Led by Marcos Georgiades, the banking and finance department at Georgiades & Pelides has a well-rounded team, which covers all aspects of banking law. It advises on secured commercial lending, project and corporate finance, as well as on the enforcement of securities. Additionally, it receives a steady flow of work on hire purchase arrangements and issues relating to the establishment of banks in Cyprus. Marios Pelides is another seasoned practitioner.
Testimonials
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‘Georgiades & Pelides’ practice is distinguished by its unwavering commitment to client success and a deep understanding of the financial landscape in Cyprus and beyond.'
'The team combines extensive knowledge and experience with a collaborative approach, fostering strong client relationships while effectively navigating complex regulatory frameworks and structuring innovative financing solutions.'
- 'What sets them apart from other firms is their personalised service and responsiveness, ensuring clients are securely informed of their legal obligations. This focus provides peace of mind in a challenging regulatory environment.’
‘Marios Pelides consistently demonstrates exceptional leadership and strategic insight. Dominique Pelides has quickly impressed us with her diligence and attention to detail.'
‘The team is readily available and provides prompt and clear advice. Irene Argyrides consistently makes herself available and provides clear and considered advice.'
‘The thing we admire about the team is experience and expertise. We have addressed Georgiades & Pelides with rather a complicated task. They managed to resolve it promptly and in ways we could not imagine.'
‘We keep in touch with Irene Argyrides -she is highly qualified.'
- 'The individuals at Georgiades & Pelides are truly remarkable, combining expertise with strong interpersonal skills that make collaboration a pleasure.'
Key clients
- Hellenic Bank Public Company Limited
- Astrobank
- National Bank of Greece (Cyprus) Limited
- Playtech plc
- Goldman Sachs
- Phoenix Tower International
- Themis Portfolio Management
- Hoist AB
- Latomia Pharmakas
- UBS
- Blackstone
- Wargaming Group Limited
- Andreou Energy Group
- Palta Ltd
- The Grammar School, Nicosia
- Kapnos Transport
- Tofarco Construction
- PHC Franchised Restaurants Public Ltd
- EPIC Limited
- Photos Photiades Group
- Fattal Hotel Group
- CNP Assurances Group
- CVC
- ATPI
- KKR
- EQT
- UBS AG
- Coca-Cola Hellenic Bottling Company AG
- Enteca plc
- MHV Group
- Amaro Hospitality Group
- Bolt
- Tripledot Studios
- Total Energies Renewables SA
Work highlights
- Advised Phoenix Tower International on a EUR 1.2bn refinancing, as well as on the corporate reorganisation of the PTI group.
- Advised UBS on the merger between Credit Suisse (Schweiz) AG and UBS Switzerland AG.
- Advised Crédit Agricole on the transfer of a multi-jurisdictional loan portfolio.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Marcos Georgiades