Cyprus: An attractive, promising forum for dispute resolution
Cyprus has emerged as a promising, prominent destination for business and litigation alike. Nowadays, when it comes to the strategic selection of jurisdiction, Cyprus is considered one of the key players in international dispute resolution and in international corporate structuring.
Estate planning: Let’s discuss Digital Assets
Imagine a situation where someone owns cryptocurrency in a self-custodial wallet (where no third-party provider is involved). The value of their crypto assets may be quite substantial. This individual, passes away and there is no provision in their will for their digital assets. Their heirs can only access the cryptocurrency by having the private key. …
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Presentation at the International Bar Association conference “Litigating in the middle east” Feb 2025
There is an inevitable and pressing question that litigators entrusted with promoting an action have to answer, right after they receive their initial instructions:
How to Choose the Right Bank for Your Business — and Why It Matters
We’ve all seen the recent news about a bank being fined for deficiencies in its anti-money laundering (AML) procedures.
Navigating Trade Wars: Establishing Robust Corporate Structures in Malta
By Priscilla Mifsud Parker In recent years and most especially in recent weeks, global trade wars have intensified, creating significant upheaval in international markets. These conflicts, characterized by escalating tariffs and trade barriers, have prompted businesses to reassess their operational strategies and risk management practices.
European Citizenship by Investment
By Jean-Philippe Chetcuti, Antoine Saliba Haig and Marina Magri Quo Vadis European Law on EU Citizenship, National Competence on Citizenship Acquisition Rules? This paper delineates the evolution of European Citizenship by Investment from the European Parliament’s debates at the onset of Malta’s Individual Investor Programme, to the closure of the Cyprus Investment Programme in 2020, …
Malta Residence
By Antoine Saliba Haig and Claudia Cilia Buhagiar Residence in Malta offers individuals and families the opportunity to live in a Mediterranean island known for its rich history, sunny climate, and high quality of life
Investing in Cybersecurity
By Danielle Mercieca Identifying Local Authorities and Incentives As European Cybersecurity Month unfolds, it’s an ideal time to examine how businesses in Malta can enhance their cybersecurity and resilience.
Strategic Real Estate Management for Malta Family Offices
By Maria Chetcuti Cauchi Managing Real Estate through Family Office Structures in Malta This article explores how family offices in Malta strategically manage real estate assets through tailored structures such as trusts and holding companies. It covers key legal and tax considerations, governance practices, rental management, and commercial property strategy, with a focus on compliance, …
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Protecting Family Heirlooms
By Priscilla Mifsud Parker Balancing Legal Frameworks with Intra-Generational Harmony A family heirloom carries both sentimental and monetary value, often reflecting a family’s history and heritage. Estate planning for heirlooms is crucial to ensure their preservation and smooth transfer across generations. Options like wills, companies, or trusts provide different levels of protection and flexibility.