Next Generation Partners

Commercial, corporate and M&A in Malta

Camilleri Preziosi

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.

Praxisleiter:

Louis de Gabriele; Donald Vella; Malcolm Falzon; Andrei Vella


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‘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.’

Kernmandanten

BOV plc


NeoGames SA


Artemis Strategic Investment Corporation


Melita Limited


FBG Enterprises Top Holdco, LLC / Project Pretzel


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  • 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.

Praxisleiter:

Nicolai Vella Falzon; Monica Galea John


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‘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.’

Kernmandanten

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)


Google


Meta


Evolution Gaming


Vassallo Group Ltd


Royal Casino Ltd


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  • 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.

Weitere Kernanwälte:

Christina Scicluna


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‘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.

Praxisleiter:

Ian Gauci; Terence Cassar; Cherise Abela Grech


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‘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. ’

Kernmandanten

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


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  • 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.

Praxisleiter:

Andrew Zammit; Kurt Hyzler


Referenzen

‘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.’

Kernmandanten

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)


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  • 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.

Praxisleiter:

Andrew Muscat; Michael Psaila


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‘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.’

Kernmandanten

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


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  • 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.

Praxisleiter:

Charlene Mifsud; Priscilla Mifsud Parker


Referenzen

‘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.’

Kernmandanten

Sunshine Law Firm


56Bit


Foxgo Technologies Ltd


ELSAPHARMA Ltd


Naelia Technologies Ltd


MED-PACIFIC CONSULTING LTD


FLE Media Ltd


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  • Advised Sunshine Law Firm on various commercial matters concerning its photovoltaic project within Malta.
  • Advised 56Bit on a shareholder agreement.