Issue 1 2023

32 Acquisition International - Issue 1 2023 Nov22293 Cypriot Innovation in Cross-Border Transactions Founded in 1983, Andreas Th. Sofokleous LLC has built a reputation as a dynamic and modern boutique law firm operating across Cyprus. Following the firm’s recognition in the 2022 AI Leading Adviser programme as the ‘Leading HNWI Cross-Border Transactions Law Firm of the Year’ we spoke with Partner Lorenzo Toffoloni to explore the firm’s history and ethos. tilising a team of expert lawyers, accountants, corporate administrators and paralegals, alongside the three core partners of the firm, Andreas Th. Sofokleous LLC has accumulated a strong presence in Europe and the Middle East. By virtue of their multi-continental presence, the team has cultivated diversity to best serve and reflect their clients’ needs. As one of the three partners, Lorenzo Toffoloni reflects the firm’s greater drive towards excellence and innovation. With extensive experience in corporate transactions, merger and acquisitions, both local and international, and counseling clients on various daily corporate and commercial matters, Lorenzo absolutely embodies the expertise that the firm wants to embody. “Andreas Th. Sofokleous LLC endeavours to be excellent and noted in multiple avenues. The firm has been ranked on top-notch legal directories (such as Chambers and Partners) and received accomplishments from different organizations for its Private Clients Practice. The firm specializes in private client matters and corporate law, regularly advising high net worth individuals and family businesses on a range of matters, including tax planning, inheritance and asset management.” It goes without saying, but it speaks volumes that the firm targets and works regularly with high-net-worth individuals – notably requiring an utterly bespoke approach and an ability to exceed the highest of expectations. It is with this population that Andreas Th. Sofokleous LLC has secured enduring success, though its expertise certainly extends beyond those services. “One of our key strengths, according to client testimonials is our ability to deal with complex matters and understand the needs of clients.” The future of the firm lies in compounding its reputation in the crossborder transactional space – an impressive goal, considering its already considerable presence on the landscape. Accolades for Andreas Th. Sofokleous LLC • International Business Law Firm of the Year in Cyprus - 2022 Global Law Experts Annual Awards • Leading Cross-Border Transactions and Taxation Law Firm of the Year in Cyprus – 2021 (Acquisition International) • Private Client Law Firm of the Year in Cyprus – 2021 (Global Law Experts) • Private Client Law Firm of the Year in Cyprus – 2020 (Corporate INTL) • Private Client Law Firm of the Year in Cyprus – 2020 (Global Law Experts) U Company: Andreas Th. Sofokleous LLC Contact: Lorenzo Toffoloni, Partner Website: www.aslaw.eu - Despina Sofokleous, LL.M. Partner, Andreas Th. Sofokleous LLC Tel.: +357 22763601 Fax: + 357 22769816 E-mail: [email protected] - Lorenzo Toffoloni, LL.M. Partner, Andreas Th. Sofokleous LLC Tel.: +357 22763601 Fax: + 357 22769816 E-mail: [email protected]

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