Our Services – Economou LLC

Our Services

Arbitration

We recognise the numerous advantages of arbitration as an efficient method of dispute resolution. Our experienced team is well-versed in the complexities of arbitration and is dedicated to providing our clients with efficient, and effective solutions for their disputes.

With a focus on both domestic and international arbitrations, we represent clients through every stage of the arbitration process, from drafting pre-arbitration notices to handling post-award enforcement proceedings.

Our managing partner has broad experience in dealing both with arbitration disputes before renowned arbitral institutions such as the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) and London Court of International Arbitration (LCIA) as well as ancillary court proceedings, such as freezing and other types of injunction proceedings in aid of arbitrations. Theodoros has also dealt with numerous recognition and enforcement applications of foreign arbitral awards in Cyprus.

With a deep understanding of various industries and sectors, we have successfully represented clients in high-stakes financial, commercial, and construction disputes.

Banking and Finance

Our range of banking and finance services includes:

  • Banking Regulations and Compliance: We help clients navigate banking regulations, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Our team offers comprehensive advice on regulatory frameworks, anti-money laundering (AML) measures, and know-your-customer (KYC) requirements.
  • Financing Transactions: Whether you are seeking financing or structuring lending arrangements, our team provides expert guidance. We assist clients with negotiating and drafting loan agreements, security documents, and other financing instruments.
  • Capital Markets: Our team advises on a wide range of capital market transactions, including initial public offerings (IPOs), securities offerings, and regulatory compliance. We assist clients in navigating the complex regulatory landscape, ensuring compliance with securities laws and regulations, and facilitating capital raising activities.
  • Investment Funds: We provide comprehensive legal assistance in establishing and structuring investment funds, including hedge funds, private equity funds, and real estate funds.
  • Dispute Resolution: We handle disputes arising from loan agreements, financial transactions, and regulatory matters.
Commercial Litigation

Our law firm specialises in commercial litigation, providing representation and strategic advice to our clients.

Our managing partner has a strong track record in successfully dealing with cross-border commercial disputes, also involving various types of injunction proceedings, including freezing injunctions and Norwich Pharmacal orders. Our deep understanding of the complexities involved in obtaining and enforcing injunctions allows us to provide strategic guidance and effective representation for our clients seeking such measures to protect their rights.

Similarly, we have particular expertise in dealing with injunctions in aid of foreign claims, which play a crucial role in protecting the rights and interests of the parties during cross-border disputes. Such injunctions include freezing of assets, preserving evidence and other prohibitory and mandatory injunctions.

Cyprus’ membership in the European Union has provided us with valuable opportunities to utilise the mechanisms available under EU law for the recognition, registration and enforcement of judgments issued by other EU courts in Cyprus. Cyprus has concluded and ratified various multilateral as well as bilateral treaties, providing various mechanisms for international co-operation and assistance, including mechanisms for the recognition, registration and enforcement of judgments issued in other countries as well as of foreign arbitral awards.

Our extensive experience in this area allows us to navigate the specific requirements and procedures outlined in these treaties achieving the best results for our clients.

Competition

We provide comprehensive and expert services in the field of competition law.

Our range of competition law services includes:

  • Advisory Services: We provide advisory services on various competition law matters. From reviewing commercial agreements to advising on pricing and distribution practices, we offer strategic guidance tailored to our clients’ unique needs.
  • Merger Control: We guide clients through the complex process of merger control, providing strategic advice and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Our team conducts thorough analyses, prepares merger notifications, and handles interactions with competition authorities to facilitate successful mergers.
  • Competition Authority Investigations: We offer representation throughout competition authority’s investigation processes.
  • Compliance Programs: We design tailored compliance programs aligned with competition laws, enabling clients to prevent violations and promote responsible market practices.
  • Competition Litigation: In the event of competition disputes, we handle competition litigation cases, representing clients before competition authorities and courts.
Corporate and Commercial

Our range of corporate and commercial services includes:

