Fenech & Fenech Advocates, established in 1891, is one of Malta's most distinguished law firms, offering comprehensive legal services across various sectors. The firm's expertise encompasses shipping and maritime law, international trade, tax, financial services, and technology, media, and telecommunications (TMT) law. With a team of over 30 specialized lawyers, Fenech & Fenech Advocates provides tailored solutions to meet the diverse needs of both local and international clients.

The firm's reputation is underscored by its consistent recognition in leading legal directories. For instance, in the real estate sector, clients have praised the team for their communication skills, knowledge, and practical approach, particularly in complex dispute resolution procedures within the real estate and construction industries. Similarly, in the private client domain, the firm is noted for its clear legal knowledge, prompt responses, and comprehensive service offerings, with specific commendations for professionals like Rosanne Bonnici and Rebecca Diacono.

Client service at Fenech & Fenech Advocates is characterized by a personalized and efficient approach. Testimonials highlight the firm's dedication to keeping clients informed, their availability, and their ability to navigate complex legal landscapes effectively. The firm's commitment to excellence is further demonstrated by its proactive involvement in the development and amendment of laws related to their practice areas, as well as their active participation in academic and professional forums both locally and internationally.

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Practice areas
Business
Civil & Human Rights
Criminal Defense
Employment & Labor
Immigration

Languages spoken
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Practice areas

Business

Fenech & Fenech Advocates offers comprehensive services in commercial and corporate law, including mergers and acquisitions, asset and project finance, and aviation law. The firm assists clients with cross-border mergers, complex restructurings, joint ventures, privatisations, and takeovers. The team is recognised for its commerciality and multi-disciplinary approach to corporate structuring and governance. Managing Partner Nicolai Vella Falzon, who heads the Commercial and Corporate Law Department, has extensive experience in commercial and corporate litigation, mergers and acquisitions, and general commercial law.
Accounting & Auditing
Administrative
Admiralty & Maritime
Agriculture
Antitrust
Aviation
Banking & Finance
Business Registration
Communications & Media Law
Contract
Due Diligence
Employer
Environment
Franchising
Gaming
Government Contract
Health Care
Investment
International
Legal Document
Licensing
Merger & Acquisition
New Business Formation
Office Solutions
Oil, Gas & Energy
Securities
Tax
Transportation
Venture Capital
Nonprofit & Charitable Organizations
International Trade Law
Government Relations & Lobbying
Financial Services Regulation
Tax Increment Financing

Civil & Human Rights

Fenech & Fenech Advocates offers comprehensive legal services in civil and human rights, encompassing constitutional law, public and administrative law, and employment law. Their experienced litigators handle cases involving discrimination, data protection, whistleblowing, and health and safety, representing clients before Maltese courts and tribunals. The firm also provides strategic advice on employment matters, including drafting contracts, managing redundancies, and navigating union relations. Additionally, they assist organizations in establishing whistleblowing compliance strategies and managing related disputes.
Civil Rights
Constitutional Law
Disability
Disability Insurance
Social Security Disability
Discrimination
Native People
Education Law
Military Law
Animal Law
Faith-Based Law
State, Local, and Municipal Law
Veterans Benefits

Criminal Defense

Fenech & Fenech Advocates offers comprehensive criminal defense services, representing clients in various criminal matters. The firm's experienced legal team provides strategic counsel and robust representation, ensuring clients' rights are protected throughout the legal process. Their expertise encompasses handling complex cases, including white-collar crimes and regulatory offenses, demonstrating a commitment to achieving favorable outcomes for their clients.
Arrests & Searches
Bail Bond Service
Cannabis
Criminal Litigation
Drug Crime
Drunk Driving
DUI & DWI
Juvenile Law
Sex Crime
Speeding & Traffic Ticket
White Collar Crime

Employment & Labor

Fenech & Fenech Advocates' employment law department provides specialized advice on employment law and industrial relations, covering regulatory matters from minimum work conditions and contract drafting to complex restructuring, transfer of business (TUPE) regulations, redundancies, union matters, and collective bargaining. The team includes experienced litigators adept at handling individual and collective disputes before local tribunals and courts, offering strategic guidance for both compromise and litigation. Additionally, the department is well-equipped to advise on discrimination, data protection, whistleblowing, and health and safety issues.
Employment Rights
Hiring & Firing
Job Discrimination
Labor Law
Pension
Retirement
Sexual Harassment
Social Security
Wage & Hour
Wrongful Termination
Whistleblower & Qui Tam
Employment Benefits & Executive Compensation

Immigration

Fenech & Fenech Advocates offers comprehensive immigration services, assisting both EU and non-EU nationals with residence permits for employment, self-employment, study, retirement, and permanent residency in Malta. Their Tax Department provides legal and tax advice on Uniform Residence Permits, including application processes and property acquisition permits. Following Malta's entry into the Schengen Zone in 2007, they also assist non-EU nationals with Schengen visa applications, facilitating free movement within Schengen countries.
Asylum
Business Visa
Citizenship
Dependent Visa
Permanent Residency
Retirement Visa
Work Permit
Citizenship by Investment
Residence by Investment
Golden Visa

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