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B2B event with 4 CPD units
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Since 2014 BEST LEGAL Conference gathers in Limassol partners from local and international legal firms, corporate lawyers, founders and managers of international companies based in Cyprus, C-level executives from at least 10 countries.
BEST LEGAL 2023 will focus on Cyprus laws, regulations, international developments that affect Cyprus and will be organised under the slogan: LEGAL MEETS TECH.
The conference will be conducted in English and is accredited with 4 CPD units from Cyprus Bar Association.
BEST LEGAL 2023 will focus on Cyprus laws, regulations, international developments that affect Cyprus and will be organised under the slogan: LEGAL MEETS TECH.
The conference will be conducted in English and is accredited with 4 CPD units from Cyprus Bar Association.
BEST LEGAL CONFERENCE PROGRAM
September 27-28, 2023
September 27-28, 2023
Wednesday,
September 27
September 27
Wednesday,
September 27
September 27
19:00 – 21:00
19:00 – 21:00
Welcome Party for Best Legal Conference participants, speakers and sponsors.
The event will be organised in a famous restaurant located in Limassol Marina and will be attended by the distinguished members of the Economic Diplomacy Council.
Venue: Jamie Oliver at Limassol Marina
The event will be organised in a famous restaurant located in Limassol Marina and will be attended by the distinguished members of the Economic Diplomacy Council.
Venue: Jamie Oliver at Limassol Marina
Thursday,
September 28
September 28
Thursday,
September 28
September 28
08:30 – 09:00
08:30 – 09:00
Registration. Morning Coffee and Introductions.
Venue: Four Seasons Hotel, Limassol
Venue: Four Seasons Hotel, Limassol
09:15 – 10:30
09:15 – 10:30
Plenary Session I:
Legal Evolution in Cyprus: From New Courts and Laws to Digital Transformation
Keynote Address: The event is opened by Dr. Christos Clerides, President of Cyprus Bar Association.
Newly-established Commercial and Admiralty Courts in Cyprus. Extradition Law, Legal background and common practices in Cyprus.
Overview of Recent Changes in Cyprus Laws and Regulations. Forecast and Analytics on 2023-2024 Challenges.
Melina Pyrgou, Managing Director, Pyrgou Vakis Law Firm
Digitalisation in Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
Explore the transformative power of digitalisation on dispute resolution! Dive deep into Cyprus dispute resolution mechanisms, policies in managing shareholder differences. Understand the impact of technologies like Blockchain on revolutionizing conflict management strategies and policies. Join us to uncover how digitalisation is reshaping ADR and enhancing conflict resolution processes in the digital age!
Stéphanie Laulhé Shaelou, Professor of European Law and Reform, Head, School of Law, UCLan Cyprus
Constantinos Clerides, Partner, Phoebus, Christos Clerides & Associates LLC
Legal Evolution in Cyprus: From New Courts and Laws to Digital Transformation
Keynote Address: The event is opened by Dr. Christos Clerides, President of Cyprus Bar Association.
Newly-established Commercial and Admiralty Courts in Cyprus. Extradition Law, Legal background and common practices in Cyprus.
Overview of Recent Changes in Cyprus Laws and Regulations. Forecast and Analytics on 2023-2024 Challenges.
Melina Pyrgou, Managing Director, Pyrgou Vakis Law Firm
Digitalisation in Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
Explore the transformative power of digitalisation on dispute resolution! Dive deep into Cyprus dispute resolution mechanisms, policies in managing shareholder differences. Understand the impact of technologies like Blockchain on revolutionizing conflict management strategies and policies. Join us to uncover how digitalisation is reshaping ADR and enhancing conflict resolution processes in the digital age!
Stéphanie Laulhé Shaelou, Professor of European Law and Reform, Head, School of Law, UCLan Cyprus
Constantinos Clerides, Partner, Phoebus, Christos Clerides & Associates LLC
10:30 – 11:00
10:30 – 11:00
Coffee Break: Connect, collaborate, and share insights with fellow delegates.
11:00 – 12:15
11:00 – 12:15
Plenary Session II:
The Future of Legal Practices: Digital Transformation and AI Risk Management
The Future of Legal Practices: Digital Transformation and AI Risk Management
Technological Evolution in Legal Practices
Gain insights into the tokenisation of real estate, goods, and services, which is not only reshaping legal practices by promoting the development of virtual legal firms but also enhancing the capabilities of artificial intelligence in optimising legal processes and operations. Learn on how new technologies are transforming legal practices.
