The ‘professional’ team at Patrikios Legal works on a broad array of local and international corporate and commercial matters. Areas of focus include handling multi-jurisdictional mergers and acquisitions, restructurings, and re-domiciliation in and out of Cyprus. The group frequently works on company liquidations, advises on trust formation, and on complex corporate governance issues. It is well-versed in IP matters too. The firm is continuing to expand its services in the UAE. Stavros Pavlou and Stella Strati are at the helm. Lia Iordanou Theodoulou left the firm in early 2025.
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Testimonials
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‘Patrikios Legal's Commercial, Corporate, and M&A practice stands out for its blend of deep legal expertise and a client-focused approach. The team is highly responsive, offering practical and strategic advice tailored to the client’s needs.'
'Their strength lies in efficient, client-driven processes and a collaborative culture, which ensures seamless handling of complex legal and corporate transactions. Patrikios Legal offers the quality of a large firm while maintaining the personal touch of a boutique practice.’
‘The individuals at Patrikios Legal stand out for their professionalism, in-depth knowledge, and unwavering commitment to client satisfaction. Their approach is both personable and proactive, ensuring that complex issues are simplified and addressed with clarity and precision.'
'Stavros Pavlou, Stella Strati and Stylianos Trillides bring a unique blend of expertise and strategic insight that sets them apart from competitors. Their dedication and attention to detail have made a significant impact on the quality of service we have received.’
‘The depth of this team is immaculate. Always on top of the developments and the trends. Fresh and knowledgeable! Stavros Pavlou, Stella Strati,.'
‘Very good and long cooperation, high qualification, responsibility, a wide range of legal fields covered, always punctual and pro-active. Highly recommended. Managing partner Stavros Pavlou is our main contact. Other persons: Stella Strati, Stylianos Trillides, Angeliki Epaminonda.'
Key clients
- Wealthmore Services Ltd
- Accura Advokatpartnerselskab
- Iason Skouzos Tax Law
- LSR Group
- Ropes & Gray
- Crystalserve Fiduciary Services Limited
Work highlights
Advising a Cyprus company investing in a number of entities and subsidiaries throughout Europe operating in the area of green electricity and the wider renewable energy sources sector.
Assisting with the legal and tax due diligence of a Cyprus company, being the potential target of a Swiss investor wishing to acquire a 35% stake therein.
Advising a Cyprus company which holds a portfolio of investments (including investments in NPLs) with a value of more than EUR55m in relation to the acceptance by its board of directors of a binding offer made by an Irish financial institution for the acquisition of part of the relevant financial assets.
Lawyers
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Practice head
Stavros Pavlou; Stella Strati
Other key lawyers
Stylianos Trillides; Angeliki Epaminonda