Our one-year traineeship offers a comprehensive introduction to the legal profession, providing law graduates with the opportunity to:

• Qualify as a lawyer in Cyprus: Following completion of your one-year training with our firm, you will be able to qualify as a lawyer in Cyprus, subject to other requirements of the Cyprus Bar Association.
• Comprehensive training programme: Our structured training programme is designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in the legal field. You’ll receive mentorship from seasoned attorneys and participate in workshops and seminars.
• Prepare for the Cyprus Bar exams: Our programme follows the guidance of the Cyprus Bar Association, helping you meet the necessary requirement for the Cyprus Bar exams and offering support throughout the process.
• Develop key skills: Enhance your legal drafting, research and client management skills under the mentorship of seasoned lawyers with years of experience in local and international markets.
• Play an active role: In contrast with many other training programmes in Cyprus, our programme adheres to a “give and take” philosophy. We will take the time to invest in your development as a lawyer and you will be expected to have an active role in the firm’s activities.
• Diverse practice areas: Whether you are interested in corporate & commercial law, banking and finance, regulatory & tax, or litigation we offer a wide range of practice areas to explore and specialise in.
• Diverse legal environment: Cyprus’s office as an international law firm allows you to engage with both local and cross-border legal issues.
• Supportive environment: We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and inclusive work culture. At Harneys, your growth and development are our priorities.
• Networking opportunities: Connect with legal professionals, clients, and other trainees, building a valuable network that can help propel your career forward.
• Career advancement opportunities: Many of our former trainees have gone on to build successful careers within our firm. We are committed to helping you achieve your professional goals.

To be considered for this opportunity, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Strong academic background: A university degree in law with excellent academic results. A Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL) will also be accepted. A Master’s Degree and/or LPC shall be considered as an additional advantage.
• Fluency in English and Greek: Strong written and verbal communication skills in both languages.
• Passion for law: Demonstrated interest and enthusiasm for the legal profession.
• Analytical skills: Ability to think critically and solve complex legal issues.
• Strong personality and a quick learner: Ability to adapt quickly and handle responsibilities confidently.
• Team player: Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Ability to work under pressure: Capable of managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced legal environment.

Harneys is an international law firm specialising in transactional, contentious and private client matters. We provide clients throughout the world with top tier service and advice, with expert experience complex and cross-border transactions.

Harneys Cyprus

Our Cyprus law firm was founded in 2006 as Aristodemou Loizides Yiolitis & Co and merged with Harneys in 2009 to become the first international law firm in Cyprus.

We provide clients throughout the world with excellence in service and advice, particularly for complex and cross-border disputes.

Our highly respected lawyers work alongside Harneys Fiduciary, our strategic alliance partner, which provides a full complement of corporate, wealth, and fiduciary services.

Our client base includes many of the world’s leading international law firms, many of the largest financial and credit institutions in the European Union and beyond, investors and multinational corporations. As one of the top Cyprus law firms, we are committed to fast, reliable, and commercially astute legal advice.