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This hands-on course offers a practical and comprehensive look at how share pledges operate under Cyprus law. From the basic legal principles to advanced drafting techniques, the course guides you through the lifecycle of a share pledge, when it is used, how it is perfected, how it is enforced, and how it is brought to an end.

Participants will explore the relevant common law and statutory rules, gain insight into real-world application, and learn how to draft robust and enforceable pledge documentation. We also look closely at the due diligence steps, the deliverables typically required, and the critical role of the Financial Collateral Arrangements Law.

The course combines legal analysis with practical examples and drafting guidance, ensuring that you are equipped to handle share pledges confidently in your practice.

Why You Should Register

• Gain a strong working knowledge of share pledges under Cyprus law
• Learn how to structure and document a pledge that is both enforceable and commercially sound
• Understand how and when to apply the Financial Collateral Arrangements Law
• Improve your ability to advise clients on risk, enforcement and creditor protection
• Draft key clauses with confidence, supported by real-life examples and legal commentary
• Avoid common pitfalls in both due diligence and enforcement
• Perfect for those who deal with corporate finance, private security arrangements, or cross-border lending structures

By the end of this course, students will be able to:

• Understand what a share pledge is and how it functions as security in financial arrangements.
• Identify circumstances where a share pledge is an appropriate financing tool.
• Explain the legal framework governing share pledges under Cyprus law, including key statutory provisions and case law.
• Draft a comprehensive share pledge agreement that meets statutory requirements and incorporates practical safeguards.
• Prepare all the deliverables required for a share pledge and ensure proper corporate and legal due diligence.
• Outline the processes for terminating and enforcing a share pledge in practice.
• Apply these concepts to real-world scenarios with confidence.