BEST LEGAL CONFERENCE PROGRAM
September 27-28, 2023

Registration. Morning Coffee and Introductions.
Venue: Four Seasons Hotel, Limassol

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
Yiannos Georgiades, Managing Partner, Y. Georgiades & Associates LLC

Coffee Break: Connect, collaborate, and share insights with fellow delegates.

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

Coffee Break: A brief intermission for rejuvenation.

• 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

Interactive Q&A session: Delegates will be given the chance to ask questions or share their perspectives, creating an engaging dialogue between the panel and the audience.

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

Working Lunch: Take a break, refuel, and network over a delectable spread.