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Corporate and M&A

Corporate and M&A

Practice Area Overview

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.

Scope of Services
  • Assistance leading to the setting up of or re-domiciliating a corporate structure in Malta
  • Board advisory on corporate governance, compliance, and regulatory requirements
  • Advice on division and company liquidation
  • Supporting IPO and secondary offers
  • Advice related to directors’ duties and responsibilities
  • General commercial advice
  • Drafting of franchise, distribution or agency appointment agreements
  • Assistance in structuring joint ventures and partnerships
  • Drafting and negotiations in relation to agreements related to sales and marketing, outsourcing, and logistics

Key Contacts

Andrew Muscat
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Michael Psaila
Edmond Zammit Laferla

Mamo TCV Advocates is a popular choice for private and public companies, financial institutions, insurance companies, investment funds and public authorities. The group frequently acts on privatisations, M&A transactions, cross-border structured financings, syndicated loans and restructurings. The practice’s leadership is split between project and M&A financing expert Andrew Muscat and Michael Psaila, whose expertise spans capital markets products, insolvency law and M&A deals.

The Legal 5002022

They are one of Malta’s top tier law firms and well exposed in dealing with international clients, they have always addressed our needs and have proved to have a wide range of legal expertise.

The Legal 5002021

Team is practical and reachable. Deadlines set are met and urgent matters are tackled on time.

The Legal 5002021

Mamo TCV Advocates is one of Malta’s leading law firms. It is highly regarded in all sectors of the community. In my experience its unique strength is in commercial and corporate law, where one of the senior partners, Andrew Muscat, is regarded as the country’s leading expert.

The Legal 5002021

Knowledgeable, responsive, client-oriented.

The Legal 5002021

[The firm] 'develops close business relationships with its clients' and is recommended for aircraft leases, aviation-related litigation and tax advice on the importation of aircraft, and has additional core strength in finance.

The Legal 5002016 - Ranked Tier 1

I have positive working relationships with them and they have helped us on a number of matters. They are well-respected in the Malta and their reputation is well deserved.

The Legal 5002021

Mamo-TCV has always engaged top professionals in its ranks.

The Legal 5002021

It has been a leading law firm for many years, especially in the field of commercial law.

The Legal 5002021

Mamo-TCV is selective in its choice of personnel. Overall the firm can give a comprehensive legal service of a high quality. Their culture is a healthy one based on competence not bluster.

The Legal 5002021

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