  • Corporate Governance: We assist clients in establishing robust corporate governance practices that foster transparency, accountability, and compliance. Our team provides expert advice on corporate structuring, board governance, regulatory compliance, and protection of shareholder rights.
  • Commercial Contracts: We offer guidance in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide array of commercial agreements. From supply and distribution contracts to complex licensing and franchising arrangements, we ensure your contracts are carefully tailored to protect your interests.
  • Mergers and Acquisitions: We advise on optimal deal structures, conduct due diligence, draft and negotiate transactional documents, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. Our goal is to guide you towards successful M&A transactions.
  • Corporate Restructuring: Whether it is mergers, acquisitions, spin-offs, or joint ventures, our team conducts thorough legal due diligence, ensures compliance with regulations, and prepares comprehensive restructuring agreements.
  • Sanctions Advice: Navigating the complexities of international sanctions, including those imposed by the United Nations (UN), European Union (EU), and other governing bodies, requires expert guidance and a comprehensive understanding of the legal and regulatory landscape. Our team stays up-to-date with the latest sanctions policies, enabling us to offer accurate insights and strategic solutions to mitigate risks and ensure compliance.
Data Protection & Privacy

Our range of data protection and privacy services includes:

  • Compliance with Data Protection Laws: We assist clients in understanding and complying with data protection laws and regulations, such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
  • Data Privacy Policies and Notices: We help businesses draft clear and comprehensive data privacy policies and notices that outline how personal data is collected, used, stored, and shared.
  • Data Processing Agreements: We assist clients in negotiating and drafting data processing agreements with third-party service providers.
  • Data Breach Management: In the unfortunate event of a data breach, we provide immediate assistance. We guide you through the breach notification process, help mitigate potential damages, liaise with regulatory authorities, and support you in implementing effective measures to prevent future breaches.
  • Data Transfer Solutions: Our team advises on lawful mechanisms for transferring personal data across borders, including the use of standard contractual clauses, binding corporate rules, and other appropriate safeguards.
Dispute Resolution

We approach dispute resolution with a focus on achieving the best possible outcome for our clients while minimising the time, cost, and disruption associated with legal proceedings. Whether it’s through negotiation, mediation, arbitration, or litigation, we employ a strategic and results-oriented approach to resolve disputes efficiently and effectively.

We have extensive experience in handling a wide range of disputes across various industries and sectors. From commercial disputes to contractual conflicts, employment matters to intellectual property disputes, we have the expertise to tackle complex legal issues with precision and skill.

Employment and Immigration

We are dedicated to providing strategic solutions that address the diverse needs and challenges faced by businesses in managing their workforce and navigating immigration requirements.

Our range of employment and immigration services includes:

  • Employment Contracts and Policies: We assist clients in drafting and reviewing employment contracts, ensuring compliance with employment legislation and best practices. Our team has extensive experience on drafting non-disclosure agreements as well as non-compete agreements. Our team also provides guidance on developing comprehensive employment policies and handbooks to establish clear guidelines for employee conduct, benefits, and complaint procedures.
  • Employment Disputes and Litigation: In the event of employment disputes, we provide effective representation for both employers and employees. We handle a wide range of matters, including wrongful termination claims, discrimination cases, and breach of contract disputes.
  • Immigration and Work Permits: We offer comprehensive support to businesses in managing their immigration needs. Our team assists with visa applications, work permits, and other immigration processes for employees, ensuring compliance with immigration laws and regulations.
  • HR Consultancy: Our team offers valuable HR consultancy services, providing guidance on various employment matters, including workforce restructuring, employee benefits, performance management, and disciplinary actions. We help businesses establish efficient HR processes and practices that align with legal requirements and support their overall business objectives.
Insolvency and Restructuring Law

With a deep understanding and experience in insolvency law, we assist businesses, creditors, and other stakeholders in developing effective strategies to address complex issues relating to insolvency. Our insolvency and restructuring services include:

  • Insolvency Proceedings: Our firm represents the stakeholders in insolvency proceedings such as compulsory and voluntary winding-up proceedings, administrations, and schemes of arrangements.
  • Proof of Debt: We assist creditors in preparing and submitting accurate and comprehensive proof of debt claims, ensuring their claims are properly recognised and considered.
  • Cross-border Insolvency: With businesses operating internationally, cross-border insolvency issues arise. Our team specialises in international insolvency law issues.
  • Administration: We provide expert advice on administration procedures, assisting both companies and administrators throughout the process.
  • Schemes of arrangement: Our firm assists clients in formulating and implementing schemes of arrangement, enabling businesses to continue trading while repaying creditors in a structured manner. We also assist in obtaining the court’s approval of such arrangements.
Intellectual Property

With a strong focus on intellectual property law, we handle a wide range of IP matters, including trademarks, patents, copyrights and domain names. Our team has a deep understanding of the legal intricacies surrounding IP rights and works diligently to safeguard our clients’ interests.

