LLPO Law Firm is a registered Lawyers Limited Company, licensed by the Cyprus Bar Association, in accordance to the Cyprus Advocates Law under the name of Angelides, Ioannides, Leonidou LLC and its foundation can be traced back to 1999. The firm consists of approximately 37 dedicated professionals, including lawyers, accountants and administrative staff with headquarters in Nicosia, Cyprus.

Values

The approach of LLPO Law Firm combines client care with in-depth understanding of their business needs. “Advocating for us is not only doing what is best for our clients but also caring about them”. LLPO prioritises the human factor, invests in technology, and fosters a tradition of innovation. By leveraging inter-departmental teamwork, LLPO brings together specialised expertise to address both straightforward and complex issues effectively. Clients are actively involved in the process, with open communication and collaboration at every stage. “Our vision is to exceed clients’ expectations by providing unique services and thus added value”.

International Reach & Expertise

LLPO has directly established a presence not only in Cyprus but also in Athens, London, Dubai and Qatar. This expansion enables LLPO to serve clients across the Greek, Balkan and Middle Eastern markets while strengthening its reach in the UK and other European regions. Through these strategically located offices, the firm is better positioned to provide tailored legal support that meets the diverse needs of its international clientele.

LLPO is also proud to be a member of three major international law firm networks—Consulegis, the International Lawyers Network and the Law Firm Network— together comprising over 200 law firm members in over 70 countries. These affiliations enhance LLPO to deliver comprehensive legal services on a global scale, allowing it to address its clients' diverse needs effectively. Leveraging its international connections, the lawyers are able to provide tailored support across multiple practice areas and jurisdictions, driving commercial outcomes and handling transactions that meet both local and cross-border challenges.

Sector Expertise and Services

Through its dedicated legal team, LLPO provides services in all major areas of law with a particular focus on the following services:

CORPORATE ADVISORY & M&A PRACTICE:

The firm's Corporate Advisory and M&A practice is at the heart of its operations. It serves a diverse range of clients, including local, regional, and international entities across multiple industries. The firm’s practice provides comprehensive guidance on a wide array of corporate matters and leads significant transactions in the market.

Joint ventures are pursued for various commercial goals, including market access and cost-sharing. The firm helps clients achieve these objectives while protecting their interests and managing risks. With significant experience in demergers, reorganisations, and restructurings, the firm advises on complex, often cross-border matters.

The firm is a prominent player in the private equity industry, with a broad client base and deep industry insights that offer a clear perspective on emerging trends and issues.

LLPO serves the diverse needs of corporate clients, providing comprehensive support in corporate restructuring, company law, governance, secretarial services, and other legal and regulatory matters.

LITIGATION AND DISPUTE RESOLUTION PRACTICE:

Commercial and Corporate Litigation:

The team is experienced in obtaining and challenging injunctions, including Mareva, Norwich Pharmacal, Anton Piller, gagging, Chabra, and Quia Timet orders, ensuring clients’ interests are protected throughout the process. LLPO secures the interests of shareholders, minority shareholders, bondholders, and other debt holders. It advises on rights and, as needed, initiates buy-outs or liquidation processes, obtaining liquidation orders and guiding the liquidator through to company dissolution. The team regularly receives instructions concerning the protection of shareholders’ and joint ventures interests in Cyprus Litigation or to support international arbitration procedures, by providing expert opinions on Cyprus Law.

Criminal Litigation:

LLPO’s Criminal Litigation team frequently handle high-profile cases involving indictments on white-collar crime, capital markets crime, licensing crime, and proper Criminal Code offenses, such as theft, violent crimes, and drug charges. The firm also provides pre-investigation advice, reviewing and re-examining evidence for each case as needed. The team repeatedly received instructions from law firms overseas, in relation to extradition procedures and the execution of search warrants issued by authorities overseas.

Banking Litigation:

The Firm holds a standing retainer representing a major Banking institution and it offers expert representation in retail and commercial banking disputes, bankruptcy cases, asset protection claims, and other banking related court procedures.

Insurance, Medical Negligence and Personal Injuries Team:

The firm holds a standing retainer representing a major Cyprus Insurance Company and it provides clear advice for complex cases, navigating the intricacies of insurance law, medical negligence and personal injuries. Through its network of experienced medical malpractice experts, including academics and practitioners familiar with standard medical protocols, the firm is prioritises early case assessments to minimise time and costs, aiming to resolve claims swiftly and with minimal impact on victims’ lives.

Public Law and Public Administrative Law Team: 

LLPO was engaged in studies for legal advice to Supra Governmental and European Organisations, Government, Public and Individual Authorities in a variety of Public and Administrative Law subjects and more specifically it was retained and instructed by the Ministry of Finance of Cyprus and its Privatization Unit, the Planning Bureau of the Republic of Cyprus and the European Commission, the European Investment Bank, the Department of the Registrar of Companies and Official Receiver of the Republic of Cyprus, the Insolvency Service of the Republic of Cyprus, the Cyprus Radio-Television Authority, Frederick University and other local Councils and Associations

CORPORATE SERVICES & ADMINISTRATION PRACTICE:

LLPO’s Corporate Services and Administration practice provides comprehensive legal and advisory services in Cyprus Company Law, including drafting and negotiating commercial contracts of all types and complexities. The team assists in setting up and administering corporate structures, Trusts, and Foundations for diverse private and corporate clients.

