The ‘meticulous and experienced’ team at A.G Erotocritou LLC has ‘very smart and tough negotiators’. Alexis Erotocritou leads the practice, which continues to be involved in some of the most sizeable and high-profile deals on the island. It acts for both sellers and buyers on a range of commercial and residential sales. The group regularly cooperates with the largest real estate companies in Cyprus and abroad. In addition, it routinely works with leading international law firms, large local and international corporations, UHNWIs and banks on a wide range of real estate matters. The group has represented many Chinese, Russian and other third-country nationals in multimillion transactions with some of the largest real estate companies in Cyprus. Georgia Demou is another key member of the department and is particularly noted for her work with investors and buyers of residential units in Cyprus.

Led by Constantinos Mavrellis, Chrysses Demetriades & Co Law Office has been involved in several large-scale infrastructure, construction and real estate development projects in Cyprus. Its clients include some of Cyprus’ largest real estate development companies and real estate investment funds. Other noteworthy clients are some of the leading contractors in Cyprus and a few of the most prominent real estate investors which are active locally. In tandem with its litigation colleagues, it can assist on a range of contentious real estate and construction matters too. It is well-placed to help with the creation of investment holding structures, funds and joint ventures, which are used to invest in substantial real estate projects in the international real estate market.

The real estate and construction offering at Elias Neocleous & Co LLC undertakes a large volume of work relating to immovable property in Cyprus. It acts for the largest real estate funds and developers on the island. The group acts for many companies in the real estate sector active in other countries, particularly in Greece and Eastern Europe. The practice continues to be busy advising overseas companies and HNWIs on investments in residential and commercial real estate developments in Cyprus. Practice head Christos Vezouvios focuses on advising developers and investment funds across all facets of their real estate ventures in Cyprus. Michael Pelosi has advised numerous governments, multinational construction firms, contractors and developers on various complex projects. Property litigation is another key pillar of strength for the firm, and it is skilled at handling a variety of construction disputes.

Managing partner George Georgiou and George S. Ioannou co-head the property and construction team at George Z. Georgiou & Associates LLC. It advises developers, employers, contractors, funders, companies, municipalities and landowners on a broad array of contentious and non-contentious property matters. Other notable clients include landlords, tenants and individuals. It is skilled at handling issues relating to planning, funding, maintenance and the management of properties. The group is well-equipped to also advise on debt to asset swaps, as well as compulsory acquisitions. Victoria Karakasidou is another notable member of the practice.

The first-rate team at Ioannides Demetriou LLC has an excellent reputation in the property sector. It has notable experience in construction and property finance. This expertise helps clients in large-scale PPP, development and infrastructure projects. It continues to play a pivotal role in many of the major construction projects on the island with substantial experience in real estate transactions and construction law. Its clients include international and local banks, public bodies and semi-governmental organisations, as well as universities, and national and international contractors. It acts for numerous hotel and tourism companies, concession holders and businesses. Pambos Ioannides and Andrew Demetriou both receive plaudits for their experience in construction and property-related claims and arbitrations. Christos Frakalas is another highly skilled practitioner, alongside Demetris Kronides.

The ‘collaborative and proactive’ team at Michael Kyprianou & Co. LLC receives many plaudits from clients for its ‘fantastic communication and responsiveness’. Under the joint leadership of Savvas Savvides and Lambros Soteriou, it often acts in complex and high-value transactions for the purchase of land and the construction of properties. These deals are mostly for owner-occupiers, and the team also advises investors who intend to either generate income or sell these properties. It is regularly instructed by UHNWIs. Other major clients include private and public companies, retailers and hotel owners. It acts for bankers, developers and government officials. The ‘erudite’ Esme Palas is highly regarded and frequently helps clients with all aspects of their property-related transactions, including estate planning, succession and tax-related issues.

