Acting for a range of local and international banks, loan funds, payment service providers, and electronic-money institutions, Mamo TCV Advocates stands out for assisting both lenders and borrowers with syndicated loan transactions, corporate and project finance, and debt and equity issuance matters. Andrew Muscat, Michael Psaila and Mikiel Calleja head up the team. Muscat is key for project financing and acquisition financing, while Andrea Theuma is key for corporate finance mandates, as well as assisting clients with navigating local law security issues. Corporate finance expert Matthew Muscat joined the team in September 2023.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘Hands on team. Knowledgeable on their subject matter, plus they can draw on expertise within the firm.’
  • ‘Mikiel Calleja was able to suggest alternative ways to tackle issues when they arose. Very practical approach.’

  • ‘Andrea Theuma was particularly helpful in navigating the local law security issues, and was an invaluable resource for our team.’

  • ‘The team stands out for its respectful and professional approach, while maintaining a sense of familiarity and collaboration that clients truly value. What makes this practice unique is the balance it strikes between providing high-quality legal services and fostering a comfortable, approachable environment.’

  • ‘The individuals we work with stand out for their exceptional capability and unwavering commitment to providing timely support. They are always willing to collaborate efficiently and consistently deliver high-quality results. Their deep understanding of our business model sets them apart from competitors.’

  • ‘Mamo TCV stands out as a leading practice, delivering excellent legal advice. Their team combines deep legal expertise in financial services industry with a client-centred approach, ensuring that every aspect of their service is tailored to our needs. What truly makes them unique is their ability to seamlessly integrate technical proficiency with a strong understanding of commercial realities.'

  • 'The team’s key strengths lie in their responsiveness, clarity of communication, and ability to simplify complex legal matters, ensuring that we always have a clear view of the implications of any decisions we make. Their collaborative approach means they work closely with our internal team.’

Key clients

  • Depositor Compensation Scheme
  • FCM Bank Malta Limited
  • Micro Digital Services Limited
  • Erste Group Bank AG / Erste Bank Hungary Zrt
  • Barclays Bank Ireland Plc and JP Morgan Securities LLC
  • HSBC Bank (Malta) Plc
  • Glatfelter Corporation
  • VGW Group
  • J P Morgan Chase
  • Anchor Equity Partners
  • Camilleri Finance PLC
  • Agora Estates
  • BNF Bank
  • Malta Stock Exchange plc

Work highlights

  • Advised the Depositor Compensation Scheme on various legal and regulatory matters, including proposals with respect to amendments to the Depositor Compensation Scheme regulations.
  • Advised Agora Estates PLC on all legal matters in connection with the issuance of debt securities that were admitted to listing on the Malta Stock Exchange.
  • Acted for various credit and financial institutions licensed and operating in Malta as external counsel on banking regulation.

Lawyers

Leading partners
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Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Andrew Muscat, Michael Psaila, Mikiel Calleja

Other key lawyers

Andrea Theuma, Matthew Muscat