We aim in settling these upsetting for both parties financial disputes on the most fair and amicable way and we are sensitive in avoiding unnecessary conflicts with the other spouse.
  • CYPRUS

  • ENGLAND & WALES

  • BERMUDA

  • DUBAI

Cyprus

Jurisdiction: Cyprus

With a court system based on common law, Cyprus courts are known for their professionalism, impartiality, and efficiency. The language used in court proceedings is Greek, but English may also be used before the Commercial and the Admiralty Courts.

Our litigation services in Cyprus offer a comprehensive approach to resolving legal disputes, with a deep understanding of the law and a commitment to strategic thinking and creative problem-solving. We will work closely with you to understand your specific needs and goals, and develop customized litigation strategies. Whether you are involved in a civil or corporate dispute, a fraud case, or a commercial matter, or whether you are facing a personal legal matter, our Cyprus based litigation team backed up when and if needed by our London based barristers is uniquely-equipped to provide you with the legal representation you need.

England & Wales

Jurisdiction: England & Wales

The UK courts are renowned for upholding the rule of law and delivering justice impartially. Based on common law, judicial decisions are based on precedent and custom rather than statutory law.

The legal system in the UK is complex, with separate courts for different types of cases, ranging from small claims courts to the highest court, the Supreme Court.

Our team of London barristers lead by Timothy Frith and Angelos Paphitis are widely respected for their high level of professionalism, which is characterized by a range of qualities and attributes. Some of the key qualities of our London based team include deep knowledge of the law along with extensive experience in their area of practice, analytical skills able to analyze complex legal issues and identify key arguments, advocacy skills, effective communication and strong argumentation, a keen eye for detail, high standards of professionalism, including punctuality and reliability, what characterises our team of barristers, personalized care to our clients.

Bermuda

Jurisdiction: Bermuda

The Bermuda courts are known for their independence, impartiality, and efficiency. The judicial system in Bermuda is based on English common law with final appeals taking place before the Judicial Committee of the Privy Councils (JCPC) which sits in London.

At AGP Law, we are fortunate to have senior litigator and arbitrator Timothy Frith on our team. Mr. Frith is called to the Bar of Bermuda and together with the rest of our London based team of barristers has extensive experience representing clients in a wide range of disputes in Bermuda. His expertise includes commercial litigation, regulatory matters, and international arbitration, and he has successfully represented clients in some of the most complex and high-profile cases in Bermuda. Mr. Frith's reputation for excellence in litigation and arbitration is a testament to the high-quality services we offer at our firm.

Dubai

Jurisdiction: UAE (Dubai)

AGP Law established its UAE presence in July 2022 with the creation of the UAE Corporate and Business Consulting Services office(link to uae web), a significant milestone in our 17-year history. Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) is a leading global financial centre with its own independent legal system based on English common law. DIFC Courts are renowned for their efficiency and sophistication in handling a wide range of commercial disputes.

At AGP Law, we are proud to offer top-quality litigation services in the DIFC Courts, with a team of highly experienced litigators and barristers led by Angelos Paphitis, Maria Constantinou, and Timothy Frith. Our team has a deep understanding of the DIFC legal system and a proven track record of success in representing clients in complex international commercial disputes. We offer a range of litigation services, including commercial litigation and arbitration, and we are proud to be one of the leading litigation firms in the region.

To view AGP’s full service offering out of the Dubai office, please click here: UAE Corporate Services - AGP & Co (agplaw.com/uae).

Matrimonial Property & Financial Settlements

Matrimonial Property & Financial Settlements

Recommended Lawyer in Family Law, in Cyprus; Legal 500, 2013 ed.

During a Divorce process in Cyprus, the Family Courts are able to grant exclusive use of the home or matrimonial possessions but absolute settlements of matters concerning property disputes need to be dealt with by means of separate applications.

In Cyprus, the Law Regulating Property Relations of Spouses (Law 232,1991) provides the settlement provisions after the breakdown. The main provisions of the law are:
  • In the event of dissolution or annulment of a marriage and in the event that the property of one spouse has been increased during the wedding and this increase has been contributed to in any way the other spouse then the contribution is presumed to be 1/3 of the increase, unless a larger or smaller contribution may be proved.
  • The financially stronger spouse may be ordered for maintenance of the other spouse depending to the other spouse's employment (if any), age and medical needs as well as to children's needs. The amount of maintenance will depend on the financial strength of the stronger spouse as well as on the needs of the other spouse and their Child or Children if any.

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Finances on separation is a question that always arise which may either be dealt with through straightforward negotiations between the two partners or may end up in complex and long Court proceedings.

In either case, our experienced lawyers will guide you through on each stage involved and try to minimize conflict and process.

We aim in settling these upsetting for both parties' disputes on the most fair and amicable way and we are sensitive in avoiding unnecessary conflicts with the other spouse or his/her lawyers.

  • A.P. v. E.P.: Represented A.P., a local businessman, in a divorce case in Cyprus. The primary contention was a disputed property in Limassol and an offshore account in the Cayman Islands. The case also involved challenging issues of international jurisdiction due to E.P.’s dual citizenship
  • Z.A. v. N.A.: In a custody battle between a Cypriot father (Z.A.) and our client an Australian mother (N.A.), both sought primary custody of their dual-citizen child of 6 years old. During arguments over habitual residence, cultural upbringing, and financial stability, the court eventually ruled for a joint custody arrangement, following agreement by the parties, with the child to be spending the school year in Cyprus and holidays in Australia with a personal bank guarantee in Cyprus by our client that she will be sending the child back
  • A.G. v. H.T.: Counseled A.G., a Cyprus native, in her divorce from H.T., a British expatriate. The key issue revolved around the custody of their twin daughters and shared properties in Cyprus and the UK
  • D.K. v. M.K.: Assisted D.K. in divorce proceedings, where complications arose over financial differences which included undisclosed assets in Switzerland
  • E.R. v. S.N.: Represented E.R., an Australian national living in Cyprus, in a divorce that required extensive negotiations on child custody and shared properties in Limassol as well as in the UAE
  • I.S. v. F.S.: Acted on behalf of F.S. in a divorce case involving multi-million-euro properties in both Cyprus and Moscow, Russia. The challenge was the division of these assets and establishing the primary residence for their teenage daughter
  • O.S. v. S.S.: Represented O.S., a local businessman, in his divorce from S.S. Proceedings primarily revolved around child support, alimony, and their shared luxury villa in Limassol
  • V.I. v. D.I.: Acted for D.I., a Russian HNWI, in a high-profile divorce involving assets across Cyprus, Russia, France and Switzerland. Legal complexities arose due to a shared family business in Russia and multiple real estate properties in Moscow, France, Italy and Switzerland. The case involved multiple injunctions to which we, AGP Law, representing our client, have succeeded on all of them whether in district or Supreme court level
  • V.K. v. A.Z.: Representing A.Z., a Russian HNWI, in his divorce with V.K. The couple owned a private jet which turned out to be a business asset, which became a significant contention point. Furthermore, they had vast assets, including a beachfront property in S. France. The applicant applied for and obtained an interim prohibitory injunction against our client, not to alienate any assets which directly or indirectly belonged to our client’s companies incorporated in Cyprus.