Chrysses Demetriades & Co Law Office‘s maritime and admiralty team is the port of first call for some of the world’s largest ship owning and ship management companies, as well as banks, financial institutions and ship financiers. The ’very experienced’ Michael McBride, experienced in advising commercial clients and the Cypriot and foreign governments on tax, vessel registration requirements, chartering, sale, purchase, trading contracts and COAs, shipbuilding, insurance and regulatory compliance, helms the team. Alongside him as co-head is ‘very practical’ ship financing expert Marion Madella. Nikoleta Kleovoulou is likewise a key contact for shipping finance, regularly advising clients on financing agreements and security documents.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Michael McBride is a leading authority in Cyprus shipping law, combining exceptional legal insight with strong commercial understanding.’
- ‘Highly responsive and deeply knowledgeable, the team excels in Cyprus admiralty and maritime law, with notable strength across all levels.’
- ‘Marion Madella is an experienced, practical and responsive practitioner, leading the shipping finance group with efficiency and clarity.’
- ‘Michael McBride provide efficient, timely support, offering fair billing and consistently dependable advice.’
- ‘The team is responsive, dedicated and knowledgeable, delivering sound legal solutions with precision.’
- ‘Expert knowledge defines the firm’s maritime practice, ensuring clients receive precise and informed guidance.’
Work highlights
Advised a client on the Cyprus law aspects of loan portfolio acquisition including vessel mortgages, share pledges, ISDA agreements, opinions and registrations.
Advised a security agent and Scandinavian lenders on Cyprus law for $350m bonds and $400m facility secured by mortgages over eight vessels.
Advised borrowers on Cyprus law for €200m bonds and $20m facility secured by mortgages over five vessels and extensive security package.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Michael McBride
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Nikoleta Kleovoulou
Practice head
Michael McBride; Marion Madella
Other key lawyers
Nikoleta Kleovoulou