Gaston Hadjianastassiou, noted for being ‘approachable and collaborative’ by clients, leads Hadjianastassiou, Ioannides LLC’s employment team. Across workforce structuring, compensation and benefits, global mobility law, workforce transformation, HR risk, workplace disputes and equality proceedings, the team excels. The team also advises on platform work, the AI act implementation, whistleblowing compliance and pay transparency directives. Exhibiting ‘pragmatism’ and an ’ability to explain complex legal matters’, Michalis Georgiou bolsters the team’s ability on employment relationships, disciplinary procedures, terminations and workplace policy development and enforcement.

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Testimonials

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‘The team ensures swift collaboration and responses, demonstrating deep expertise and providing tailored, practical solutions.’
‘Michalis and Gaston are approachable and collaborative, always focused on delivering the best possible service and solutions for their clients.’
‘Kypros is a strong leader and client-centric lawyer who heads a team of highly competent professionals with diverse skills and expertise.’
‘The team distinguishes itself by acting as true business partners rather than mere legal advisors. Their strength lies in solving complex, cross-disciplinary problems that combine areas such as employment and tax law.'
'When challenges arise, they bring together the right specialists to deliver clear, actionable plans. This integrated, commercially focused approach sets them apart from other firms.’
‘Michalis Georgiou stands out for his pragmatism and ability to explain complex legal matters in clear, business-oriented terms - he operates as both a lawyer and strategic advisor.'

Key clients

Abacus
Adidas Cyprus
Alpha Television Cyprus
Apollonio Private Hospital
Bank of Cyprus
Bouygues Batiment International
Cafman
Citrus Gardens Development
Coca-Cola HBC Cyprus
Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC)
D. HADJINESTOROS & CO LLC
Edrington Middle East & Africa

Work highlights

Advised a global online food and grocery delivery company on multi-jurisdictional legal risks and compliance in courier operations, including employment status and regulatory compliance under Directive (EU) 2024/2831.

Advised three provident funds through their transition to a new multi-employer provident fund.

Advised several clients on employment law due diligence and transactional support for the acquisition or selling of companies, with combined value of over €2.383bn.