The agile team at Andreas Coucounis & Co LLC is well-regarded for its work with various real estate portfolio companies in Cyprus. It acts for several corporations on a whole host of property-related matters. The group frequently advises clients on issues relating to the re-possession of properties arising from foreclosure proceedings. It continues to handle a substantial number of residential property deals and has worked on the administration of estates for foreign and local individuals who have invested in real estate on the island. Tasos Coucounis and Dimitra Coucouni-Andreou co-head the department, which also covers property litigation.

The ‘friendly and professional’ team at Andreas Demetriades & Co LLC acts for international investors and UHNWIs as well as local and international companies. Recent work highlights include handling the sale and purchase of high-value luxury properties, as well as advising on a construction agreement for a development project. Under the collective leadership of Demetris Demetriades, George Demetriades and Charalambos Christofi, it frequently manages transactions ranging from EUR100,000 to multi-million euros. The department is particularly sought after by foreign clients seeking to invest in Cyprus, and it receives regular instructions from some key developers in Cyprus.

The ’prompt and practical’ team at E & G Economides LLC is applauded for its ‘clear communications’. Spearheaded by George Economides, it handles a variety of transactions relating to commercial and residential properties. Its client base includes HNWIs, entrepreneurs, international companies, and international law firms. It is frequently engaged to assist in complex real estate acquisitions and disposals and corporate acquisitions and restructurings, both on a domestic and international level. The practice is well-equipped to handle landlord and tenant disputes, as well as to advise on other matters, including leasehold assignment agreements.

The ‘very professional and knowledgeable’ team at Harris Kyriakides is praised for being ‘punctual and reliable’. It is ably co-led by Charikleia Theodoulou and Andrea Newton. The nimble group is well-versed in all aspects of real estate transactions. It has a proven track record of handling real estate-related disputes too. Also of note is the practice’s experience in advising on a host of regulatory compliance matters. The group receives a steady flow of work on acquisitions and disposals, as well as leasing, financing and development matters. Elena Kapfchamer is another seasoned practitioner.

Stavros Pavlou, Stylianos Trillides and Stella Strati collectively lead the team at Patrikios Legal. It is vastly experienced in advising on all issues relating to immovable assets. It remains busy advising on the sale, acquisition and financing aspects of real estate. The team is adept at handling property disputes, and restructurings involving commercial and residential land and properties. The able team covers a host of issues relating to real estate developments, as well as frequently handling the legal aspects of debt-to-asset swaps. Its work encompasses drafting wills, obtaining probate, and working on estate administrations where there are property components.

Gaston Hadjianastassiou leads the practice at Deloitte Legal | Hadjianastassiou, Ioannides LLC, which acts for various real estate clients on a whole host of complex matters. Its client base is predominantly property companies and real estate investors. Rania Vrondou is also recommended.

Neofytos Pirilides and Kyriakos Karatsis head up the experienced team at N. Pirilides & Associates LLC, which handles a wide range of large-scale construction and real estate projects. It primarily acts on behalf of local real estate development companies, and foreign UHNW investors. The group is well-regarded for its experience across various construction projects, including some high-end commercial and residential developments. Disputes work is another key element of its offering.

Eleni Philippou and Ioannis Pitsillos jointly lead a ‘friendly and helpful’ department at Polycarpos Philippou & Associates LLC. It is also praised for its ‘swift communication’. The team is skilled at handling various real estate matters, including advising on the sale and purchase of land as well as development and construction projects. The group acts for property developers. It is well-placed to advise on planning matters, as well as on issues relating to areas which are in common ownership.

Stelios Americanos and Thanos Fiakas jointly head up a multi-disciplinary team at STELIOS AMERICANOS & CO LLC, which advises on a wide array of real estate matters. Areas of expertise span advising on real estate investments, contentious matters, and insolvencies in the real estate sector. The group boasts experience in a number of other areas such as environmental and planning, energy, and real estate funds work.

Stelios Stylianides & Co L.L.C. has a diverse property and real estate practice, which advises on the purchase and sale of properties. It is skilled at providing property management advice and helping with property disputes. The team is well-placed to help on a whole host of property tax matters, in addition to advising on compensation in the event of a compulsory acquisition. Christos Stylianides and Victoria Kadi co-head the department.