Banking & Finance
GVZH Advocates offers comprehensive legal services in banking and finance, assisting clients with loan and security agreements, structuring syndicates and security trust arrangements, and providing legal opinions on financial security. The firm advises on the issuance of guarantees, conducts legal due diligence, and facilitates the assignment or novation of security. Additionally, GVZH Advocates guides clients on the perfection, preservation, and enforcement of security rights, ensuring compliance with Maltese banking laws and protecting client interests.
Business
GVZH Advocates specializes in corporate and mergers and acquisitions (M&A) law, offering comprehensive services to international clients involved in cross-border transactions. The firm provides timely and practical advice on all aspects of Maltese corporate structures, including legal due diligence, drafting of share purchase agreements, and advising on corporate governance. Their expertise extends to structuring takeover defense mechanisms under Maltese law, such as effective shareholder agreements and special provisions in company constitutions. GVZH Advocates also coordinates with other professional advisors to address environmental, intellectual property, employment, tax, and regulatory issues, ensuring thorough risk assessment and management for their clients.
Corporate & Commercial
GVZH Advocates' Corporate and M&A practice provides comprehensive legal services to clients across various sectors, including pharmaceuticals, financial services, telecommunications, remote gaming, and payment institutions. The firm acts as lead counsel in mergers and acquisitions, offering expertise in structuring, negotiating, and executing complex transactions. Clients benefit from the firm's in-depth knowledge of corporate law, ensuring seamless navigation through regulatory frameworks and successful deal completion.
Employment & Labor
GVZH Advocates offers comprehensive legal services in employment and industrial relations law, assisting clients with both routine and complex employment matters. The firm provides guidance on day-to-day employment issues and addresses specific concerns such as collective redundancies and the protection of employees under the Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) Regulations (TUPE). Additionally, GVZH Advocates supports clients with relocation matters, including citizenship and residence, and advises on social security and tax obligations related to employment.
Immigration
GVZH Advocates offers comprehensive immigration services tailored to individuals and businesses seeking to relocate to Malta. Their expertise encompasses guiding clients through various programs, including the Citizenship for Exceptional Services by Direct Investment, the Malta Permanent Residence Programme, and the Global Residence Programme. The firm assists with applications for work permits, the Nomad Residence Permit, and the Malta Retirement Programme, ensuring compliance with all legal requirements. By providing professional and quality-driven solutions, GVZH Advocates facilitates a smooth transition for clients, addressing all aspects of relocation to Malta.
Intellectual Property
GVZH Advocates offers comprehensive intellectual property services, focusing on technology and software-related issues. The firm assists clients with trademark, copyright, and patent matters, including filing applications, prosecuting infringement actions, and enforcing rights through anti-counterfeiting measures. Their services encompass software licensing contracts, development agreements, transfer of IP rights, domain name management, IP escrow agreements, handling customer databases, and registration of trademarks, patents, and designs in Malta and the EU. The intellectual property practice is led by Dr. Michael Grech, who advises multinational companies on brand protection, enforcement, and anti-counterfeiting, as well as clients in the media and entertainment sector on film and television copyright, production, and finance.
Lawsuits & Disputes
GVZH Advocates offers comprehensive litigation and arbitration services, representing clients in high-profile cases involving corporate governance, minority rights, and related matters. The firm is recognized for its respected dispute resolution department, handling commercial and financial disputes, as well as administrative law litigation. With a team of experienced litigators, GVZH Advocates provides strategic legal solutions tailored to the complexities of each case, ensuring effective representation for their clients.
Real Estate
GVZH Advocates offers comprehensive real estate legal services in Malta, assisting clients with property sales and purchases, lease agreements, turnkey and fit-out contracts, condominium regulations, real estate financing, and the registration or cancellation of privileges and hypothecs over immovable property. The firm also provides expertise in co-owned property divisions, acquisition permits, property-owning trusts, property searches, planning permits coordination, notarial services, and tax structuring. Their experience spans from negotiating long-term leases to structuring significant real estate deals, catering to both local and international clients.
Media, Technology and Telecoms
GVZH Advocates offers comprehensive legal services in the Media, Technology, and Telecommunications (TMT) sector, assisting clients with regulatory compliance, licensing, and contractual matters. Their expertise encompasses electronic communications law, digital transformation, data protection, fintech, blockchain, and emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence and the Internet of Things. The firm provides strategic guidance on network deployment, infrastructure sharing, and compliance with EU telecom regulations, ensuring clients effectively navigate the evolving digital landscape.
Private Client
GVZH Advocates offers comprehensive services to private clients, including assistance with work permits, tax status applications, citizenship by investment, and relocation services. The firm provides tailored solutions to meet the unique needs of each client, ensuring a seamless and efficient process.
