Camilleri Preziosi has a strong offering in M&A, often assisting international companies with investments in local companies in the manufacturing, logistics, banking, insurance and hotel sectors. Corporate governance and group restructuring matters are also key areas of expertise. iGaming is a key specialty of the department. Malcolm Falzon assists multinational entities with licensing and compliance matters. Louis de Gabriele and Donald Vella are highly regarded corporate practitioners, and Andrei Vella has strength in handling corporate governance matters.
Commercial, corporate and M&A in Malta
Camilleri Preziosi
Responsables de la pratique:
Louis de Gabriele; Donald Vella; Malcolm Falzon; Andrei Vella
Les références
‘Recommended for its sector expertise, local knowledge and reliability.’
‘The team has specialised experts in various fields. They strive to maintain a close relationship with their customers to understand their needs and requirements.’
‘We work very closely with the leading partners of the firm, namely Louis De Gabriele, Donald Vella and Malcolm Falzon. They all maintain a professional ethical relationship and whatever the issue they guide you to a solution.’
Principaux clients
BOV plc
NeoGames SA
Artemis Strategic Investment Corporation
Melita Limited
FBG Enterprises Top Holdco, LLC / Project Pretzel
Principaux dossiers
- Advised on the proposed acquisition by Melita Limited from Netmore Group AB of the entire share capital of Netmore M2M AB.
Fenech & Fenech Advocates
Fenech & Fenech Advocates‘ ‘hands-on, flexible, proactive and solution-oriented’ team is active in high-profile M&A transactions, joint ventures, privatisations and takeovers. Managing partner Nicolai Vella Falzon has a wealth of experience in advising on acquisitions and disposals, particularly in the transportation, gaming and TMT sectors. Monica Galea John is a key practitioner.
Responsables de la pratique:
Nicolai Vella Falzon; Monica Galea John
Les références
‘Very professional, hands-on, flexible, proactive, solution-oriented and extremely reliable and focused.’
‘Nicolai Vella Falzon is the experienced partner in charge.’
‘The partner and the various members of the team have vast experience and knowledge on different aspects and subjects that we sought legal assistance on. They were responsive and available and their guidance on both local and international matters were crucial to solve our matters.’
Principaux clients
Innovation Labs Ltd
Malta Public Transport (Operations)
Orim Holding Limited (Orim Energy)
Ziti Technologies Limited
SUM Aviation Limited
Alberta Group
Microsoft
EPIC Communications Limited
888/ William Hill Group/ Mr Green
Lufthansa Group (Malta)
Meta
Evolution Gaming
Vassallo Group Ltd
Royal Casino Ltd
Principaux dossiers
- Assisting Innovation Labs Ltd (part of theGaming Innovation Group) with the purchase of a 100% stake in Catena Publishing Limited.
Ganado Advocates
Ganado Advocates stands out in the Maltese legal market for its ‘bench strength and knowledge‘. The team’s workload include M&A, joint ventures, restructurings and reorganisations, and company formations. Stephen Attard regularly acts as corporate counsel to blue-chip companies, private equity and hedge fund managers, and investment funds. Nikolai Muscat Farrugia assists with the formation of companies and day-to-day corporate support. Simon Schembri, Annalise Papa and senior associate Christina Scicluna field expertise in cross-border transactions, corporate structuring matters, and TMT and fintech work.
Autres avocats clés:
Christina Scicluna
Les références
‘The team is knowledgeable about the relevant law and provides pragmatic and helpful commercial advice.’
‘Stephen Attard outstanding partner and whole team offer unique personalized service.’
‘Ganado are one of the larger legal firms with expertise in a very wide range of areas. Their experience in serving and supporting various industries is second to none.’
GTG Advocates
GTG Advocates is perhaps best known for its expertise in advising on corporate and commercial matters in the TMT sector. The group regularly handles contractual matters, regulatory and compliance issues, and due diligence proceedings pertaining to commercial transactions. The practice is led by the 'extremely knowledgeable' trio of Ian Gauci, Terence Cassar and Cherise Abela Grech.
