Dispute resolution in Malta

‘CP have a level headed and highly professional approach to litigation: dispute resolution is always at the top of the agenda and litigation a last resort. This is in contrast to the majority of firms where aggressive litigation is often encouraged. In terms of strategy, this means litigation has evolved from a position of level headed and reasonable interaction and not from an often irresistible emotional knee jerk reaction.’

‘Professionalism, integrity, technical expertise.’

‘In-depth analyses evolved with attention to detail and background research prior to discussing with client.’

‘Marisa Vella provides an excellent service, assisting clients through the procedures including regular briefing and discussion meetings prior to hearings.’

‘ Consistently top service from them.’

‘The firm’s , and mostly the partners’, commitment to the client’s requirements is fantastic. Timely and effective interventions when required and massive effort provided to ensure client interests are adequately safeguarded.’

‘Client-centric approach, quick replies on complex issues, clear feedback.’

‘The senior associates are already operating at partner level, making their services extremely professional.’

‘Care for detail, sound advice.’

‘The three lawyers who assisted us were highly knowledgeable, strategic thinkers and committed to the case.’

‘The team is very competent and possesses very valid and proficient knowledge in various areas of different specialisations. Each and every member of the team is a specialist in their area and they are all very diligent and dedicated members. The level of professionalism can be found in each member of the team. It has been truly a joy to deal with all of them.’

‘Paul Gonzi is, I believe, the best employment lawyer in Malta. Very proficient in his area and provides practical and very valid advice on each and every employment law matter. He is a great person to deal with and very committed to his work. He makes himself available whenever an issue comes up and is extremely good at arguing the client’s case even in court and tribunal. Paul is truly an asset. Antonio Ghio is extremely competent in his areas of TMT, gaming and privacy. He provides practical advice which businesses can actually make use of and incorporate in their daily processes. He is very dedicated and extremely knowledgeable, rendering him one of the best professionals in TMT in Malta. Antonio is also truly an asset to have providing advice.’

‘We work with Deo Falzon, who handles our litigious matters and have always found him to be thoroughly efficient and readily available for urgent consultation and advice.’

‘We found in Fenech & Fenech a team of specialists, namely Antonio Ghio and Deo Falzon, who were not only very knowledgeable of the subject but proved to be a great team both in terms of the legal advice given but also in the way they prepared the case from a technical perspective and the litigation approach adopted.’

‘Antonio Ghio has extensive technical knowledge and his advise at contractual stage was sharp and effective without creating a commercial stumbling block. When it came to litigation, he ironed out the strategy supported with the meticulous research and preparation of Deo Falzon, which was impeccable.’

‘The team was always available for us and never missed a deadline.’

‘They always reply in accordance with your needs. I have contacted them with urgent matters that needed to be solved immediately. They have always found a way to be available and to propose a solution to our needs. They think out of the box. We proposed them a very clear transaction. They came back with something completely different but that worked much better. Very brave, very fast, very good.’

‘Louis Cassar Pullicino is always available when needed and very diligent with all litigation issues.’

‘The team consists of a very good mix of highly proficient lawyers that specialise in different fields and are possibly the best in their respective fields. The firm therefore provides a one-stop shop for all legal needs.’

‘They are very honest , hard working and good at putting themselves in your situation. Their intelligence and team work can also be added to this description.’

‘They payed attention to all the details which I explained and spent time to understand them clearly. They always follow up in all situations, and they really cared about my case and not just to charge me with bills.’

‘All of them have very high skills. They go deeply to solve the problem of the client, they are very empathetic with the customer and ask a lot of questions to understand the needs and always find a solution.’

‘Louis Cassar Pullicino is a very competent and also very professional person – he listened to my claims without making any personal comments. He does not judge in advance and does not make hasty judgments. He understands the needs and is very empathetic. His experience has been enriched over the years and this makes him a trustworthy person.’

‘The team are very commercial and understand the nuances of cross-border litigation and how to meet clients’ expectations on costs.’

‘The many partners who have expertise in different fields enables the firm to build the right, measured and well researched approach to a dispute, enabling a completeness that is appreciated.’

‘Frank Testa is an outstanding all-rounder but not afraid to think outside the box. Loyal to clients.’

‘Well invested in people and research.’

‘The firm tries to understand the client and its needs well, so that it can assist properly.’

‘The availability and professionalism of the staff involved.’

‘Their team of lawyers whose expertise covers a wide spectrum across business, whose advice from a business, employment and data protection perspective is always professional and prompt. I consider their practical and efficient approach to be valuable as they provide absolute clarity with no hidden agendas.’

‘I find Frank Testa to be very efficient, direct and practical whilst remaining professional.’

‘Timely and very professional responses.’

‘GTG offer very focused advice and support, backed up with knowledge of technology that is not very common with other firms. Their ability to understand complex technical issues, and provide legal support for them is something ideal in a dynamic environment like ours.’

‘From partner level down, GTG has built a team of experts that provide us with a holistic service across the various disputes that arise. The access to them in an immediate and proactive manner further helps in GTG’s support to our services.’

