Chetcuti Cauchi Advocates offers comprehensive advice on intellectual property matters, ranging from the registration of new trademarks to the protection of established ones. The team is jointly led by Maria Chetcuti Cauchi, who advises on regulatory compliance, commercial matters, and financial transactions, and Charlene Mifsud, who regularly handles trademark applications and the transfer of IP portfolios.
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Testimonials

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  • 'Compared to other firms in Malta, they deliver solutions that are both commercially effective and client-focused.’
  • ‘Maria Chetcuti Cauchi is precise, clear, and highly attentive.'
  • 'Charlene Mifsud brings sharp strategic insight and proactivity.'
  • 'I have valued their professionalism, responsiveness, and ability to tailor advice to real business needs. Collectively, they stand out as a client-focused team that consistently delivers results.’
  • 'The practice has deep technical expertise, a strategic mindset, and a client-focused approach. they go beyond traditional IP protection by aligning legal solutions with their clients’ business goals — whether that means safeguarding cutting-edge innovation, defending high-stakes disputes, or monetising valuable IP assets.’
  • ‘The associates in the intellectual property practice are distinguished for their exceptional technical fluency, commercial acumen, and proactive, client-first mindset.'

Key clients

  • Joseph John Ellul Turner
  • Carlin Polidano
  • Michael Grech
  • Andersen Hungary
  • Mecca Enterprise Ltd
  • General Gas Ltd
  • University of Malta
  • Dr Philip Farrugia
  • Ing. Sean Agius
  • Betting Games Network Ltd
  • Azure Holding Limited
  • Aqua Group Ltd

Work highlights

Advised on the takeover of the full intellectual property portfolio for General Gas Limited and provided ongoing IP advice.
Managing the IP portfolio for gaming company EPIC88 through trademark registrations of new brands within the EU and UK, and maintenance of their registered brands.
Assisting technology startups (Joseph John Ellul Turner) with protecting their intellectual property assets.
Practice head

Maria Chetcuti Cauchi; Charlene Mifsud