Cyprus: Litigation, Mediation & Arbitration

Legal professional privilege is not a mere professional convenience nor a technical rule of ethics. It constitutes a fundamental guarantee of the rule of law, a necessary precondition for the proper administration of justice, and an essential component of every person’s right to effective legal assistance.

Cyprus serves as a critical international enforcement jurisdiction for cross-border disputes, offering multiple legal pathways for recognising and enforcing foreign judgments against assets, corporate structures, and property. The procedural route chosen—whether through EU regulations, Hague Conventions, bilateral treaties, domestic legislation, or common law—can materially affect speed, cost, and ultimate recoverability for creditors seeking to execute judgments obtained abroad.

International Arbitration Comparative Guide for the jurisdiction of Cyprus, check out our comparative guides section to compare across multiple countries

A freezing order, often referred to as a Mareva injunction, is one of the most powerful interim remedies available in Cyprus litigation. It is designed to prevent a defendant from disposing of, transferring, hiding...

The law in Cyprus on the recognition and enforcement of foreign judgments provides for various legal frameworks, the applicability of which depends on the originating country in which the judgment was issued.

Cyprus has enacted significant amendments to its judicial framework governing disputes over credit facilities secured by primary residences. The new legislation expands District Court jurisdiction to examine not only outstanding debt balances but also broader contractual issues including overcharges and unfair terms, while establishing specific procedures for challenging enforcement notices against mortgaged homes.

Road traffic accidents are among the most frequent reasons people seek legal counsel in Cyprus. While some cases settle directly with insurers, others demand thorough legal, medical, and factual examination—particularly when serious injuries, disputed liability, long-term symptoms, loss of earnings, or future medical needs are involved. This comprehensive FAQ addresses the most common questions about car accident and personal injury claims in Cyprus.

Cryptocurrency fraud victims in Cyprus are increasingly targeted by sophisticated "recovery" scams involving cold calls, remote access requests, and false promises to retrieve lost digital assets. Recent court cases demonstrate that while recovery is not guaranteed, victims who preserve evidence and act quickly may have realistic legal options through Cyprus courts, including freezing orders, disclosure relief, and asset preservation measures.

A freezing order, often referred to as a Mareva injunction, is one of the most powerful interim remedies available in Cyprus litigation. It is designed to prevent a defendant from disposing of, transferring, hiding...

International Arbitration Comparative Guide for the jurisdiction of Cyprus, check out our comparative guides section to compare across multiple countries

Derivative actions are a powerful legal mechanism that enables shareholders to bring claims on behalf of a company when those in control fail to act in the company's best interests.

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