‘GTG Advocates is a very serious and reliable legal firm. The qualities that we like most are the personal attention we get and their reliability in providing well researched solutions also based on their vast experience and expertise.’

‘Our main contact at GTG is Robert Tufigno – the service that we get from him is second to none. We get personal attention, all the meetings and time necessary to delve deep into our requirements and he is always prepared for meetings and court sessions.’

‘The fact that GTG Advocates analysis the legal position of the potential client first to determine if they can indeed be of service to the client and also present the client with the possibilities for discussion is very welcoming. The knowledge of the people is in our opinion key to the team’s strengths.’

‘We have been working with Maria Attard who we have learned to be a very knowledgeable and service-minded person. She has been able to assist us with all our queries about the laws and regulations in Malta and is guiding and assisting us up till now to our satisfaction.’

‘They are very dedicated and professional.’

‘Ivan Gatt and Maria Attard have been outstanding – extremely supportive not only on the detail of my case but also on an emotional level. I would highly recommend them to anyone in need.’

‘Focused, specialised and timely advice.’

‘The key partner is active and clients appreciate that the main partner is actually looking after and advising accordingly.’

‘They are very approachable and knowledgeable on dispute resolution. We have worked with the firm for quite some time and we are very happy to continue using their services. The partners were always available for our needs. They always allocated appropriate time and resources to hear and solve our problems. Their advice is always based on case laws and factual. They are very efficient to keep within timeframes. They have great knowledge of all the economic sectors that we represent.’

‘They differ in their approach from other firms. Their knowledge, legal arguments, availability to discuss, time management make them stand out from other law firms.’

‘Personalised service, highly committed team, proficient and well prepared to counter any legal issue’

‘John Bonello – passion for his profession, compassion, vast knowledge, wide experience and wise judgement.’

‘Marycien Vassallo – strong ability in legal mechanisms especially in court, solid knowledge, vast experience, wise judgement.’

‘DF Advocates is laden with experienced and energetic lawyers, well versed in numerous areas of law. The firm can easily be used as a one-stop shop for any legal issues that a client comes across, and anyone working at DF Advocates would surely provide impeccable assistance.’

‘We engaged Jonathan Thompson who handled our firm’s commercial/litigation matters. He is renowned for handling high-calibre cases on a daily basis. To this effect, his experience in the field is vast and this gave all the reassurances required at such a delicate time for our company.’

‘On numerous occasions Jonathan Thompson offered his time to explain to our firm’s representatives and meticulously highlight the process of what was a complex legal court case. His ability to simplify an intricate legal process and be available all around the clock was highly appreciated by our management. Furthermore, his constant availability throughout the engagement made sure that we were constantly kept abreast of all legal developments and outcomes of the case. All this occurred during the tough times of a quasi-lock-down period, and he successfully succeeded in keeping up such a high tempo virtually.’

‘Calm, well-organised and balanced, whilst still maintaining a healthy scepticism of the opposition, and maintaining a real world view of the economic implications of the case.’

‘Karl Briffa has been outstanding, in particular his keen perception of a complex technical brief, and his subsequent legal analysis.’

‘I believe that GVZH Advocates has a stable team of top lawyers who have many years of experience in dispute resolution. The firm specialises in creating long-term client relationships that help to achieve high levels of customer satisfaction.’

‘During our co-operation, I especially appreciated the modern and innovative solutions to problems, the long experience of the team members and the clarity of communication.’

‘Very professional and to the point and client-friendly.’

‘Karl Briffa – quick and rational, good strategic view.’

‘Experience, attention to detail and pragmatic legal solutions.’

‘The Refalo team is excellent. It comes up with innovative solutions and advocates them to the fullest extent.’

‘We chose Refalo Advocates because the services required a team of legal professionals that held a comprehensive understanding of commercial operations, and the difficulties and complexities faced by long-established large family businesses, such as our own. Refalo Advocates have a first-class reputation on the island particularly for litigation, corporate, and commercial matters. The team has the ability to identify your requirements and objectives and act upon them effectively. They are solution-oriented advisors, with an expert understanding of the law. The firm offers extensive experience and professionalism in all these areas and satisfied all required criteria and beyond.’

‘Responsibility and clarity in fulfilling obligations, business and non-standard approach in solving assigned tasks, teamwork co-ordination – all this, in my opinion, gives Refalo undeniable advantages in the international legal services market. I would especially like to note the ability of the firm’s specialists to take on non-standard disputes and find effective legal ways to resolve them.’

‘I would like to thank Refalo’s lawyers for their clarity and efficiency in their work, their ability to find a solution in difficult situations and their professionalism. The law firm has a proven track record of resolving complex disputes quickly and efficiently by being creative in developing alternative solutions and strategies. Co-operation with this company is distinguished by high professionalism and an individual approach to clients’ requests.’

‘Both Ian Refalo and John Refalo have been our main advisors and provided us with the peace of mind that our interests and affairs are protected at all stages.’   

‘The entire team are excellent. I have worked with them on a complex case and was able to note first hand their effectiveness.’