For nearly half a century, Harris Kyriakides has stood as a pillar of excellence, innovation, and trust within Cyprus’s legal industry. Founded in 1976, the firm will celebrate 50 years of continued growth in 2026, and today stands as one of the largest and most highly regarded law firms in Cyprus. With an unwavering commitment to specialisation, cross-border capability, and client-centric service, Harris Kyriakides exemplifies the power of focused legal expertise in a rapidly evolving global environment.
A Legacy Built on Expertise
Since its establishment, Harris Kyriakides has pursued a clear mission: to deliver high-calibre legal services tailored to the unique needs of each client. This vision has enabled the firm to evolve into a multidisciplinary powerhouse. Today, it maintains a team of over 30 lawyers and more than 70 professionals, organised into specialised departments that cover the full spectrum of commercial and corporate law.
The firm’s practice areas are as extensive as they are specialised. They include Administrative & Public Law, Antitrust & Competition, Banking & Finance, Commercial, Corporate, Criminal & Extraditions, Dispute Resolution, Employment & Labour, Insurance & Personal Injury, Mergers & Acquisitions, Private Client, Public Procurement & State Aid as well as Real Estate. Each department is led by lawyers with deep sector knowledge, ensuring clients benefit from targeted advice and commercially driven strategies.
This legal expertise spans a wide range of industries and sectors, including Banks & Financial Institutions, Consumers & Retail, Energy & Natural Resources, Governmental Institutions, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Hospitality & Tourism, Real Estate & Construction, Risk Management & Insurance, Shipping & Aviation, Sports, Media & Entertainment, Technology & Telecommunications, and Transport & Logistics.
Importantly, Harris Kyriakides operates offices across all districts of Cyprus, providing comprehensive, on-the-ground support to clients island-wide and reinforcing its position as a firm with a unified standard of excellence.
The Power of Specialisation
Specialisation is the cornerstone of Harris Kyriakides’ operating model. By developing dedicated teams within defined legal sectors, the firm offers nuanced guidance across complex regulatory and transactional landscapes. This structure not only fosters technical excellence but ensures that lawyers remain fully attuned to the fast-evolving legal and regulatory developments in their respective fields.
Whether advising on a multi-jurisdictional merger, representing a client in high-stakes litigation, or navigating the intricacies of real estate development in Cyprus, Harris Kyriakides provides insights rooted in deep subject-matter expertise. Its lawyers are not only trusted advisors but strategic partners, capable of identifying and mitigating risk well before it materialises.
Cross-Border Reach and International Insight
In today’s global economy, Harris Kyriakides has built strong alliances with leading international law firms and actively participates in prominent cross-border legal networks. These relationships enable the firm to offer seamless legal support for clients operating internationally, particularly across Europe and the Middle East.
This international capacity is particularly evident in the firm’s advisory work on cross-border transactions, international arbitration, regulatory compliance, and disputes involving multinational stakeholders. Harris Kyriakides continues to enhance Cyprus’s position as a reliable, strategic jurisdiction for complex legal matters of international importance.
Embracing Digital Transformation
Harris Kyriakides is not only responsive to legal evolution but is actively shaping it. Digital transformation plays a central role in the firm’s operations, allowing for smarter, faster, and more secure service delivery. From AI-powered tools supporting litigation strategy and due diligence to cloud-based case management systems, the firm integrates cutting-edge technologies to optimise efficiency and client responsiveness.
This forward-thinking approach enables legal teams to focus on high-value work, deliver tailored legal insights with precision, and uphold the highest standards of client confidentiality and security.
A Culture of Client Commitment
At the core of Harris Kyriakides is a strong culture of client service. The firm places significant emphasis on understanding each client’s industry, operational priorities, and long-term goals. This allows its lawyers to provide not just legal advice, but commercially practical, forward-looking solutions.
Whether working with local SMEs, listed multinationals, or public sector institutions, the firm adopts a bespoke, results-oriented approach to every engagement. Clients consistently cite the firm’s accessibility, clarity, and unwavering professionalism as key differentiators in the market.
Recognition and Reputation
Harris Kyriakides is consistently ranked in leading international legal directories, including The Legal 500, Chambers and Partners, and Lexology. Both the firm and its individual lawyers receive top-tier recognition across a wide range of practice areas.
These accolades reflect not only the firm’s technical strength, but also its deep commitment to integrity, responsiveness, and service excellence.
A Vision for the Future
As Cyprus continues to adapt to shifting economic and legal dynamics, Harris Kyriakides remains focused on shaping the future of legal services. The firm is actively investing in next-generation talent, expanding its digital capabilities, and promoting diversity and inclusion across all levels.
Its proactive engagement in legislative reform, digital economy issues, and ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) advisory positions the firm at the intersection of law and progress—where legal expertise becomes a lever for meaningful impact.
In a world where specialisation defines value, Harris Kyriakides continues to set the benchmark in Cyprus. With nearly five decades of experience, a culture grounded in precision and integrity, and a bold outlook for the future, the firm is ideally positioned to support clients navigating complexity in Cyprus and beyond.
Harris Kyriakides doesn’t just practice law—it sets standards. And as the legal profession continues to transform, the firm remains steadfast in its purpose: delivering solutions that matter, for clients that lead.