The powerhouse gaming practice at Hassans is a key driver of the online gaming industry, advising an impressive roster of leading global gaming operators on tax, insurance, banking and M&A matters, as well as the gaming licence application process in Gibraltar. Of note, the team is currently advising HM Government of Gibraltar on the Gambling Act, harnessing the expertise of ‘industry legend’ Peter Montegriffo KC, who heads the team. ‘Seasoned gambling law professional’ Andrew Montegriffo leads on notable multi-jurisdictional business transactions for FTSE and NYSE listed global gambling companies. Louise Federico was promoted to partner in July 2024 and advises gambling operators in Gibraltar on licensing and regulatory matters.
Gambling law in Gibraltar
Hassans
Praxisleiter:
Peter Montegriffo KC
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Andrew Montegriffo; Louise Federico
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‘Andrew Montegriffo has risen to prominence over recent years. He is sensible and pragmatic with good local and wider industry knowledge.’
‘A long standing history in Gibraltar with an accompanying accumulated knowledge of the gambling industry, as well as being able to leverage the experience of Peter Montegriffo. They are a well connected firm with a long reach.’
‘Always available and always knowledgeable, coming up with practical solutions.’
Kernmandanten
HM Government of Gibraltar
bet365
Entain
Playtech
Scientific Games
888 Holdings Plc
William Hill
Gamesys
High 5 Games
Microgaming
Games Global
Continent 8
GibTelecom
Pragmatic Play
Flutter Entertainment
IBID Group
Anzo Group
Superbet
Quinnbet
Highlight-Mandate
- Advising HM Government of Gibraltar on the Gambling Act.
- Advising the 888 Group on all the Gibraltar elements of its successful pricing of £400m senior secured notes, making the group’s debut issuance into the GBP debt capital markets.
ISOLAS LLP
The 'substantial' full-service gambling law practice at ISOLAS LLP counts both governmental entities and industry bodies among its clientele, with the team regularly advising on licensing matters, commercial issues, and regulatory work. Practice co-heads Peter Isola and Steven Caetano are described by clients as 'top of the game', with Isola advising on governmental legislation and regulations, and Caetano regularly acting for leading industry companies. The duo is joined by new co-head and experienced barrister Albert J Isola CBE, former government minister for financial services and gaming, who returned to the firm in October 2023.
Praxisleiter:
Peter Isola; Albert Isola; Steven Caetano
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‘Isolas has a substantial gambling law practice acting for some of the main operators. They deal with regulation, licensing and litigation in the sector and are no doubt one of the top firms in the area.’
‘Steven Caetano and Peter Isola are both top of the game.’