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8pointlaw

8pointlaw

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Malta

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Private client

8pointlaw advises high-net-worth individuals on citizenship and residency matters. The practice is led by John Bonello, who counsels clients on cross-border family and succession planning, assists with the enforcement of foreign judgments in Malta, and provides comprehensive residency and citizenship solutions.
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Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • John Bonello is a fellow of IAFL and is experienced in cross-border issues.
  • International family law.
  • ‘John Bonello is a hugely responsive, decisive, and clear family lawyer whom clients appreciate, especially when it comes to setting case strategy. He is commercial and strategic in his approach and has good knowledge of foreign jurisdictions.'
  • ‘This is a boutique firm with a team very dedicated to providing high-quality service to HNW clients. They are easily available, very knowledgeable, and work fast. They provide quality work.’
  • ‘John Bonello is a creative lawyer who understands perfectly the expectations of the client and works efficiently to put in place tailor-made solutions. He is definitely one of the very best in Malta.’
  • ‘The team is young and dynamic, holistically approaching issues and carefully evaluating the potential repercussions of proposed solutions. Their analysis integrates both tax implications and comparative perspectives across multiple countries.'

Work highlights

Successfully represented a father in cross-border child abduction proceedings following the unlawful relocation of his son from Paris to Malta by the ex-wife, in breach of a separation agreement.
Represented an extended Italian family on cross-border succession disputes involving high-value Maltese property, including will challenges and EU Succession Regulation proceedings.
Advised an EU national on cross-border matrimonial planning and strategic business transactions, including a local equity acquisition, whilst providing ongoing, multidisciplinary legal support tailored to both personal and commercial interests.
Practice head

John Bonello