Ganado Advocates regularly advises on fund structuring, passporting into and out of Malta, and the preparation of constitutional and offering documents. The team is jointly led by Andre Zerafa, who specialises in the formation and structuring of alternative investment funds; James Farrugia, whose practice spans asset management, investment services, funds, and fintech; and Marina Grech, who supports company service providers and other licensed entities in meeting their ongoing legal and regulatory compliance requirements.
Investment funds in Malta
Ganado Advocates
Praxisleiter:
André Zerafa; James Farrugia; Marina Grech
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‘Known for their in-depth understanding of Maltese and EU law, they consistently demonstrate a commitment to excellence and integrity in all client matters.’
‘Solid competence within asset management and cryptocurrencies.’
‘A+, the best in Malta.’
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Camilleri Preziosi
Camilleri Preziosi’s investment funds team is led by Andrew Caruana Scicluna, Louis de Gabriele, and Andrei Vella. The team offers full-spectrum advisory support across all stages of a fund’s lifecycle, from initial structuring and capital raising to deal execution and ongoing regulatory compliance. Rachel Coleiro brings broad expertise to the team, advising across licensing matters as well as corporate and transactional work.
Praxisleiter:
Louis De Gabriele; Andrei Vella; Andrew Caruana Scicluna
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Rachel Coleiro
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‘Very professional and efficient ’
‘Camilleri Preziosi is a well-known legal provider in this industry, and easily finds solutions for your needs.‘
‘I find Camilleri Preziosi to be very competent and capable. They are also responsive and trustworthy.’
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Mamo TCV Advocates
Mamo TCV Advocates advises on the structuring and licensing of various fund types, including closed-ended funds, alternative investment funds, and professional investor funds. The practice is led by Katya Tua, who primarily advises international clients on the establishment and licensing of collective investment schemes such as UCITS, AIFs, and PIFs. Mario Mizzi is also a key figure, regularly assisting fund managers, custodians, and investment firms in managing their regulatory engagements with the MFSA.
Praxisleiter:
Katya Tua
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Mario Mizzi
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‘The team have strong technical knowledge and is very responsive and professional. It is a pleasure to deal with them.’
‘Katya Tua is amazing, we deal mostly with her.‘
‘A law firm that has a lot of experience in the investment fund industry.‘
Kernmandanten
Woodman Funds SICAV plc
ACL Fund SICAV plc
The Blu Income Fund SICAV plc
Pamplona PE Investment Malta Limited
Woodman Funds SICAV plc
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- Advised investment funds on their regulatory affairs as an Alternative Investment Fund Manager, UCITS, and Professional Investor Funds licensed in Malta.
- Advised an Investment Manager licensed under the AIFMD in Malta as the main legal counsel.
- Advised a MifID entity with its MIFID licence update to trade MIFID complex products.
GVZH Advocates
GVZH Advocates frequently advises on licensing requirements, ongoing compliance obligations, and a range of regulatory matters. The team is jointly led by Kurt Hyzler and Andrew Zammit, and Hyzler regularly assists with licensing applications for collective investment schemes including UCITS and AIFs. Zammit brings experience in fund launches, cross-border fintech approvals, and corporate acquisitions.
Praxisleiter:
Kurt Hyzler; Andrew Zammit
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‚Excellent knowledge of the Maltese fund law.‘
‚Kurt Hyzler is an excellent lawyer.‘
Kernmandanten
Wenger Capital Sicav plc
Jacaranda Special Situations Sicav plc
Valletta Global Diversified Sicav plc
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- Acted as lead legal counsel to Wenger Capital Sicav plc in establishing and structuring Malta’s first Notified Professional Investor Fund (NPIF), a landmark development for the jurisdiction’s funds industry.
- Provides ongoing legal and regulatory counsel to Jacaranda Special Situations Sicav plc, an alternative investment fund operating cross-border between Malta and the UK.
- Acts as trusted legal adviser to Valletta Global Diversified Sicav plc, an alternative investment fund with cross-border operations in Malta and the UK.