Cyprus Company Law Update: Significant amendments to Cyprus Companies Law (Law 4 of 2015)

Amending Law 4 of 2015 introduced important innovations to Cyprus Companies Law (Cap. 113) (the “Law”).  These innovations are aimed at simplifying processes and increasing competitiveness. The amendments came into effect from the 19th of June 2015. Following the amendments, it is  now possible for a  company to be incorporated as a general commercial company…

Insights: Cyprus Company Law – Shareholders Agreements

1.    Introduction The questions below are intended to help shareholders identify and, if relevant, negotiate certain (indicative only) matters regarding regulation of a Cyprus company. The questions are aimed at providing a starting point for discussions between the owners regarding the establishment of a management structure of a Cyprus company. Note that not all the…

Cyprus Company Law: Shareholders’ Agreements / Shareholders disputes in Cyprus

A shareholders’ agreement is a confidential legal document between the shareholders of a company. As such the agreement it is not accessible to third parties unless disclosed. The agreement ensures that a mutual understanding exists between the shareholders’ by explicitly providing the agreed terms for the management and control of the company. Moreover, shareholders agreements…