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Tornaritis Law Firm Offices
16 STASIKRATOUS
6TH FLOOR
1065 NICOSIA
Cyprus
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Tornaritis Law Firm > The Legal 500 Rankings
Cyprus > Banking and finance Tier 5
Tornaritis Law Firm houses ‘an impressive team of legal professionals with deep expertise in the field‘. The team stands out as ‘well-versed in a wide range of financial matters, including banking regulations, lending, project finance, and securities‘. The versatile group has a solid track record in advising on major financial deals and commercial loans. Regulatory and compliance work is another key area of instruction. Additionally, the firm is noted for holding a specialist licence from the Cyprus Stock Exchange as a Nominated Advisor for the Cyprus Stock Exchange Emerging Companies Market. The practice is collectively led by Criton Tornaritis, Alexandros Alexandrou and Marios Panayiotou.
Practice head(s):
Criton Tornaritis; Alexandros Alexandrou; Marios Panayiotou
Other key lawyers:
Charalambos Artemis
Testimonials
‘The team has a strong academic background and solid professional experience in the banking and finance field. They are always available to meet to discuss your problems and propose solutions.’Â
‘The practice boasts an impressive team of legal professionals with deep expertise in the field. Their attorneys are well-versed in a wide range of financial matters, including banking regulations, lending, project finance, and securities. This depth of knowledge is a significant strength that sets them apart from other firms.’
‘The practice is distinguished by its exceptional team, client-centric approach, innovative use of technology, collaborative culture and transparent billing practices. These qualities make it a standout choice for clients seeking expert legal counsel in the banking and finance sector.’
‘Exceptional lawyers who stand out through their deep expertise and specialisation in their respective fields. They have a comprehensive understanding of the intricacies of banking and finance law, allowing them to provide insightful advice and innovative solutions to clients.’
‘Charalambos Artemis – a unique and talented attorney.’
‘Alexandros Alexandrou -strategic thinker, excellent knowledge of industry and local environment.’
‘Great service. Knowledgeable lawyers. Very proactive approach. Great collaborations.’
Key clients
AstroBank Public Company Limited
Trust International Insurance Company Limited
Commercial Union Insurance
Cyprus Popular Bank Public Co Ltd in Liquidation
Hellenic Bank Public Company Ltd
Lakatamia Municipality
BDO Cyprus (Insolvency & Restructuring)
Quantuma UK & Cyprus
Fidescorp Limited
LRC UK Group
Ellinas Finance Public Company Ltd
WTE Wassertechnik GmbH
Nest Investments Holdings (Cyprus) Ltd
ECOMMBX Limited
TROCKLAND CYPRUS
L.B. Landbank Properties Constultants Ltd
Animalia Genetics Limited (in Administration)
QQuant Master Servicer Cyprus Limited
VERTA Insurance &Amp; Reinsurance Brokers (Cyprus) Limited
BookieCo Betting Stores Ltd
Exclusive Change Capital Limited
Cyprus > Commercial, corporate and M&A Tier 5
The ‘forward-thinking‘ team at Tornaritis Law Firm is active in handling due diligence exercises on major deals, however under the collective leadership of Criton Tornaritis, Alexandros Alexandrou and Marios Panayiotou, the group is also instructed on a range of other matters, including shareholder agreements and joint venture contracts.
Practice head(s):
Criton Tornaritis; Alexandros Alexandrou; Marios Panayiotou
Other key lawyers:
Charalambos Artemis
Testimonials
‘TORNARITIS LAW FIRM’s Commercial, Corporate, and M&A practice stands out due to its strategic expertise, diverse industry knowledge, innovative use of technology, client-centric approach, collaborative culture, global reach, transparent billing practices, and commitment to diversity and inclusion.’Â
‘Exceptional lawyers. They continuously update their knowledge and are recognised as subject matter experts in their respective fields.’
‘Knowledgeable, hardworking, and very responsive team. Geared to provide a unique service supporting the journey from inquiry to implementation (including administration and logistics).’
‘Responsive, supportive. Alexandros Alexandrou has been exceptional in assisting through the process. His advice has been extremely helpful.’
‘ Charalambos Artemis – a talented attorney, business oriented, able to provide comprehensive advice in an understandable manner also for clients that are not legal experts.’
‘Alexandros Alexandros -strategic thinker, excellent knowledge of industry and local environment.’
‘Good strong knowledge. Willing to go the extra mile. Happy to assist with our enquiries.’
‘Excellent response time. Work well under pressure. Sticks to deadlines. Assists with enquiries. Great service. Knowledgeable lawyers. Very pro active approach. Great collaborations.’
Key clients
AstroBank Public Company Limited
Cyprus Popular Bank Public Co Ltd in Liquidation
Hellenic Bank Public Company Ltd
Lakatamia Municipality
BDO Cyprus (Insolvency & Restructuring)
Quantuma UK & Cyprus
Fidescorp Limited
LRC UK Group
Ellinas Finance Public Company Ltd
WTE Wassertechnik GmbH
Nest Investments Holdings (Cyprus) Ltd
ECOMMBX Limited
Trockland Cyprus
L.B. Landbank Properties Constultants Ltd
Animalia Genetics Limited (in Administration)
QQuant Master Servicer Cyprus Limited
Trust International Insurance Company Limited
VERTA insurance & reinsurance brokers (cyprus) limited
Commercial Union Insurance
BookieCo Betting Stores Ltd
Exclusive Change Capital Limited
Tornaritis Law Firm > Firm Profile
The firm: From its founding in 1924 to its present-day status as a leading law firm, Tornaritis Law Firm has demonstrated a sustained commitment to excellence in the practice of law, public service and a civil society. The firm’s practice and character is deeply rooted in its history, as exemplified in the history of its lawyers and services.