Responsables de la pratique:
Ian Gauci; Terence Cassar; Cherise Abela Grech
Les références
‘GTG are always readily available at short notice, and are able to align the legal requirements of the company with the commercial interests of the company. They are very pleasant people to work with, and continue to provide support services for any matter that may arise, as minor or major as the case may be. ’
‘GTG are extremely knowledgeable in the applicable legal fields, and maintain strong relationships with third-parties, in multiple jurisdictions. They readily make any introductions as may be required where the matter at hand is cross-border in nature. Terence Cassar provides an excellent, well tailored, service to the needs of the company. ’
Principaux clients
Malta Digital Innovation Authority (MDIA)
BMIT Plc
Golden Race Group
Hacksaw Gaming Group
Double Down
Tech.MT
Government of Malta
ComeOn! Gaming Group
Hero Gaming
Apollo Games Group
Quinel Ltd
Spinmatic Entertainment
ForumPay
Bojoko
Gain Changer
The Blackstone Group
Finance Malta
RS2 Plc
Principaux dossiers
- Acted as Maltese counsel to social gaming operator Double Down on its acquisition of the SuprNation Group.
GVZH Advocates
Andrew Zammit and Kurt Hyzler are well-regarded corporate and commercial specialists at GVZH Advocates, with established expertise in handling M&A transactions and commercial agreements in the fintech, TMT and gaming sectors. Hyzler also has a solid track record in assisting with corporate governance and restructuring.
Responsables de la pratique:
Andrew Zammit; Kurt Hyzler
Les références
‘Well known Maltese lawyers, headed by the highly experienced and likeable Andrew Zammit.’
‘Andrew Zammit is an exceptional lawyer, supportive, experienced and very likeable.’
‘ The team are reliable and deliver concise, client focused advice. They are commercially savvy and provide value for money. They have a good knowledge of the technology industry and the evolving complex regulatory landscape.’
Principaux clients
Petronas Trading Corporation
GFSC Management Ltd
Praxis Group Limited
EMMA CAPITAL Limited
Mason & Hayes & Curran
IGT (International Game Technology)
Malta Dairy Products
DG Risk
eCabs
TaxMal
Bird & Bird (London)
Principaux dossiers
- Advising Allwyn AG on the increase of its equity stake in the Kaizen Gaming Group.
- Advising Petronas Trading Corporation on its acquisition of a Malta-based business.
Mamo TCV Advocates
At Mamo TCV Advocates, the corporate team is 'extremely knowledgeable and knows how to get things done'. Senior partner Andrew Muscat is a highly regarded practitioner, with established strength in handling M&A transactions, corporate restructurings and the setting up of businesses. Muscat co-heads the practice with Michael Psaila, who is active on domestic M&A transactions in the TMT sector.
Responsables de la pratique:
Andrew Muscat; Michael Psaila
Les références
‘The team is extremely knowledgeable and knows how to get things done.’
‘The company has established a very good relationship with the key people in the firm and the service they offer is always very prompt and efficient. Their strength is in the great communication, skills, and application of the law.’
‘Key people have always proven to be very efficient and prompt with the advice and very available.’
Principaux clients
Steward Health Care
GO p.l.c.
BCRS Malta Ltd.
Aristocrat Technologies, Inc.
SR Technics Switzerland AG
AX Group p.l.c.
Bet-at-home.com Group
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Aristocrat Technologies on the 100% acquisition of NeoGames S.A. and all of its subsidiaries.
- Advising GO p.l.c. on the sale of its telecom tower portfolio to BMIT Technologies p.l.c. and acquisition of a majority stake in Cybersift Holdings Limited.
- Assisting Baxter on Maltese legal issues in relation to the spinoff of its RenalCare and Acute Therapies business.
Chetcuti Cauchi Advocates
Chetcuti Cauchi Advocates‘ ‘very knowledgeable‘ team focuses on M&A, company formations, re-domiciliation and foreign direct investment matters. Charlene Mifsud is well versed in advising international clients on establishing business operations in Malta, and provides ongoing corporate and commercial support.
Responsables de la pratique:
Charlene Mifsud; Priscilla Mifsud Parker
Les références
‘Skilled, reactive, good approach, dynamic. It’s a young team, well prepared.’
‘They are very well connected. They are very much involved in all relevant industries in Malta. We like that Chetcuti has very strong female leaders.’
‘Charlene Mifsud’s support is always great. She knows how to handle difficult questions. We fully trust her and she always comes up with practical solutions.’
Principaux clients
Sunshine Law Firm
56Bit
Foxgo Technologies Ltd
ELSAPHARMA Ltd
Naelia Technologies Ltd
MED-PACIFIC CONSULTING LTD
FLE Media Ltd
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Sunshine Law Firm on various commercial matters concerning its photovoltaic project within Malta.
- Advised 56Bit on a shareholder agreement.