For many Lebanese, Cyprus has long been a favored destination, whether as a place to escape conflict or, more recently, as a hub for business and investment opportunities. Recognizing this trend, we, as a law firm, have established strategic partnerships with legal experts in Cyprus to support Lebanese investors. Our aim is to protect their investments, guide them in making informed decisions, and provide comprehensive legal advice through close coordination with our Cypriot partners.
Proper legal guidance and follow-up are essential to ensure that an investor’s funds are utilized efficiently and in compliance with local regulations, especially when investments are made outside one’s home country. It’s crucial for investors to fully understand the laws and procedures in place in the country where they’re investing, particularly financial, tax, and banking laws, as well as the specific regulations that govern real estate and other investment types. This necessitates the involvement of a lawyer well-versed in the local legal framework.
Unfortunately, many Lebanese investors have fallen victim to fraud, deceived by individuals posing as businessmen, influential figures, or even lawyers. These imposters would promise assistance, collect large sums of money, and transfer them to Cyprus through unofficial means, without delivering any of the services they had pledged.
From our extensive experience, we’ve noticed a pattern: clients often approach us for legal advice and then attempt to proceed with their investments independently—trying to cut corners by avoiding legal fees. This is a risky and unwise approach. Many of those who chose this path faced significant setbacks, including financial loss and, in some cases, complete fraud.
On the contrary, those clients who entrusted us with their investments succeeded in navigating the legal complexities with ease. Our collaboration between our office in Lebanon and our legal partners in Cyprus has enabled us to provide not only expert legal advice but also robust protection for our clients’ assets. This ensured that their investments were secure and in full compliance with local laws.
We strongly urge any investor, particularly Lebanese nationals, to avoid taking unnecessary risks in an attempt to save a little money or due to an overestimation of their knowledge. Instead, we recommend seeking proper legal counsel. Contact our office in Lebanon so we can help safeguard your investments, especially if you are considering or already investing in Cyprus.