Criton G Tornaritis KC started as a young lawyer from Limassol. Among his many accomplishments he was to be the first Attorney General of the Republic of Cyprus. He wrote 65 complete books and more than 5,000 essays, the content of which was mainly legal. Among the tens of honours and distinctions bestowed upon him were those of the Queen’s Counsel (KC) and the Athens Academy Prize for his outstanding literary work. He became known worldwide for his shrewd legal mind, his sobriety and for always being down-to-earth. He was followed by his son George C Tornaritis, who was registered as advocate in 1959 with the Supreme Court of Cyprus. He defended many famous cases and founded the Tornaritis Marine Life Foundation in 1992, acting as its first president.
The managing partner today is his grandson Criton G Tornaritis, who was registered as advocate in 1989. He has long experience with the Eastern European market and Romanian jurisdiction. Today, the firm includes lawyers who have the experience, maturity and legal skills to handle a wide range of legal problems. Although the firm has matured from its beginnings in the early part of the 20th century, the character of the firm is still true to the dreams and visions of its founders.
Areas of practice: The firm is an expert in handling large and complex claims, both domestic and international, involving some of Cyprus’ largest financial institutions. It represents clients involved in a wide range of complex national and international commercial disputes through the life cycle of the dispute.
The firm advises on a wide range of medium to high-value banking disputes. Its experience in this area includes actions on behalf of banks, corporate clients and individuals, having acted on a number of significant cases in investment banking. The firm advises on disputes involving: financial institutions; bonds and other forms of debt finance; syndicated or bilateral; trade finance involving letters of credit and other documentary credits; factoring, discounting, securitisation and asset-based lending; foreign currency and other commodity disputes; and fraud and asset recovery.
The firm is experienced in assisting clients in restructuring or insolvency structures or proceedings. It is recognised as a specialist in commercial resolution of disputes arising from corporate failures. The firm has experience in the winding up of a company, especially in its relation to court. Clients include creditors, debtors and insolvency practitioners.
The firm has great expertise in banking and credit applications for banking and financial institutions in Cyprus, including providing assistance and submitting applications to grant an authorisation by the Central Bank of Cyprus for electronic money services in the Republic of Cyprus.
The firm holds a specialist licence from the Cyprus Stock Exchange as a listing advisor for the Cyprus Stock Exchange Emerging Companies Market, and the strong regulatory compliance department lends weight to prospective listings in the eyes of the CSE and potential investors.
Tornaritis Law Firm has established relationships with international firms. Currently it is co-operating with DLA Piper regarding a contractual project in Hong Kong and Cyprus, and is also co-operating with the UHY London offices regarding insolvency proceedings. It also provides legal services for banks and financial institutions in Canada, Romania, Lebanon, Hong Kong and the UK.
The firm also has experience in the following: administrative and public law disputes involving immigration, employment and family law; injury, accident and insurance claims and disputes; and real estate disputes involving purchasers, vendors, landlords, tenants, construction firms, developers, management companies and financial institutions, with expertise ranging from litigation of basic agreements and contractual disputes to complex multi-jurisdictional measures to protect and enforce clients’ rights.
Main Contacts
Department | Name | Telephone | |
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Banking and finance | Criton Tornaritis | ||
Banking and finance | Alexandros Alexandrou | ||
Administrative and public law | Marios Panayiotou | ||
Administrative and public law | Kleopas Stylianou | ||
Company and commercial litigation | Alexandros Alexandrou | ||
Company and commercial litigation | Marios Panayiotou | ||
Personal injury | Marios Panayiotou | ||
Property litigation | Marios Panayiotou | ||
Property litigation | Kleopas Stylianou | ||
Insolvency and winding up | Alexandros Alexandrou | ||
Insolvency and winding up | Criton Tornaritis | ||
Corporate and due diligence | Alexandros Alexandrou | ||
Corporate and due diligence | Criton Tornaritis | ||
Electronic money institutions | Criton Tornaritis | ||
Electronic money institutions | Alexandros Alexandrou | ||
Financial services regulatory | Criton Tornaritis | ||
Financial services regulatory | Alexandros Alexandrou | ||
Fiduciary services | Alexandros Alexandrou | ||
Litigation | Marios Panayiotou | ||
Litigation | Alexandros Alexandrou | ||
Payment institutions and real estate | Criton Tornaritis | ||
Payment institutions and real estate | Marios Panayiotou | ||
Technology and e-commerce | Criton Tornaritis | ||
Technology and e-commerce | Kleopas Stylianou | ||
Advice relating to alternative dispute resolution | Criton Tornaritis | ||
Advice relating to alternative dispute resolution | Marios Panayiotou | ||
Risk analysis | Criton Tornaritis | ||
Risk analysis | Alexandros Alexandrou | ||
Enforcement | Marios Panayiotou | ||
Enforcement | Kleopas Stylianou |
Staff Figures
Number of lawyers : 19Languages
English Greek Romanian Russian- Banking and finance
- Commercial, corporate and M&A