Alexandros A. Papantoniou

Alexandros Papantoniou is a distinguished Litigation Advocate and PhD Candidate at the University of Cyprus, with deep expertise in Dispute Resolution, Commercial Law, Corporate Litigation, Construction Law, Banking Law, and Real Estate. He holds an LLM in Banking Law and Financial Regulation from the London School of Economics and an LLB from the University of Nottingham, providing a strong academic and practical foundation for his complex, high-stakes legal practice. Alexandros is a certified arbitrator and a member of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (MCIArb).

Alexandros represents individuals, corporations, and government entities in Cyprus and abroad. He appears regularly before the Cyprus District Courts, the Cyprus Court of Appeal, and the Supreme Court, as well as in arbitration, mediation, and adjudication. His notable achievements include:

• Landmark Representation in International Energy Sector: Alexandros successfully advised and represented a contractor in a multi-jurisdictional lawsuit concerning one of the largest wind parks in the Middle East, achieving favorable outcomes in a case with far-reaching implications for regional energy and infrastructure projects.

• Construction and Public Procurement Litigation: He has acted for large construction companies engaged in public construction tenders and contracts, expertly guiding them through the complexities of Cypriot public procurement law. Alexandros has led numerous adjudication, arbitration, and litigation proceedings, protecting his clients’ interests in cases involving high-value construction projects.

• Multi-Million-Dollar Arbitration: Alexandros represented a consulting corporation in a multi-million-dollar dispute, successfully navigating the arbitration process and securing positive outcomes that safeguarded his client’s financial and strategic interests.

As a Member of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (MCIArb), Alexandros brings a holistic understanding of both litigation and ADR mechanisms. His contributions to legal scholarship include articles in the Anglo-Russian Digital Law Journal and Springer’s Banking and Financial Technology, where he explores topics like smart contracts and regulatory technology. Known for his dedication to innovation, he is an active participant in conferences on blockchain, cryptocurrency, NFTs, DeFi, and other emerging technologies.

In recognition of his academic and professional achievements, Alexandros has earned multiple honors, including the Award of Excellence in Cyprus Bar Association Exams and an Undergraduate Legal Employability Award from the University of Nottingham. He serves on the Cyprus Bar Committee for “Unveiling Cyprus as a Centre for Dispute Resolution” and a member of the Cyprus Blockchain Association.