KINANIS LLC‘s ’strategic, forward-thinking’ commercial, corporate and M&A team offers clients the full array of support, from reorganisations, structuring and securing financing transactions and capital reductions to inward and outward reconciliations, regulatory compliance, private offerings and sanctions advice. Andrea Ioakim, a practitioner focused on M&A and a key adviser to international law firms and clients, leads the team from Nicosia. Yiolanda Rotsides is another key member of the team, specialising in tax, data privacy, trusts, estate planning and IP matters.
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Testimonials

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  • 'Kinanis LLC stands out as more than a legal advisor—they’re strategic, forward-thinking partners.'
  • 'Andrea Ioakim stands out for her exceptional technical expertise, particularly in corporate law, where she brings deep knowledge and pragmatic judgment.'
  • 'Kinanis LLC combines deep expertise, innovative culture, and forward-thinking service delivery to offer clients a proactive, integrated, and highly personal legal advisory experience.'
  • 'The practice stands out for its excellence in all fields of its practice. They have in-depth knowledge of the legal and regulatory procedures and produce a desired outcome.'
  • 'The individuals we work with at the firm are exceptional — not just in their legal capabilities, but in the level of dedication and accessibility they bring to every matter.'
  • 'The practice stands out for its expertise, innovation (in technology, collaboration and diversity), and client-focused approach.'

Key clients

  • Alismar
  • Alunafi
  • Bt Invest
  • Bugsyempire
  • Cea Audit
  • Dci Advisors
  • Dentons Europe Studio Legale Tributario
  • Eserve Investments
  • First Imagine Group
  • First Investment Bank
  • Halman Consultants (Overseas)
  • Informer A.E. Group

Work highlights

Advised DCI Advisors Ltd on the €27.6m sale of its interest in a BVI joint venture owning Cypriot land, including complex structuring, escrow arrangements and mixed cash and in-kind consideration.
Advised PeopleCert International Ltd on Cyprus law matters in relation to a €150m bridge facility, including compliance with formality requirements and stamp duty considerations.
Advised Ependicy Ltd, part of a Registered Alternative Investment Fund, on the €5.5m acquisition of a Cyprus dairy company, including due diligence, drafting and negotiation of transaction documents.

Lawyers

Next Generation Partners

Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Practice head

Andrea Ioakim

Other key lawyers

Yiolanda Rotsides; Valando Kavazi