With international experience, the team offers corporate services such as company incorporation, management, and administration across jurisdictions, including Greece, the UK, Seychelles, Belize, and the British Virgin Islands, enabling clients to leverage jurisdictional advantages. Through affiliate offices, LLPO also provides nominee, secretarial, registered office, tax, and due diligence compliance services.

LLPO Law Firm’s banking department comprises highly educated personnel who have gained banking experience working previously in local and international banks. The firm offers its clientele the opportunity of opening personal bank accounts or corporate bank accounts with any commercial bank either in Cyprus or abroad.

Additionally, this firm’s practice offers headquartering solutions and corporate finance advisory, catering to financial institutions, entrepreneurs, and companies. The team is skilled in drafting legal documents, including Cyprus-governed loan agreements, security documentation, and cross-border transaction agreements.

LLPO coordinates all accounting and audit needs through its partner accounting firm. Clients can also email inquiries to receive prompt assistance from an accountant.

BANKING & FINANCE ADVISORY SERVICES PRACTICE: 

LLPO provides comprehensive banking and finance legal services, supporting prominent local and international clients in high-profile deals across regulation, restructuring, and dispute resolution.

In particular, the Banking Law team offers legal support, representation and advice on complicated cases including:

• Loan Restructurings and Refinancing;
• Drafting, Interpreting and Completion of Restructuring and Settlement Agreements between Banking Institutions and other organisations or natural persons acting as Borrowers;
• Advice on Banking Matters including Banking Lending, Registration of Security Documents, out of court enforcements of security documents and securitisation;
• Out of Court Settlements; and
• Representation of Clients in Court and handling of complicated Banking Cases.

FINANCIAL ADVISORY SERVICES PRACTICE:

The firm specialises in advising the Financial Services sector, assisting international financial institutions, companies, and private clients with licensing, compliance, and regulatory matters. The firm also offers end-to-end support for licensing applications to the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) and the Central Bank of Cyprus, covering entities like Investment Firms, Alternative Investment Funds, Payment Institutions, and Banks.

LLPO manages all licensing documentation, communicates with regulators, and prepares essential compliance materials, including AML and business procedure manuals. The team also helps recruit qualified directors, provides regulatory compliance services, and supports asset managers.

Financial Services may include:

• Early development and venture funding; Distressed Debt Solutions;
• Development of Exit Strategies;
• Joint Ventures and Associations;
• Incentive Schemes (Incl. Management, Employee, Client / Customer loyalty);
• Private Equity Funds;
• International Transactions;
• Public Offerings and IPOs include:
  • Pre-Public offering strategy and restructuring;
  • Preparation of prospectuses;
  • Preparation of Offering Memorandums and other related offering documents for public and private financing;
  • Preparation of listing documentation for the Cyprus Stock Exchange;
  • Providing advice on creative corporate financing techniques involving the use of debentures, warrants, special warrants, debt conversion, bonds, limited partnerships, and other such instruments.
• Debt Financing;
• Debt Restructuring;
• Investment Company and Domestic or Offshore Funds Formation and Compliance:
• Deciding on Form, Structure and Strategy;
• Instructions towards the Involved Professionals or Authorities;
• Registration of the Legal Structure;
• Preparation of The Memorandum or deed including by-laws;
• Making the necessary agreements as to management, investment and other;
• Preparing and monitoring any application procedures such as public offer application, squeeze out applications etc;
• Acting as Trustee and Agent through one of our related companies;
• Reviewing of all the documentation of a Public Offer take over;
• Reviewing all the documentation for a squeeze out application.

As a Cyprus Stock Exchange (CSE) Nominated Advisor (Nomad) for the Emerging Companies Market, LLPO guides companies through listings, IPOs, and bond offerings. The firm facilitated a €300 million syndicated loan, managing negotiations and documentation as the Lead Arranger.

REAL ESTATE ADVISORY PRACTICE:

The firm offers comprehensive real estate services to local and international clients, representing developers, small buyers, and high-net-worth individuals in Cyprus. With expertise in large-scale transactions, the team provides guidance on acquiring and utilizing real estate for residential, commercial, and office spaces, ensuring clients receive seamless, high-quality service.

Other Major fields and sectors that LLPO offers services on a regular basis are:

• Shipping services
• Information Technology Advisory services
• Insolvency and Liquidation Services
• Investments Immigration Services
• Services related to Cyprus International Trusts
• Betting and Gaming advisory services
• Educational and Universities advisory services

Indicative Clients