Charis Savvides, Partner, Grant Thornton (Cyprus)
Christiana Aristidou, Founder, CEO, Christiana Aristidou LLC
Moderator: Stéphanie Laulhé Shaelou, Professor of European Law and Reform, Head, School of Law, UCLan Cyprus
Navigating AI Risks in Contracting and Data Sharing
Protect sensitive information while leveraging AI! Navigate the legal framework of AI data usage, data ownership, and European AI regulations. Identify data breach risks and strategies to ensure client data privacy. Could having private AI models be the key to preventing data leaks? Engage with industry experts to shield your business from unfair competition. Join us to decode the risks and secure your data in the AI-driven world!
Christos Christodoulou, Community Organiser, Pydata Cyprus; Head of Product & Data, Epikast
Yiannis Menelaou, expert in Blockchain Technologies and Fintech
Gain insights into the tokenisation of real estate, goods, and services, which is not only reshaping legal practices by promoting the development of virtual legal firms but also enhancing the capabilities of artificial intelligence in optimising legal processes and operations. Learn on how new technologies are transforming legal practices.
Charis Savvides, Partner, Grant Thornton (Cyprus)
Christiana Aristidou, Founder, CEO, Christiana Aristidou LLC
Moderator: Stéphanie Laulhé Shaelou, Professor of European Law and Reform, Head, School of Law, UCLan Cyprus
Navigating AI Risks in Contracting and Data Sharing
Protect sensitive information while leveraging AI! Navigate the legal framework of AI data usage, data ownership, and European AI regulations. Identify data breach risks and strategies to ensure client data privacy. Could having private AI models be the key to preventing data leaks? Engage with industry experts to shield your business from unfair competition. Join us to decode the risks and secure your data in the AI-driven world!
Christos Christodoulou, Community Organiser, Pydata Cyprus; Head of Product & Data, Epikast
Yiannis Menelaou, expert in Blockchain Technologies and Fintech
12:15 – 12:30
12:15 – 12:30
Coffee Break: A brief intermission for rejuvenation.
12:30 – 13:45
12:30 – 13:45
Plenary Session III:
Legal Practice and Business in the Age of AI and Automation
Legal Practice and Business in the Age of AI and Automation
- Adopting technology in the legal profession and businesses: the good, the bad, and the future.
- Comparing AI and language models like ChatGPT: applications, benefits, and potential risks.
- Navigating the legal complexities related to emerging technologies.
- Preparing for the future: how can legal and business professionals stay ahead of the curve
Georgios Larkou, Big Data and AI researcher, co-founder and CEO, Impact Tech
Pavel Shynkarenko, Co-Founder, CEO, Solar Staff
Nikolas Markou, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Expert, Head of AI, Electi Consulting
14:00 – 15:00
14:00 – 15:00
Working Lunch: Take a break, refuel, and network over a delectable spread.
15:15 – 16:45
15:15 – 16:45
Legal Meets Tech: Networking event that helps delegates to connect with other C-level leaders in the tech and legal industries.
This informal moderated round table interaction in small groups will bring together the founders of start-ups, tech industry professionals, various business representatives and conference delegates. The session aims to foster valuable connections and collaborative opportunities among participants, facilitating a dynamic exchange of ideas and experiences.
This informal moderated round table interaction in small groups will bring together the founders of start-ups, tech industry professionals, various business representatives and conference delegates. The session aims to foster valuable connections and collaborative opportunities among participants, facilitating a dynamic exchange of ideas and experiences.
17:00 – 18:30
17:00 – 18:30
Farewell Gathering: Reflect on a day full of learning and growth. Representatives of local business community and the International Business Executive Board will join.
Venue: Sands Beach Club Resto
Venue: Sands Beach Club Resto
Reportages, photo and video highlights of previous events
The Best Legal Conference network brings together legal practitioners from different countries.
70% of conference attendees reside either permanently or temporarily in Cyprus. The event gives an opportunity for expat lawyers and business owners, C-level executives to meet and network with local Cypriots lawyers and officials sharing valuable information and useful contacts.
70% of conference attendees reside either permanently or temporarily in Cyprus. The event gives an opportunity for expat lawyers and business owners, C-level executives to meet and network with local Cypriots lawyers and officials sharing valuable information and useful contacts.
Venue
BEST LEGAL Conference is held in Four Seasons Hotel, Limassol, Cyprus.
Organisers
The event is held under the auspices and with the active participation of the Cyprus Bar Association and with the participation of government, semi-government and business organisations / associations / agencies.
The Conference is orgnanised by SUCCESSFUL BUSINESS Magazine, an international publication in Cyprus, providing expats with local business news, articles, reviews, forecasts and Successful Business Leaders' Club, a private initiative to unite C-level executives from Cyprus and internationally.
The Conference is orgnanised by SUCCESSFUL BUSINESS Magazine, an international publication in Cyprus, providing expats with local business news, articles, reviews, forecasts and Successful Business Leaders' Club, a private initiative to unite C-level executives from Cyprus and internationally.
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