Introduction to Cyprus Companies Law & Practice

The seminar "Introduction to Cyprus Companies Law & Practice" is is an online seminar, funded by the HRDA and offers 15 verified CPD points by the Cyprus Bar Association.

To understand the different types of companies regulated under Cyprus Law.
To understand who runs the company and what the function of each organ of a company is.
Draft a memorandum of understanding and articles of association in accordance with the client’s needs. Drafting specific provisions for the amendment of objects and articles.
To understand the position of shareholders and draft ordinary and special resolutions
To understand the indoor management rule and the real apparent and ostensible authority and directors' duties.
To understand the role of members and general meetings. To be able to draft minutes, proxies and notices.
To understand the legal framework for the protection of minority shareholders in a company
To understand and describe the authorized and issued share capital.
To be able to undertake an increase or reduction in share capital (including applying to the court for an extension of time).
To understand how and be able to make changes to a company.
Be able to undertake an effective due diligence review of the company.
Understand the role of the AGM and the audited financial statements and be able to draft the relevant resolution
Describe the role of the power of attorney and be able to draft an effective power of attorney.
Understand the KYC procedures that apply to the services provided to a company in Cyprus.

Corporate Law is one of the most sought specializations of law in Cyprus. The number of candidates who prefer to pursue corporate law (either as a lawyer or administrator) has seen unprecedented growth in the last few years.
This course is practical. The trainer will show you ‘How’ rather than just what and you will receive multiple templates and advice on the practical application of the law.
There are many benefits to studying a course regarding the practical application of the law.
It is an excellent addition to your CV - especially with so many employers requesting experience with the practical side of company law. A qualification like this will help to prove to a prospective employer that you will be able to hit the ground running!
This seminar is taught by highly experienced lawyers and experts in corporate law.

Be able to undertake an effective due diligence review of the company.
Understand the role of the AGM and the audited financial statements and be able to draft the relevant resolution
Describe the role of the power of attorney and be able to draft an effective power of attorney
Understand the KYC procedures that apply to the services provided to a company in Cyprus.
Understand the legal framework for nominee shareholders and trustee arrangements.
Describe and undertake the procedure for company certificates
Describe and understand the importance of the substance of a company (management and control).
Be able to draft the legal documentation for various transactions such as share purchases, shareholders agreements etc.
Understand and describe the redeemable preference shares and conversions of class.
Understand and describe the process of dissolution of a company.
You will also be given specimens such as:
Approval of name/change of name
Memorandum & Articles of Association
Appointment-Resignation of Director-Secretary
Transfer of Shares
Issue and Allotment of shares
Indemnity
Trust Deed
Increase of capital
Engagement Letter
Transfer in/out
EGM/AGM
Reduction of capital
Variation of class rights
Due diligence checklist/KYC
POAs
Liquidation-Strike off

Online Live via Zoom

Funding

If you are eligible for HRDA funding: €624 funded and your employer only pays €156 + VAT on the full amount.
30% discount for employees who do not qualify for funding with the HRDA.