Insights
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Cross-border recognition and enforcement of foreign court judgments
The accession and successful implementation of the Hague Convention of 2 July 2019 on the Recognition and Enforcement of foreign judgments in civil or commercial matters (the Hague Convention 2019 or the Convention) between the European Union member - Read More...
New era in the Cyprus arbitration regulatory framework
The institution of arbitration, as an alternative means of dispute resolution, is heading towards substantial reform following a relevant draft bill by the Ministry of Justice and Public Order, with the adaptation of the legislation - Read More...
Enhancing global legal cooperation: Special Commission on the HCCH Service, Evidence and Access to Justice Conventions
The HCCH Special Commission on the practical operation of the 1965 Service, 1970 Evidence and 1980 Access to Justice Conventions took place recently in the Hague. “The Special Commission meeting reviewed the Service, Evidence, and - Read More...
Judicial Proceedings via Videoconferencing: Practices and Proposals
Our Partner and President of the Reform and Civil Procedure Rules Committee of the CBA, Nicolas Kyriakides, expertly moderated the discussion alongside Secretary of the Committee, Ms. Constantina Zantira. The session addressed current practices, the - Read More...
Guidance from the Cyprus Court of Appeal on interim injunctions involving fraud allegations
A recent ruling by the Cyprus Court of Appeal provides key insights into the standards required for granting such injunctions, especially where fraud and conspiracy are alleged.
EU Justice Scoreboard 2024: Cypriot Justice Remains at the Bottom of Europe
Despite Cyprus’ legislative efforts to enhance its judicial system, Cyprus remains behind other EU countries in the number and scope of adopted measures, leading to the lowest overall performance within the European Union.
International Conference Explores Conservatory Measures (Interim Injunctions) in Cypriot and Greek Law
Legal scholars and practitioners gathered on 22 April 2024 for an insightful online conference titled “Conservatory Measures (Interim Injunctions) In Cypriot and Greek Law.” Hosted by the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, the event delved into - Read More...
EU Takes Major Step Towards Digitalising Justice Systems
The European Union has marked a significant advancement in its quest to digitalise justice systems with the adoption of Regulation (EU) 2023/2844 and Directive (EU) 2023/2843. These measures, ratified on December 13, 2023, aim to - Read More...
Cyprus companies mandated to include contractual prohibitions for re-exports to Russia
As part of its ongoing efforts to strengthen sanctions against Russia and prevent the circumvention of export bans, the EU has introduced legal provisions, such as the ‘no re-export to Russia’ clause, effective as of - Read More...
The Law of the Establishment and Operation of a Single Agency for the Out-of-Court Settlement of Financial Disputes (Amending Law of 2023)
With the amendment of the Law relating to the Establishment and Operation of a Single Agency for the Out-of-Court Settlement of Financial Disputes, the powers of the Financial Ombudsman for the out-of-court settlement of disputes - Read More...
Liquidation petitions against Cyprus companies after the issuance of arbitral awards
In circumstances where a monetary arbitral award is issued against a Cyprus company, the issue arises as to whether the arbitral award would need to be recognised and enforced before the Cyprus Courts prior to - Read More...
Cyprus implements eJustice in civil litigation
The implementation of eJustice represents a monumental shift in Cyprus’s civil justice system, moving away from conventional paper-based procedures towards a modern online platform.