This year's Legal 500 ranking results once again recognise Mamo TCV Advocates as a top-tier firm, reflecting its continued strength across multiple disciplines. The firm has secured seven Tier 1 rankings, underscoring the exceptional quality of its work and the trust placed in it by clients. This achievement is driven by the firm's commitment to innovation, deep expertise, and a consistently client‑focused approach. Mamo TCV Advocates welcomes these rankings and looks forward to building on this momentum with continued growth and excellence.
AVIATION (TIER 1)
With a ranking of Tier 1, The Aviation discipline remains a strong area of cover by the firm most notably due to its joint-led leadership of Nicholas Valenzia, who focuses on aircraft asset management & finance matters, and Joseph Camilleri, who brings vast experience in aircraft-related claims and matters of repossession and arrest. Our leading associate to watch here is Joshua Chircop, whose focus is that of advisor to banks, borrowers and owners on aircraft registrations & deregistration.
The Legal 500 research team says: "Mamo TCV Advocates' aviation team is highly efficient and well connected with the authorities, which has been invaluable in aircraft importation and change of ownership matters, among other things."
Nicholas Valenzia, Leading Partner
Joshua Chircop, Leading Associate
DISPUTE RESOLUTION (TIER 1)
Maintaining its strength in dispute resolution as a Tier 1 firm, Mamo TCV Advocates cover a broad range of litigation matters which consists of but not limited to civil, family, public procurement and banking law. The practice is led by five key individuals: Joseph Camilleri, specialising in constitutional and administrative law with a focus on procurement and planning; Frank Testa, whose work centres on corporate, commercial and real estate disputes; Stephen Muscat, active in court, arbitration and tribunal proceedings; Christine Calleja, who handles employment and insurance‑related disputes; and Jonathan Abela Fiorentino, who advises primarily on intellectual property litigation.
The Legal 500 research team says: "Mamo TCV stands out from the competition by offering a deeply client-centred approach, underpinned by a commitment to excellence, innovation, and integrity."
Joseph Camilleri, Leading Partner
Frank Testa, Leading Partner
REAL ESTATE (TIER 1)
Mamo TCV Advocates advises clients on all aspects of development planning procedures, including planning applications and subsequent appeals, and thus maintaining a Tier 1 ranking in this practice. The practice is jointly led by four partners: Frank Testa, who represents a range of local and international companies as well as government bodies; Joseph Camilleri, who handles both regulatory and contentious matters in development and planning law; Joseph Borg Bartolo, who is regularly involved in commercial real estate transactions; and Veronica Grixti, who provides legal assistance to major insurance companies.
The Legal 500 research team says: "On the local Maltese market, Mamo TCV is one of a handful of firms which cover a very wide spectrum of the legal areas one might require. What distinguishes them is that they are extremely proficient and all the areas we have touched upon since we have worked with Mamo TCV."
Frank Testa, Leading Partner
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY (TIER 1)
Mamo TCV Advocates advises on trademark and patent registrations, as well as related regulatory matters. The practice is jointly led by Antoine Camilleri, whose expertise covers IP prosecutions, contract drafting, licensing and litigation, and Claude Micallef Grimaud, who represents local and international clients in copyright disputes, trademark matters and registration processes. Warren Ciantar is also a notable member of the team, particularly for his work on trademark searches and the preparation of bespoke client reports.
The Legal 500 research team says: "The team is excellent. The service provided is highly qualified and managed to deliver very satisfactory work results. The work is uncomplicated and more goal-oriented than that of others. The billing team is very organised."
Antoine Camilleri, Leading Partner
Claude Micallef Grimaud, Next Generation Partner
BANKING, FINANCE AND CAPITAL MARKETS (TIER 1)
The Tier 1 ranking in this sector Mamo TCV Advocates shows the diligence and efforts of our skilled four-partner team pays off. Andrew Muscat has provided counsel on project finance and M&A related financing, Michael Psaila provides the team with expertise in banking, finance and insolvency matters, Edmond Zammit Laferla covers corporate, civil and commercial litigation and lastly Mikiel Calleja provides advice on corporate restructuring, M&A and listings on the main market.
The Legal 500 research team says: "The team was responsive, on the ball, and thorough in their responses. They could be trusted with the work we provided, and relied upon to deliver time and time again."
Andrew Muscat, Leading Partner, Hall of Fame
Michael Psaila, Leading Partner
COMMERCIAL, CORPORATE AND M&A (TIER 1)
The firm was graded a Tier 1 ranking by Legal 500 is brought about through the extensive support of a wide range of corporate matters, such as corporate governance, insolvency and M&A transactions. The team is led by five key individuals: Michael Psaila, who advises public authorities, banks, fund managers and insurers on corporate and financial matters; Edmond Zammit Laferla, a specialist in corporate, civil and commercial litigation; Andrew Muscat, who focuses on project and M&A financing; Joseph Borg Bartolo, who brings expertise in insurance matters; and Mikiel Calleja, who advises on corporate restructurings, mergers and acquisitions, and main market listings.
The Legal 500 research team says: "This is a top Maltese law firm with a very committed team." and that Mamo TCV possess "Multidisciplinary teams with deep legal and commercial knowledge. Proven track record in complex, high-stakes matters."
Andrew Muscat, Hall of Fame
Michael Psaila, Leading Partner
FINTECH (TIER 1)
Mamo TCV Advocates received a Tier 1 ranking. It provides regulatory advice on a range of fintech matters, including crypto assets, digital payment services and electronic money. The team is led by Katya Tua, who specialises in the regulatory aspects of setting up crypto‑asset businesses, ongoing compliance obligations and guidance under the Virtual Financial Assets Act. Mario Mizzi is a key contact for fintech licensing and compliance, particularly in relation to the Markets in Crypto‑Assets Regulation and investment services linked to cryptocurrency.
Katya Tua, Leading Partner
Mario Mizzi, Leading Associate
INVESTMENT FUNDS
Mamo TCV Advocates advises on the structuring and licensing of various fund types, including closed‑ended funds, alternative investment funds and professional investor funds. The practice is led by Katya Tua, who primarily assists international clients with the establishment and licensing of collective investment schemes such as UCITS, AIFs and PIFs. Mario Mizzi is also a key figure, regularly supporting fund managers, custodians and investment firms in managing their regulatory engagements with the MFSA.
The Legal 500 research team says: "The team have strong technical knowledge and is very responsive and professional. It is a pleasure to deal with them."
Katya Tua, Leading Partner
Mario Mizzi, Leading Associate
SHIPPING
Mamo TCV Advocates provides advice on ship finance, vessel registration and importation, as well as corporate structuring and restructuring. The practice is jointly led by Joseph Camilleri, who is noted for handling yachting disputes, and Nicholas Valenzia, who advises on all legal aspects relating to vessels, including superyachts.
The Legal 500 research team says: "Mamo TCV Advocates' legal team is a real strength of the practice, combining deep expertise with a practical, proactive, and pro-client approach, which makes them both highly effective and easy to work with." and that "The team are very friendly, providing a professional service. They have established a good working relationship with numerous authorities that enable them to obtain a quick response on any out-of-the-ordinary type queries."
Nicholas Valenzia, Leading Partner
Joseph Camilleri, Leading Partner
The firm is proud of the recognition received in this year's Legal 500 rankings, which further motivates us to maintain our commitment to clients both locally and internationally. Mamo TCV Advocates' strong team will continue to provide exceptional legal advice across multiple disciplines, as it has done for many years.