Terms of Service

Introduction and Acceptance

Welcome to Dikaia Legal. These Terms of Service govern your use of our website and legal advisory services. By accessing our website or using our services, you agree to be bound by these terms. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, please do not use our website or services.

These Terms of Service should be read in conjunction with our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy, which are incorporated by reference. Together, these documents constitute the complete agreement between you and Dikaia Legal regarding your use of our services.

We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Service at any time. We will notify you of material changes through our website or via email if you are an active client. Your continued use of our services after such modifications constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

Description of Services

Dikaia Legal provides civil and commercial legal advisory services in Cyprus, including but not limited to:

• Contract Review and Advisory: Professional examination and analysis of commercial agreements
• Business Formation Guidance: Support for establishing business entities in Cyprus
• Commercial Dispute Advisory: Guidance regarding business relationship disputes and resolution options
• Legal Consultations: Professional advice on civil and commercial matters within our practice areas

Acceptable Use Policy

When using our website and services, you agree to:

Permitted Uses

• Use the website for lawful purposes in accordance with these terms
• Provide accurate and truthful information when submitting inquiries or forms
• Maintain the confidentiality of any account credentials or access information
• Notify us immediately of any unauthorized access to your information

Prohibited Uses

You may not:

• Use the website for any unlawful purpose or to violate any applicable laws
• Impersonate any person or entity or misrepresent your affiliation
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems or networks
• Transmit any viruses, malware, or harmful code
• Scrape, data mine, or use automated systems to collect information from the website
• Interfere with or disrupt the website or servers
• Use the website to transmit spam or unsolicited communications

Service Access and Requirements

Access Requirements

To use our legal advisory services, you must:

• Be at least 18 years of age or the age of majority in your jurisdiction
• Have the legal authority to enter into binding agreements
• Provide accurate contact information and legal matter details
• Comply with all applicable Cyprus laws and regulations

Service Eligibility

Our services are provided to individuals and businesses seeking legal advisory services within our practice areas. We reserve the right to decline service in the following circumstances:

• Matters outside our areas of practice or expertise
• Conflicts of interest with existing or former clients
• Matters that would require us to violate professional ethics rules
• Situations where we cannot provide competent representation

Service Engagement and Fees

Engagement Process

Our legal services are provided on an engagement basis. An attorney-client relationship is established only when:

• We have conducted an initial consultation and determined we can assist with your matter
• Both parties have agreed to the scope of services and fees
• A written engagement agreement has been executed
• Any required initial payment has been received

Fee Structure

Our services are provided on the following basis:

• Fixed Fees: Certain services, such as contract review and business formation, are offered at fixed rates
• Hourly Rates: Some services, particularly dispute advisory, are billed at hourly rates
• Transparency: All fees and billing arrangements are discussed and agreed upon before services begin

Payment Terms

• Payment is due upon receipt of invoice unless otherwise agreed in writing
• We accept payment via bank transfer and other agreed methods
• Late payments may be subject to interest charges in accordance with Cyprus law
• We reserve the right to suspend services for non-payment

Service Availability and Modifications

Availability

We strive to provide consistent service availability, but:

• Website access may be temporarily unavailable for maintenance or technical issues
• Service capacity may be limited during peak periods
• We are not liable for service interruptions beyond our control

Service Modifications

We reserve the right to:

• Modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of our services
• Update pricing for services with reasonable notice
• Adjust our service offerings based on business needs
• Changes to existing client engagements require mutual agreement

Intellectual Property Rights

Our Content

All content on this website, including text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is the property of Dikaia Legal or our licensors and is protected by Cyprus and international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You may not:

• Reproduce, distribute, or display our content without written permission
• Modify or create derivative works from our content
• Use our trademarks or branding without authorization

Your Content

When you submit information or documents to us:

• You retain ownership of your content
• You grant us a license to use the content to provide services to you
• You represent that you have the right to share the content with us
• We will maintain confidentiality of your information as outlined in our Privacy Policy

Confidentiality and Attorney-Client Privilege

We take confidentiality seriously and are bound by professional ethical obligations:

• Information you share with us is protected by attorney-client privilege once an attorney-client relationship is established
• We will not disclose your confidential information except as required by law or with your consent
• Email and website communications may not be secure; sensitive information should be shared through secure channels
• Information shared before an engagement is established may not be fully protected by privilege

Our confidentiality obligations are subject to Cyprus Bar Association rules and legal exceptions, such as preventing imminent harm or complying with court orders.

Disclaimers and Limitations

General Disclaimer

Information on this website is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. No attorney-client relationship is created by visiting our website or submitting an inquiry form. You should not act or refrain from acting based solely on website content without consulting with a qualified attorney.

Website Accuracy

While we strive to provide accurate and current information:

• We make no warranties about the completeness, accuracy, or reliability of website content
• Laws and regulations change, and information may become outdated
• We are not responsible for errors or omissions in website content

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or terms of service of external sites. Access to third-party websites is at your own risk.

Termination of Services

Client Termination

You may terminate our services at any time by providing written notice. Upon termination:

• You remain responsible for payment of services rendered up to the termination date
• We will return or destroy your documents as you direct
• Our confidentiality obligations continue after termination

Our Termination Rights

We may terminate our services or your website access if:

• You breach these Terms of Service
• Non-payment of fees occurs
• A conflict of interest arises
• Professional ethics rules require withdrawal

Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms of Service are governed by the laws of the Republic of Cyprus. Any disputes arising from these terms or our services shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the Cyprus courts.

Before pursuing formal legal proceedings, we encourage clients to contact us to resolve disputes amicably. Most concerns can be addressed through direct communication.

If a provision of these Terms of Service is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

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