Elena Demetriou

Partner, Lawyer - Legal Consultant

Biography

Elena Demetriou is an accomplished lawyer with extensive expertise in a wide range of legal areas, including tax law, corporate finance, international corporate governance, bankruptcy, and property law.

She acquired and developed her analytical ability and problem-solving skills through strict cases and training, and is known for her logical reasoning, persuasiveness, and sound judgment. Elena holds a Master of Laws in International Corporate Law from the University of Leeds and a Bachelor’s Degree in Law from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece.

Elena is a member of the Cyprus Bar Association, Limassol and the University of Leeds Law Club. Elena is dedicated to providing exceptional legal advice and representation to her clients, working collaboratively with legal teams and clients to ensure effective communication and understanding of legal issues.

Pratice Areas

Tax LawProviding guidance on tax planning and compliance for individuals, businesses, and non-profit organizations.
Corporate Finance and Securities LawCorporate Finance and Securities Law involves advising clients on financial and securities matters, including corporate fundraising, mergers and acquisitions, securities offerings, compliance with securities laws, and other financial transactions.
Corporate LawProviding legal guidance for corporate formation, management, compliance, and transactional matters.
International Competition LawInternational Competition Law involves advising clients on antitrust laws, merger control, and abuse of dominance to ensure compliance with regulations and mitigate legal risks.
Insolvency LawInsolvency Law advises clients on bankruptcy, liquidation, and debt restructuring for both personal and corporate financial distress. It helps clients navigate legal processes and minimize financial losses.
International Corporate GovernanceInternational Corporate Governance advises clients on corporate management and control, including board structures, shareholder rights, and ethical conduct. It promotes transparency, accountability, and compliance.
Commercial LawAdvising clients on a wide range of commercial contracts, including sale, purchase, and lease agreements.
Bankruptcy LawBankruptcy Law advises clients on debt and financial distress, including liquidation, restructuring, and bankruptcy proceedings for both personal and corporate matters. It helps clients navigate legal processes for the best possible financial outcome.
Property LawProperty Law involves advising clients on issues related to real estate, including property acquisition, disposition, leasing, and zoning regulation. It covers both commercial and residential real estate, and focuses on helping clients achieve their property-related objectives while minimizing legal risks.
Civil LawCivil Law involves advising clients on issues related to non-criminal legal matters, such as contract disputes, property disputes, and family law matters. It covers a wide range of legal areas, and focuses on helping clients resolve legal conflicts and achieve their desired outcomes through negotiation, mediation, or litigation.
Criminal LawCriminal Law involves advising clients on issues related to criminal offenses, including investigations, arrests, and trials. It covers a range of criminal matters, from minor offenses to serious crimes, and focuses on protecting clients' legal rights and minimizing legal consequences.
Family LawAssisting clients with a variety of legal issues related to family relationships, including divorce, child custody, adoption, spousal support, and domestic violence.

Education & Bar Admission

BA of Law, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki; 2016

LLM, International Corporate Law, 2018. University of Leeds, United Kingdom

Admitted to the Bar since 2018

Skills

Elena Demetriou is an accomplished lawyer with a diverse set of skills and expertise in a range of legal areas, including tax law, corporate finance, international corporate governance, bankruptcy, and property law. With strong analytical ability and problem-solving skills, she provides legal guidance and representation to clients, using her logical reasoning, persuasiveness, and sound judgment to achieve the best possible outcomes. Elena's professional affiliations include membership in the Cyprus Bar Association and the University of Leeds Law Club. She is dedicated to providing exceptional legal advice and representation, working closely with clients to ensure effective communication and understanding of legal issues.