Patrikios Legal‘s tax team is noted for its ability across tax disputes, daily tax advisory, and setting up tax-efficient structures for cross-border transactions. The department’s clientele includes local and international corporations and law firms, as well as high-net-worth individuals and entrepreneurs. Stavros Pavlou, the executive chairman of the firm specialising in international trusts, asset protection and international tax planning, and Stella Strati, a key adviser to individuals and families on trust law issues and sanctions and restrictive measures, lead the practice.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Patrikios Legal operates with impressive efficiency. Their team is well-coordinated, responsive and delivers clear, actionable advice within tight timelines.’
- ‘Stella Strati combines deep technical knowledge with a clear, practical approach that clients appreciate - she delivers high-quality, timely advice and are always focused on achieving workable solutions.’
- ‘Stylianos Trillides, Stella Strati and Stavros Pavlou operate with a warm and humane attitude, maintaining a professional, respectable and representative appearance.'
- ‘What really makes it stand out is their combination of professionalism and personal commitment. Unlike competitors who may provide standard responses, Stella, Antonis and Stylianos take the time to truly understand the client’s needs and tailor their approach accordingly.'
- ‘Cross-border expertise - seamlessly handle matters involving multiple jurisdictions with a client-focused approach delivering practical, business-oriented solutions.’
- ‘Stavros Pavlou is an outstanding litigator and undoubtedly one of the best lawyers in Cyprus. He combines deep legal knowledge with sharp strategic thinking, consistently delivering exceptional results in high-stakes disputes.'
Key clients
- Yiallourides & Partners
- DLA Piper Italy
- VALORIS AVOCATS
Work highlights
Advising a Cyprus start-up company, which operates in the sector of IP and software development, in relation to the applicable Cyprus IP tax regime and whether the activities of the company qualify under this tax regime.
Advising on the tax consequences of a new structure involving a Cyprus entity to act as an agent for an established foreign company, operating in the telecommunications field.
Assisting in the preparation of a legal and tax memorandum relating to the intended relocation of a French national to Cyprus, for the purposes of obtaining the Cyprus tax residency.
Lawyers
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Practice head
Stavros Pavlou; Stella Strati
Other key lawyers
Stylianos Trillides