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[lynne9999]

Hi
We are in the process of buying a house in Protars and the solictor that we are using seems hopeless. Is this just the Cypriot way (no disrespect) or could anyone recommend a good solictor for us.
Thanks

[snursy3]

Yes, l can offer good advice.
My husband works as an estate agent.
Do Not use a solicitor your developer has recommended,
Do Not use a local solicitor............... go to Larnaca or Nicosia.
You won't find better advice than this.

[nhowarth]

Hi Lynne,

As snursy has already suggested - under no circumstances should you use a solicitor who's been introduced or recommended by your developer or vendor.

The British High Commission maintains a list of law firms on its website. Take a look at: http://www.britishhighcommission.gov.uk ... 2220923764 for more information.

Reagrds,

[elko]

I see that the problems in north and south Cyprus are much the same. I believe that you will find much useful information at the link below.
http://groups.msn.com/NorthCyprusLiving/legal.msnw

However bear in mind that I wrote these articles specifically with TRNC in mind. Hence the figures for inheritance tax etc. may be wildly differrent in ROC. Enjoy.
ismet

[Rosemary]

I can highly recommend Pittadjis Law Firm in Paralimni - we have bought two properties through them, and found them to be very helpful.
Let me know if you would like all their contact details.

[Snad]

Hi,

We found Marion Carter, in Proteras, very good, she is English and does not stand any messing about.

If you would like her email address, please PM me.

[unique_earthling]

i can vouch for Marion, i know her well, she is a decent person and very ethical.

[Biker]

Hi
We are in the process of buying a house in Protars and the solictor that we are using seems hopeless. Is this just the Cypriot way (no disrespect) or could anyone recommend a good solictor for us.
Thanks

Like snursy3 my tip is that you do NOT use a lawyer in that area, go to Larnaca or Nicosia, better still get your UK (or wherever you're from) solicitor to suggest one through an international register.

[lynne9999]

Thanks everyone for your replies, unfortunately we have used a solicitor that our estate agents recommened. We had no idea, he does seem really slow amd we always has to ring, e-mail to get a response.
We are going to change if that is allowed.
Thanks again
Lynne

[Svetlana]

Hi Lynne

I would not be too concerned: your Estate Agent will know who are good - and who are not so good solicitors. It is very different to using your developer's solicitor with whom you will have a Contract and where there will be a clear conflict of interests should you choose to use the same solicitor.

Lana