Michalis C. Zambartas - Advocates, Legal & Tax Advisors

We advise both corporate and individual clients on;

• Drafting and reviewing of sale & purchase agreements
• Legal and tax due diligence on properties (prior to acquisition)
• Review of urban planning permits
• Transfer of title deeds
• Tax & other fees management and filing with the authorities (VAT, Capital Gains Tax, Stamp Duty, Transfer Fees)
• Providing advice on the acquisition of property in Cyprus by foreigners and non- residents; 
• Drafting of Rent Contracts and advice on the Rent Control Law of Cyprus ;
• Litigation

Business, corporate and commercial law is the heart of our practice. Having significant experience in business, corporate and commercial matters we provide advice in all areas such as;

• Formation & administration of companies in Cyprus and abroad
• Formation of trusts in Cyprus and abroad
• Redomiciliation of companies in and out of Cyprus
• Corporate governance, reorganisation and restructuring
• Drafting and reviewing of shareholders’ and commercial agreements
• Intellectual property rights
• Mergers & Acquisitions
• Joint ventures
• Cross-border transactions
• Insolvency and liquidation
• Preparation of legal due diligence reports

In recent years, due to its geographical location and the corporate and tax benefits it offers, Cyprus has become a popular destination for corporations and individuals looking to relocate.

Cyprus is considered one of the safest countries to live in. It is an EU Member state with a stable economy, an advanced health and educational system, a good infrastructure, and a well-educated workforce.

We are highly experienced and can assist our clients with all aspects of their relocation to Cyprus.

We provide:

• Legal and tax advice on the eligibility and the procedures for immigration/residency permits and citizenship.
• Applications for immigration permits, permanent/temporary residence permits, visas & employment permits.
• Assistance with preparing, filing the application, and monitoring the issuing process.

We offer debt collection services to clients from Cyprus and abroad in recovery of their debts in Cyprus. With a broad understanding of the legal process, and with a systematic and efficient approach to debt collection we are well equipped to pursue any debt on behalf of our clients.

We have a client-centric culture, we try to avoid lengthy procedures such as litigation wherever possible. Our aim is to provide a time efficient and cost effective debt collection service to our clients with a result oriented approach.

Our Debt Recovery Services include;

Pre -Court procedures

• Preparation and sending of official notifications and claim letters to the debtor
• Follow up calls
• Negotiation for settlement of debt with the debtor. Certain debtors are willing to negotiate to settle their debt to avoid court proceedings.

Debt Litigation

If the negotiation with the debtor is unsuccessful we will initiate Court proceedings.

Prior to initiating Court proceedings we will assess the feasibility of collecting the debt and advice our clients on the chances of recovery.

Assistance on the Enforcement of a Final Judgement

Debtors often refuse to pay even if there is a final Judgement issued by the Court for the settlement of the debt against them. In such cases we can assist for the collection of the debt by using the following procedures;

• Issuance of writ of movables
• Issuance of writ of immovable
• Issuance of writ of delivery
• Bankruptcy proceedings
• Garnishee proceedings

We represent employers and employees in all matters relating to Employment Law in Cyprus such as:

• Reviewing and drafting of employment contracts and other employment related documents
• Compensation and benefit schemes, tax
• Workplace policies, health and safety compliance
• Discrimination issues
• Dismissal & redundancy
• Social Insurance
• Court proceedings
• Mediation & disputes
• Structuring and documenting international assignments

We have a solid record of representing our clients successfully in Court proceedings and dispute resolution processes. We have been involved in various high profile cases. Our aim is to always achieve the best result for our clients in a timely and most cost-efficient manner keeping them up to date of the progress all the way.

Our services include;

• Corporate and commercial litigation
• Domestic and International arbitration
• A wide spectrum of dispute resolution processes
• General court representation
• Mediation
• Bankruptcy and insolvency proceedings

We have substantial experience in advising tech companies and companies engaging in e-commerce. 

Our services include;

• E-commerce / Contracts formed over the Internet
• Licensing of software
• Online advertising
• Drafting of terms and conditions 
• Advice on applicable law arising from e-commerce transactions
• Intellectual property law
• Cyber security privacy

We advise on the registration and protection of trademarks and copyright matters.

We provide legal support to clients in all types of accidents and injury disputes as such;

• Road traffic accidents,
• Personal injury,
• Employer’s liabilities (workplace injuries),
• Medical negligence,
• Damage to property, and
• Professional liability claims.

We can negotiate claims with insurance companies on behalf of clients and reach out of court settlements to avoid lengthy and stressful court proceedings. If for any reason the negotiations breakdown we can then initiate court proceedings where we shall protect the interests of our clients and pursue the best possible outcome on their behalf.

We have extensive experience in dispute resolution enabling us to settle various insurance claims on behalf of our clients thus obtaining sufficient and fair compensation.

We advise on all possible legal aspects affecting family relations. This could be relations between spouses and partners, and relationships between parents and children, and even grandparents.

We recognise that this a “sensitive” area of law and as such, we encourage a solutions based approach. We always recommend negotiation and attempt to resolve differences in an effective and cost-efficient manner.

We are often engaged in matters involving a cross border element.

An indicative list of areas:

• Separation and Divorce proceedings
• Pre and postnuptial agreements
• Financial settlements/agreements
• Asset investigations
• Spouse maintenance
• Parental care
• Child abductions
• Child maintenance
• Child custody
• Guardian applications
• Adoption
• Child travelling arrangements
• Grandparents advice