Harris Kyriakides
Harris Kyriakides

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Banking & Finance

Our well-established banking and finance practice represents local and international banking institutions and credit-acquiring companies on a wide range of litigation, corporate, and regulatory matters. We are recognised for our expertise in both complex litigation and non-litigation issues, collaborating with the most prominent financial institutions in Cyprus. Our team helps clients navigate the significant and ongoing developments in the sector, particularly the rapid rise in the development and use of technology. With considerable knowledge and experience in banking and finance, we draw on a broad range of skills to provide innovative solutions and support our clients in addressing the challenges they face.

We offer comprehensive advice on various banking and finance matters, including banking litigation, enforcement actions, and foreclosure proceedings. Our services also encompass the negotiation, documentation, and execution of credit facilities, as well as performing due diligence exercises for the acquisition of loan portfolios by alternative investment funds and credit-acquiring companies. Additionally, we assist with debt restructuring agreements, the onboarding of real estate assets through debt-to-asset swaps, project finance, asset finance and management, acquisition finance, corporate lending, and regulatory finance. Our expertise further extends to restructurings, bankruptcy, and insolvency, ensuring that our clients receive thorough and effective guidance in all aspects of their banking and finance operations.

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Cyprus updates legislation on recovery and resolution of credit institutions and investment firms
18 December 2024 | 2 mins read

Introduction The Cyprus House of Representatives has approved two legislative amendments to align national laws with EU directives on the recovery and resolution of credit institutions and investment firms. These developments are part of a - Read More...

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Parliament has passed the new framework for credit managers and credit purchasers to align with European Directive 2021/2167
29 October 2024 | 2 mins read

By a majority vote, Parliament has enacted a legislative package to align national law with European Directive 2021/2167, which establishes a unified framework for credit servicers and purchasers. The legislation aims to facilitate the creation - Read More...

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Supreme Court Directive on adjudication of claims related to credit facilities
7 August 2024 | 1 min read

The Supreme Court issued a directive on July 26, 2024, stating that for cases arising from or related to credit facilities, a relevant notice must be submitted to the registry of the court where the - Read More...

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Judgment of the Court of Appeal regarding trapped buyers
30 July 2024 | 3 mins read

The judgment addresses whether the decision of the Director of the Land Registry to transfer the property in the name of a trapped buyer and release the mortgage is consistent with the Constitution.

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Judgment of the Court of Appeal regarding the amount due and interest on Notice type IA
17 July 2024 | 3 mins read

The judgment deals with the content of Notice type IA in relation to the specification of the amount due and the interest.

Events
Latest Developments in Banking Law
28 June 2024 | 1 min read

On 26th June 2024, Harris Kyriakides successfully hosted the seminar titled “Latest Developments in Banking Law.”

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Injunctions suspending demands on performance bonds and bank guarantees
11 June 2024 | 4 mins read

Performance bonds and bank guarantees are vital in ensuring smooth commercial operations. They act as safeguards for parties engaged in business, particularly in industries like construction and contracting. These bonds assure that obligations will be - Read More...

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Financial charges announced in relation to the Register of Beneficial Owners
3 June 2024 | 2 mins read

The Department of the Registrar of Companies and Intellectual Property (TEEDI) has announced the imposition of financial charges in regard to the Register of Beneficial Owners.