Coronavirus FAQs: Statutory Limitations And Filing Periods

In a recent client update here, we discussed the measures adopted by the Superintendent of Public Health in Malta and the unprecedented suspension of legal and judicial timeframes, which will have a significant impact on the conduct of litigation in Malta. In this update, we present FAQs that may help you think ahead as to the consequence these measures may have on any forthcoming or ongoing disputes or contractual matters affecting your business or private life.

This set of FAQs forms part of our Coronavirus online toolkit. For our employer's FAQs, see here.

I am due to attend a hearing in court this week, what happens now?

The closure of all courts will come into effect on Monday 16 March, and will remain in force until further notice. The suspension will last until seven (7) days following the lifting of the closure order. This includes all superior and inferior courts including appellate courts, irrespective of their competence and jurisdiction. However, a