Elias Neocleous & Co

Founded in 1965, Elias Neocleous & Co has grown to be among the largest firms in South East Europe and the Eastern Mediterranean, employing some 200 people, of whom 140 are fee-earners, with 134 lawyers and six tax consultants. The firm is generally regarded as a regional leader, with a particular forte in cross-border work. It has links with major international law firms and is a member of several international bodies. It is the only Cyprus law firm to have achieved the ISO 9001:2002 Standard of Quality Management System and the only Cyprus firm to be ranked in Band 1 in every practice area by Chambers Guides. Elias Neocleous & Co focuses on advising international clients on all aspects of Cyprus and European law, handling the largest and most demanding cross-border assignments. The firm pioneered the development of business ties between Cyprus and Russia and has since played a leading role in Cyprus's development as an international financial center. It has widened its market focus to include China, India and South America, acting for several leading companies from these regions as they enter the European market. All staff are English-speaking and members of staff speak most European languages. The firm continues to invest in its human resources and infrastructure in order to provide clients with service of the highest quality.