Mamo TCV Advocates

In view of its strong regulatory framework and competitive taxation regime, Malta has established itself as an attractive European jurisdiction for the incorporation of corporate structures as well as the migration (re-domiciliation) of existing structures.

Moreover, with its basis on English company law as shaped by the various applicable European Directives, Maltese company law has adapted in a manner that allows stakeholders to implement the ownership and governance structures that suit even their more demanding requirements. The fact that the law is published in the English language and that the English text prevails over the Maltese one in case of conflict also means that clients and practitioners working on an international transaction literally speak the same language and have the comfort of working with a law that is drafted in that language.

The corporate and M&A team at Mamo TCV is consistently ranked in the top-tier of all legal directories. We work with some of the largest and most successful companies – both domestically and internationally – as well as a significant number of international law firms in advising on all aspects of corporate and commercial law, including incorporation and structuring of corporate groups, joint ventures, mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance, shareholder disputes and corporate re-organisations. We have also been involved in a number of the most high-value and complex transactions in Malta.

Our emphasis on research, practical experience and strong international network also allow us to find the optimal solutions for clients in any matter they may engage us to assist on.

The corporate team also works closely with a number of other teams in the firm – particularly in M&A transactions and corporate litigation, thus ensuring that all angles of any brief are handled by experts in their field.

Managing employees in today’s globalised corporate environment is complex. Mamo TCV’s experienced employment law practice offers local and international clients specialised legal advice that ensures compliance with employment and occupational health and safety laws as well as practical solutions for any legal issues that might arise in the workplace.

We assist with policy and contract drafting, provide mediation services, assist with obtaining work permits for third country nationals, offer advice in cross-border transactions, provide assistance in trade disputes and negotiations of collective agreements, assist with disciplinary and grievance procedures.

We also represent clients before the Industrial Tribunal and courts and have been involved in a number of ground-breaking cases.

Corporate immigration plays a key role for businesses looking to strengthen and expand their work force. With years of experience in immigration and employment law, we assist our clients throughout the whole process of employee re-location and offer advice on the most suitable residence/immigration solutions available.

We also regularly advise EU and third-country nationals on personal immigration matters including family re-unification, tax and investment-based residency plans, and citizenship acquisition.

Our wholly owned subsidiary, Mamo TCV Consultancy Limited, is licensed by the competent authorities to act as an authorised agent and authorised registered mandatory in relation to the residence and citizenship programmes available in Malta, including the Citizenship for Exceptional Services by Direct Investment Programme, the Malta Permanent Residence Programme, the Global Residence Programme, the Retirement Programme and the Residence Programme.

Malta’s insurance and reinsurance sector continues to grow and attract major foreign players to its shores. Underpinned by a robust regulatory framework, a forward-looking, modern and approachable regulator, and an attractive business and working environment, the local (re)insurance sector continues to grow at a fast rate and today includes captives, direct underwriters, reinsurers, brokers, and insurance managers. These players have assumed a number of corporate forms ranging from stand-alone limited liability companies, to protected or incorporated cell companies or cells thereof, and European companies (SE). The recent introduction of specific legislation has also led to the creation of reinsurance special purpose vehicles (RSPVs).

In addition, since Malta is a full member of the European Union, (re)insurance companies based in Malta can benefit from the EU passporting regime which gives them the ability to carry on their business into other EU member states from Malta. This is of particular advantage to multinational group of companies looking to establish a presence in Malta with a view to penetrating the EU market to underwrite the group’s risks or third party risks.

Indeed, Malta has become a mature and competitive international (re)insurance market with a total gross written premium income always on the increase.

Mamo TCV continues to be one of the front-runners in this sector. We regularly assist clients in setting-up reinsurance and insurance corporate structures in Malta. We also provide various legal services with respect to the day-to-day operations of the local structure. We are also very active on the domestic market and provide regular advice on corporate and compliance issues.

How can Mamo TCV protect your intellectual property, namely your trademarks and other signs used in the course of trade, your industrial designs, your inventions and your works which may be eligible for copyright protection (such as works of literature, photos, designs, music and films)? Mamo TCV is regarded as one of the pre-eminent legal firms in intellectual property law with an established specialist intellectual property department. The firm acts for local and international manufacturers and distributors, licensors and licensees, franchisors and franchisees, media and telecommunications companies, broadcasters and production companies, suppliers, authors, artists and composers as well as information technology related companies.

The Litigation department of the firm services the contentious requirements of numerous clients, both local and foreign, and is fully equipped to assist all its clients when recourse is made not only before the Courts of Justice, but also before various administrative tribunals and boards such as the Public Contracts Review Board, the Environment and Planning Review Tribunal, the Administrative Tribunal and the Industrial Tribunal.

Our department prides itself in having a wide general and specialist practice. The partners and associates within this departments each have experience in specific areas of the law, ensuring that any dispute – from a property issue between neighbours to a multi-million international business claim – can be addressed by litigators with a background in the field. In fact, the firm is engaged in various areas of practice in the litigation sphere covering civil and family law, general commercial law, insurance, public procurement, bank finance (it represents two of Malta’s leading consumer banks and several smaller financial institutions), environment and planning, ship and aircraft arrests, debt collection, employment law and the enforcement of foreign judgments in Malta.

These past years have seen a growing involvement of the firm in high-value disputes relating to corporate law and financial services, often involving private international law aspects and cross-border disputes. In this regard, the litigation team is well-placed to offer an efficient and specialist service, thanks to its experienced team as well as its ability to tap into the technical expertise of other departments of the firm, depending on the nature, subject-matter and merits of the particular brief.

The ligation department within Mamo TCV is well-regarded both in the market and by its peers as evidenced by the fact that its partners and associates are also appointed on a regular basis as arbitrators, legal referees and court experts. It represents private clients, leading local and international companies. It has also assisted Government departments, ministries and public authorities, such as the Malta Tourism Authority, the Authority for Transport in Malta and the Armed Forces.

Whether you need to seek a judicial remedy, or to defend a claim brought against you before the Courts, our team will be behind you every step of the way.

Mamo TCV has been on the forefront of the provision of Real Estate and Construction legal services since its inception. Acting for both local and international clients, be it institutional or otherwise, the firm has gathered a wealth of expertise in the field over the years. Indeed, this has also resulted in the firm being retained by major local banks to assist in this area.

The depth of the resources available allows the firm to provide bespoke services in a timely manner tailored to the needs and requirements of the client. Morever, the comprehensive areas of specialisation found within the firm allow it to service the client on all the aspects of the industry, from financing to litigation if necessary.

Indeed, the strong litigation arm of the firm allows it to be in a position to provide up to date contract drafting and conveyancing serviced, in line with the most recent jurisprudence on the matter.