FACE OF AML

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic option—it is now a critical tool in the fight against money laundering. Financial institutions, law firms, fintech companies, and even crypto ...

May. 26, 2025
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PROTECTING THE VULNERABLE: MANAGING THE ESTATE OF AN INCAPACITATED PERSON IN CYPRUS

In Cyprus, the legal management of an incapacitated person’s estate is a critical safeguard designed to protect individuals who are unable to manage their own affairs due to physical or mental inca...

May. 26, 2025
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REPUTATION PROTECTION & ETHICAL RESPONSIBILITIES

A law firm’s reputation is one of its most valuable assets. Being linked to money laundering—even unintentionally—can cause irreparable damage to credibility and client trust, and lead to client lo...

May. 26, 2025
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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 growt...

May. 23, 2025
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