The ‘reliable, fast, focused and entrepreneurial’ team at Harris Kyriakides is highly experienced in all aspects of EU and competition law. It possesses deep knowledge of the local regulatory landscape, as well as considerable experience working with international law firms on cross-border matters. It has a strong track record of representing clients in competition law cases. The group has been busy too advising on merger control and antitrust compliance matters. State aid and public procurement are other key areas of expertise. It is well-versed in matters where there is an overlap between intellectual property rights and competition law. In addition, the practice is recommended for its work on guiding clients through merger control in the tech sector and advising on vertical restraints in evolving digital markets. Michael Kyriakides, Eleni Neoptolemou and Angela Charalambous are the heads of the department.
Testimonials
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‘The team is very responsive. They will revert back to you as soon as possible with a clear explanation.'
‘Eleni Neoptolemou - I wish to point out that what makes her stand out is her knowledge, trust and great communication.'
‘The practice is unique as it offers excellent and well-documented legal services through a well-structured approach. It keeps abreast with all current legislation and relevant court cases and also uses modern technology in a very efficient way. Its clients should expect a very reliable and professional service.’
‘Mr. Michalis Kyriakides - his contribution on a rather complex case has been catalytic towards a successful outcome. He always seeks all necessary industry-related information and commercial knowledge to assist him in preparing the case in the most efficient way.’
- 'Michalis Kyriakides + unbelievably smart strategist. Eleni Neoptolemou, extremely smart as well, and together they become a very strong team.'
- 'Dedication to their customer's case. The firm has literally become a trusted advisor on all legal matters.'
- 'The partners and associates are very knowledgeable, experts in their subject and have a well-developed business sense which enables them to go far and beyond the theoretical level of legal advice making them valuable partners.'
- 'You know what to expect from them, always loyal to their customer and the task, and once they believe in the case they run every extra mile needed to win it.'
Key clients
- Squire Patton Boggs (UK) LLP
- Chr. Kapodistrias & Sons Ltd and Kyros Auto Service Ltd
- District Local Government Organisation of Larnaca
- Municipality of Ayia Napa
- European Capital of Culture Organization – Larnaca 2030
- Cyprus Airports (F&B) Ltd
- KPMG Ltd
- Petrou Bros Dairy Products Ltd
- LCA Aviation Fueling System
Work highlights
- Advised TTSA in relation to the “East to Med data Corridor”, an undersea and land data cable developed by MENA HUB.
- Advised IGI Poseidon in connection with EastMed-Poseidon Pipeline Project, a bi-directional energy interconnector aiming to provide a direct link between the Eastern Mediterranean energy resources and the European markets through Cyprus, Greece and Italy.
- Advised Zoom Video Communications, Inc. on compliance with Cyprus and EU regulations.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Michael Kyriakides, Eleni Neoptolemou, Angela Charalambous