Sotiris Drakos LLC law library in Cyprus
Cyprus · Established 1994

Counsel of conviction,
practised with precision.

A boutique Cyprus law firm advising international organisations, corporations and private clients — with the clarity of three decades and the agility of a modern practice.

The Firm

Three decades of trusted Cypriot counsel.

SOTIRIS DRAKOS LLC was established in 1994 by Mr. Sotiris Drakos, and in 2008 became a private limited company (HE237468) registered with the Cyprus Bar Association.

We provide the highest range of legal services tailored to the needs of our clients — international and local organisations, major corporations and individuals. Our team comprises lawyers and associates in Cyprus and abroad: general practitioners and, equally, specialists in their own fields.

In-house languages

English · Greek

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— Approachable

A professional yet informal environment where clients confide freely.

— Committed

Each case treated uniquely; immediate, anticipatory response.

— Pragmatically Aggressive

We control the agenda and keep deals moving toward conclusion.

— Strategically Focused

Specialised depth across the most complex matters and disputes.

— Always Current

Continuous training to remain abreast of every legal reform.

Areas of Practice

Specialised depth across the matters that move markets and lives.

Cyprus Residency & Naturalisation

Permanent residence permits and EU naturalisation guidance.

Real Estate

Acquisition of immovable property, due diligence, sale agreements and title transfers.

Corporate & Commercial

Company incorporation, M&A, shareholder rights, contracts and commercial transactions.

Civil & Commercial Litigation

Banking, insurance, contractual disputes, fraud and professional negligence.

Criminal Law

Defence representation across First Instance and Appeal Courts.

Family Law

Marriage, separation, divorce, inheritance and child-related matters.

Wills & Estate

Drafting Cyprus wills, probate, executorship and succession planning.

Insolvency & Liquidation

Approved insolvency counsel — restructuring, examinership and debt relief.

Human Rights

European Convention proceedings and landmark constitutional advocacy.

Shipping Law

Vessel registration under the Cyprus flag and maritime advisory.

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Why Cyprus

An EU base with English-law foundations.

An EU and Eurozone member at the crossroads of Europe, Asia and Africa, Cyprus pairs competitive tax with a common-law legal system and an English-speaking business community. We help you set up, relocate and invest with confidence.

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15%
Corporate tax rate
60+
Double taxation treaties
€300K
Property investment for fast-track permanent residency
17
Years with no defence contribution on dividends and interest for non-dom residents
01

Establish Your Company

Incorporate in the EU, with one law firm guiding your registration and corporate structure from day one.

02

Secure Permanent Residency

A fast-track route for non-EU investors: new property from €300,000 plus VAT and secured annual income from abroad of at least €50,000.

03

Plan as a Non-Dom

Eligible new tax residents pay no Special Defence Contribution on dividends and interest for 17 years. Tax residency is possible after 60 days in Cyprus, subject to conditions.

Insolvency & Restructuring

An approved insolvency counsellor at your side.

Mr. Sotiris Drakos is an approved insolvency counsellor under the Insolvency of Natural Persons Law of 2015. Our office prepares debt restructuring plans, negotiates with creditors, and protects households and companies through formal proceedings.

For corporate clients, we act as registered Insolvency Advisors and Examiners — assessing viability, securing court protection, and proposing legally binding restructuring that preserves business activity and jobs.

  • Personal Repayment Schemes
  • Debt Relief Orders
  • Examinership
  • Court Restructuring
  • Creditor Negotiation
  • Liquidation
The insolvency consultant's role
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Contact

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Tell us about your matter. We respond personally and promptly — in English or Greek.