A Recognition of Excellence

These rankings reflect our firm’s solid commitment to excellence, client service, and delivering outstanding results across complex, cross-border matters.

Furthermore, they reaffirm Patrikios Legal’s position as a leading Cyprus law firm with strong international reach, trusted by multinational corporations, financial institutions, leading law firms, entrepreneurs, high-net-worth individuals and other associates worldwide.

We extend our sincere appreciation to our lawyers and support staff, whose dedication, expertise, and professionalism make these achievements possible. Their commitment to excellence and client service lies at the heart of everything we do.

Also, we deeply thank our clients and peers for their continued trust and recognition.

Please find below the rankings and parts of the commentary as released by the Legal 500 EMEA 2026:

Dispute Resolution – TIER 1

Our Dispute Resolution team continues to stand at the forefront of the Cyprus market, recognised for its depth of expertise across litigation, arbitration, and complex disputes.

The Legal 500 highlights the team’s ability to “handle urgent matters under significant pressure with exceptional skill, delivering successful outcomes quickly” and praises its deep understanding of client needs.

Key lawyers recognised:

• Stavros Pavlou – Hall of Fame
• Chrysostomos Nicolaou – Leading Partner
• Marina Hadjisoteriou – Leading Partner
• Eleni Dionysiou – Leading Associate

Clients particularly commend:

‘Stavros Pavlou and Chrysostomos Nicolaou are exceptional lawyers, offering sound and reliable advice with strategic vision.’

‘Marina Hadjisoteriou was highly responsive and pragmatic, showing great awareness of client priorities and the practical complexities of internal processes.’

‘Eleni Dionysiou is remarkably talented and already demonstrates mature professional judgment.’

‘Stavros Pavlou, Katerina Philippidou and Salomi Stavrou maintain excellent communication and chemistry with clients, delivering timely and effective solutions.’

‘Chrysostomos Nicolaou is intelligent and driven, while Andria Antoniou is meticulous, strategic and thorough in her approach to complex matters.’

 Commercial, Corporate & M&A – TIER 1

Our Commercial, Corporate and M&A practice is recognised as top tier, with strong capabilities across cross-border transactions, restructurings, and complex corporate advisory.

The Legal 500 describes the team as “distinguished by its depth of expertise and ability to combine technical precision with practical, business-oriented solutions.”

Key lawyers recognised:

• Stavros Pavlou – Leading Partner
• Stella Strati – Leading Partner
• Angelos Onisiforou – Of Counsel

Client feedback highlights:

‘Stella is exceptional both in customer service and legal details.’

‘Timing of the service was excellent, and the team is composed of people of high expertise in their field of work.’

‘Clear, actionable advice enabling fast and confident decision-making.’

Banking & Finance – TIER 1

Our Banking & Finance team continues to be recognised for its work on local and international financings, loan structuring, and complex multijurisdictional transactions.

Clients praise the team’s responsiveness and dedication, noting “great knowledge and experience – hands-on and immediate responses,” even across time zones.

Key lawyers recognised:

• Stavros Pavlou
• Angeliki Epaminonda
• Stella Strati – Leading Partner

Real Estate & Construction – TIER 2

Our Real Estate & Construction practice is recognised for its strong transactional and advisory capabilities, particularly in high-value developments and complex property structures.

Key lawyers recognised:

• Stylianos Trillides – Next Generation Partner
• Stella Strati – Next Generation Partner
• Stavros Pavlou – Practice Head

Clients particularly commend:

‘Stylianos Trillides is a stand-out lawyer – he is calm and very considerate in his responses.’

‘Stylianos Trillides is very knowledgeable and is an expert in his field – he is respectful and can solve whatever issues.’

Tax – TIER 2

Our Tax practice continues to be acknowledged for its cross-border expertise and ability to deliver practical, business-oriented solutions across complex international structures.

The Legal 500 emphasizes the team’s “impressive efficiency, responsiveness and clear, actionable advice within tight timelines”.

Key lawyers recognised:

• Stavros Pavlou – Leading Partner
• Stella Strati – Leading Partner
• Stylianos Trillides – Key Lawyer

Client feedback highlights:

‘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.’

To read more, please visit our page at the Legal 500 site here