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What are the key projects that you have been involved in over the past 12 months?

Over the past year, I have supported the business in expanding operations across all cities in Cyprus, beyond Limassol where our main resort is located, with a particular focus on the capital, Nicosia. This included work to support the passage of relevant legislation.

I also led efforts to pass legislation preventing the introduction of unexpected restrictions on the use of cash in Cyprus casinos. In addition, I reached agreement with the Cyprus Gaming Regulator on a comprehensive compliance framework.

Finally, I established the labour legal framework required for the resort and casino to operate lawfully.

Have you had any experiences during your career as a lawyer that stand out as particularly unique or interesting?

I led Ryanair to arbitration in London and won the case against them. I have closed deals with governments and was involved in opening the Integrated Casino Resort, City of Dreams Mediterranean, in Cyprus.

What do you think are the most important attributes for a modern in-house counsel to possess?

A modern in-house counsel must have strong commercial awareness and the ability to strike the right balance between compliance and business operations, as well as between closing a deal and risking losing it.