About Us

Company Overview

S. Dionysiou & Partners LLC (DP Law) is a business law firm in Cyprus located in the country’s capital city, Nicosia. We offer varied services of Cyprus law under the umbrella of corporate and commercial law for our international clientele who benefit from the advantages of Cyprus’ tax regime, immigration programs and geographical location. As regards litigation services, we offer our clients the best possible representation in any legal dispute, be it civil, commercial, contractual, administrative law and personal family issues, business disputes or criminal cases.

Our law firm in Cyprus specialises in corporate and commercial and banking and finance law, bringing legal innovation and delivering unprecedented quality of service in all areas of Cyprus law. With our growing network of legal professionals around the globe, DP Law Cyprus can assist clients wherever they are in the world and provide an international perspective coupled with local insight to Cyprus law to effectively deliver efficient and desired results for our clients. At DP Law Cyprus, our mission is to be able to consistently deliver innovative legal, business and tax solutions to our clients in an optimal manner that is also time efficient to cater to today’s demanding business climate.

S. Dionysiou & Partners LLC has been acknowledged by THE LEGAL 500, one of the biggest legal directories in the world, as a top firm in Cyprus in 2024. The Legal 500 Europe, Middle East & Africa for Cyprus has praised the firm’s Commercial, Corporate and M&A for their expertise. It is also important to note that two of the firm’s lawyers were highlighted in The Legal 500 Europe, Middle East & Africa 2024 editorial: Soulla Dionysiou and Theos Vrahimis were recommended in the commercial, corporate and M&A fields.

Our Vision is for DP Law to be recognized as one of Cyprus’ most customer-centric Law offices.

Our Aim is to add value to our clients’ businesses.

The Team

Soulla Dionysiou

FOUNDING PARTNER

With extensive experience in corporate law and commercial transactions, merger and acquisition, real estate, banking and finance, and private client matters.

Anna Akinina

CORPORATE & MIGRATION DEPARTMENT MANAGER
Specializes in corporate governance, legal compliance, and business development, advising clients on structuring, relocation, and regulatory frameworks.

Demetris Andreopoulos

ASSOCIATE LAWYER

Advises on corporate and commercial matters, regulatory, investment funds, trusts and private client work.

Get in Touch

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Contact Info

Soulla Dionysiou

FOUNDING PARTNER

Soulla Dionysiou is the founder and managing director of S. Dionysiou & Partners LLC.

With extensive experience in corporate law and commercial transactions, merger and acquisition, real estate, banking and finance, and private client matters, Soulla has established herself as a trusted legal advisor in the industry.

She has successfully led numerous multi-billion transactions, demonstrating her proficiency in navigating intricate legal landscapes. Soulla’s notable achievements include the acquisition of one of the largest Business Centres in the CIS through a joint venture structure, the re-assignment and release of securities for an international airline company and the representation of a leading oilfield services giant in Cyprus oil drilling ventures.

Her expertise extends to private client matters, where she advises entrepreneurs, international families, trust companies, and family offices on real estate, estate planning, structures, and ad-hoc personal affairs. Additionally, Soulla advises UHWNI on immigration matters, assisting foreign residents in structuring Cypriot investments or on their relocation to the island in the most tax-efficient manner.

Furthermore, Soulla regularly represents borrowers and financial institutions in high-value corporate, banking, and finance transactions. She provides invaluable insights into various security structures and offers strategic advice. Her vast experience has allowed her to work on par with international law firms, investment firms around the globe, from Russia and many CIS countries to the USA and China.

Soulla commenced her career at Antis Triantafyllides & Sons LLC, one of the top tier law firms in Nicosia, for over 13 years where she had under her administration hundreds of companies.

She possesses a Law degree from the University of London and she is a member of the Cyprus Bar Association.

Soulla has been listed by Legal 500 as a “Recommended Lawyer” in The Legal 500 EMEA 2024 edition.

Anna Akinina

CORPORATE & MIGRATION DEPARTMENT MANAGER

Anna joined our firm at the beginning of 2024, bringing with her a wealth of expertise and a strong educational foundation, including master’s degrees in Economics (MEcon, Ukraine), Marketing Management (MMS, France), and Business Administration (MBA, Latvia). With over nine years of experience in the legal and corporate sectors, she has quickly become an invaluable asset to our team.

As a Corporate & Migration Professional, Anna excels in delivering high-quality services across a variety of industries, including corporate governance, legal, business development, and relocation assistance. Her in-depth expertise spans corporate transactions, governance structures, and full-cycle company administration, enabling her to manage everything from company formation to dissolution.

Anna’s proficiency extends to managing the annual obligations of companies, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and streamlining operations for a diverse portfolio of 100+ companies. She is highly skilled in advising clients on corporate structuring, optimizing business processes, and navigating the complexities of legal and regulatory frameworks.

Her strong analytical skills, coupled with a deep understanding of economic aspects, further enhance her ability to support strategic decision-making and drive business growth. Anna has also contributed to the field through her published research, which has enriched her knowledge of business development and governance.

Fluent in English, Russian, and Ukrainian, with intermediate proficiency in Greek, Anna communicates effectively with a wide range of clients and partners, further strengthening our firm’s global reach and capabilities.

Demetris Andreopoulos

ASSOCIATE LAYWER

Demetris Andreopoulos is an Associate Lawyer at S. Dionysiou & Partners LLC, where he advises international and local clients across corporate, regulatory and private client matters.

Demetris has longstanding experience in financial services regulations and compliance. He advises regulated entities on their ongoing regulatory obligations, including investor protection, anti-money laundering and data protection, and assists clients with licensing and authorisation matters. He also has broad in-house experience advising groups operating across financial services, corporate and technology sectors, which gives him a practical, business-minded understanding of the issues his clients face.

Before joining DP Law, Demetris practised as Legal Counsel at Langham Hall in Luxembourg, acting for the Alternative Investment Fund Manager (AIFM) of several investment funds. He advised on the legal and governance matters of those funds, including fund structuring, the operations of AIFs, investments and regulatory compliance. 

At DP Law, his practice covers corporate governance and shareholder and board disputes, cross-border commercial contract drafting and negotiation, advisory, private client and immigration matters. He is also a registered mediator and assists parties in resolving commercial and civil disputes.

Demetris completed his traineeship at L. Papaphilippou LLC in Nicosia and has also completed a traineeship at the Court of Justice of the European Union in Luxembourg. He holds an LLB Law from the University of Leeds and is a member of the Cyprus Bar Association.

Fluent in Greek and English, Demetris works with clients from a wide range of jurisdictions.