Mr Christos Kinanis > KINANIS LLC > Nicosia, Cyprus > Lawyer Profile

KINANIS LLC
12 EGYPT STREET
1097 NICOSIA
Cyprus

Work Department

Corporate, Legal Department and Litigation

Position

Managing Partner

Career

Christos Kinanis established Kinanis Law Firm in 1983 and since then manages the firm as the Managing Partner. Mr. Kinanis has extensive experience in advising on Company Law, Taxation Law, Trusts, Civil / Corporate Litigation and Blockchain innovative technology and practice.  His experience and involvement in a variety of different legal projects along with his comprehensive and well-rounded legal knowledge enhance his strong ability to provide professional advice.

Christos Kinanis holds a Postgraduate Degree in Law (LL.M) from the University of Cambridge, UK, and an Undergraduate Degree in Law (LL.B) from Athens University, Greece. He was admitted to the Cyprus Bar Association in 1983 and is a member of various local and international Professional Associations and Memberships.

Mr. Kinanis is also the author of numerous publications and articles on legal topics relating to the areas of expertise.

Languages

Greek, English

Memberships

  • The Cyprus Bar Association
  • The International Tax Planning Association (ITPA)
  • The Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP)
  • Cambridge Commonwealth Trust

Education

University of Cambridge, (LL.M)

University of Athens, (LL.B)

Lawyer Rankings

Cyprus > Banking and finance

The ‘accessible and practical’ team at KINANIS LLC is co-led by Christos Kinanis and Andri Michael. The practice is sought after by alternative investment funds, and is also instructed by international lenders, credit institutions, borrowers and shareholders in banking and finance matters. The group also garners praise for its experience in blockchain technology, and is adept at advising on the payment services regulatory framework in Cyprus.

Cyprus > Dispute resolution

Christos Kinanis and Costas Apokides jointly head up the practice at KINANIS LLC. The group’s core strength lies in advising on disputes concerning shareholder rights and corporate governance issues, and is also noted for handling contentious matters concerning administrative and competition law issues. The client base includes banks and investment funds, as well as healthcare, real estate and technology consulting companies.