We provide expert counsel and representation in both contentious and non-contentious IP matters. Our services include:

  • Searching trademark availability and preparation and filing of trademark applications
  • Preparation and filing of patents and responding to objections

In addition to our expertise in IP law, we understand the importance of protecting our clients’ IP assets globally. We have extensive experience in handling cross-border IP disputes and collaborating with international counsel to ensure the effective enforcement of our clients’ rights worldwide.

Public and Administrative Law

We offer a wide range of services related to public and administrative law, including:

  • Regulatory Compliance: We assist clients in understanding and complying with the ever-changing regulatory landscape. Our team helps navigate through permits, licenses, and regulatory requirements, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
  • Administrative Proceedings: We provide representation in administrative proceedings before the Administrative Court as well as on appeal. Our firm is experienced in advocating for our clients’ interests before administrative tribunals, boards, and other decision-making bodies.
  • Government Contracts and Tenders: We assist clients in navigating government procurement processes, including drafting and reviewing contracts, participating in bidding and tender processes, and resolving contract disputes.
  • Constitutional Law: Our firm advises clients on constitutional matters, including fundamental rights and freedoms, constitutional challenges, and interpretation of constitutional provisions.
  • Disciplinary Proceedings: We specialise in disciplinary proceedings, drawing on our extensive experience in representing professionals including accounting and audit firms facing disciplinary actions.
Real Estate

We provide comprehensive legal services to clients involved in various aspects of real estate transactions and property matters. Whether you are a buyer, seller, developer, landlord, or tenant, our firm can assist you in navigating the legal aspects of real estate transactions. We handle a wide range of matters, including property acquisitions and sales, lease agreements, property development, financing, and property management.

When it comes to property transactions, our firm offers due diligence services to ensure that our clients have a clear understanding of the legal aspects and potential risks involved. We provide thorough review and analysis of contracts, titles, permits, and other relevant documents to safeguard our clients’ interests and minimise any potential legal issues.

We also provide legal guidance in real estate development projects, assisting clients with land acquisition, construction contracts, regulatory compliance, and obtaining necessary permits and approvals.

In addition to transactional matters, our firm handles real estate disputes, including construction disputes, landlord-tenant disputes, boundary disputes, breach of contract claims, and property-related litigation.

Tax and International Tax

Our experienced team understands the complexities of tax laws and regulations, both domestically and internationally, and is dedicated to providing our clients with effective strategies to optimise their tax positions and mitigate risks.

In the realm of tax planning, our team works closely with clients to develop tailored strategies that align with their financial goals and objectives.

Our international tax services cater to clients engaged in cross-border transactions and operations. We assist businesses and individuals in navigating the complex landscape of international tax regulations, including tax treaties, transfer pricing rules, and cross-border tax planning.

In addition to tax planning, we provide comprehensive tax advisory services to address our clients’ ongoing tax needs. Our team stays updated with the latest developments in tax laws and regulations, allowing us to provide timely and accurate advice on a wide range of tax matters.

We have also experience in handling complex tax disputes and provide effective representation before tax authorities and courts such as challenging tax assessments and disputing penalties imposed by tax authorities as well as before the Administrative Court in administrative recourses against tax authorities’ decisions.

Trusts, Wills & Succession

We offer services related trusts, wills, and succession planning, providing expert legal services to clients in need of comprehensive estate planning solutions.

We provide guidance on matters such as asset distribution, appointment of executors, and guardianship provisions, ensuring that our clients’ wishes are legally documented and enforceable.

In addition to our proactive approach to estate planning, our firm also handles litigation matters related to trusts, wills, and succession. We represent clients in will disputes, trust litigation, and probate proceedings, advocating for their interests with professionalism and determination.