Michael Kyprianou & Co. LLC acts on the full spectrum of real estate and construction matters, from sale and purchase matters, leaseholds and real estate finance to real estate litigation, tax leasing and immigration-related issues. The team supports high-net-worth clients, investors, and often advises on planning and matters related to foreign-currency-backed loans. Savvas Savvides, exhibiting ‘outstanding leadership’, leads the team alongside Lambros Soteriou and Tonia Antoniou. Esme Palas, who is a real estate law expert, and Leandros Constantinou are consistently recognised by clients for their work on the team.
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Testimonials
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- ‘The team at Michael Kyprianou & Co. LLC are exceptionally professional, responsive, and client-oriented, making every process—from property purchases to immigration—smooth and reassuring.'
- ‘Esme Palas and Leandros Constantinou stand out for their exceptional professionalism, responsiveness, and personal dedication - offering clear, patient, and practical guidance throughout every stage of a transaction or immigration process.’
- ‘Savvas Savvides demonstrates outstanding leadership, deep market knowledge, and excellent negotiation skills. He inspires confidence, manages transactions with strategic precision, and ensures clients’ interests are always safeguarded.'
- ‘Eleni Drakou and Polina Polycarpou are recognised for their deep expertise in residency, real estate, and business law. Their precision, integrity, and strategic insight make complex cross-border matters clear and manageable.’
- ‘The firm is widely regarded as one of the most professional and trustworthy in Cyprus, combining international standards with genuine care and personal attention. Every interaction reflects transparency, integrity, and client commitment.’
- ‘Michael Kyprianou & Co. LLC distinguishes itself through its accessibility, clear communication, and forward-thinking approach. The team’s structure allows seamless collaboration across departments, ensuring full coverage of client needs under one roof.’
Work highlights
Advised multiple clients on the sale and purchase of properties, both commercial and residential, valued over €20.
Represented a high-profile client in a transaction involving diplomatic relations, with an investment size of €5m and a strict legal framework set by the client.
Advised on a matter that involved extensive coordination with the bank’s Head Office, the Land Registry Office, and the Cyprus branch of the bank, which had closed, complicating the mortgage release process.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
Savvas Savvides; Lambros Soteriou; Tonia Antoniou
Other key lawyers
Esme Palas; Eleni Drakou; Sotiris Poullas; Polina Polycarpou; Leandros Constantinou