Camilleri Preziosi ‘excels in complex court litigation with a deep expertise in Maltese and EU law’, acting in courts spanning from civil courts to the Supreme Court of Estonia. Practitioners are experienced in a diverse range of disputes, including alternate dispute resolution, and the group has been increasingly active in commercial arbitration both in Malta and internationally. Practice head Marisa Vella has a varied disputes practice, which includes shareholder disputes across a range of sectors, while Kristina Rapa Manche is a go-to figure in the team for disputes relating to breaches of EU internal market rules.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘The team is highly knowledgeable on local legislation and adopts a multidisciplinary approach covering applicable aspects of legislation.’

  • ‘Highly knowledgeable and trustworthy.’

  • ‘This is a very well-established firm.’

  • ‘They are competent and thorough.'

  • ‘Deep knowledge of laws coupled with a thorough professional approach, and deep procedural awareness.’

  • ‘Kristina Rapa Manche is very accessible, punctual and attentive to detail.'

  • 'Camilleri Preziosi excels in complex court litigation with a deep expertise in Maltese and EU law. The firm is known for its strategic, client-focused approach and ability to handle multifaceted cases. They stand out for their use of legal technology, cross-functional collaboration across practice areas, and a strong emphasis on diversity and talent development.'

  • 'The individuals at Camilleri Preziosi are what truly elevate the firm’s litigation practice. The legal professionals we have worked with consistently display exceptional legal skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to achieving optimal outcomes for their clients.'

Key clients

  • Lombard Bank Malta Plc
  • B&B Holdings Limited
  • St. George’s Park Co. Limited (“SGP”)
  • Aktiebolaget Trav Och Galopp (ATG)
  • Markel International Insurance Company Limited
  • Trident Trust Company (Malta) Limited
  • Futura Investment Management Limited
  • Island Bunker Oils Limited (IBOL)

Work highlights

  • Represented a number of clients, including Lombard Bank p.l.c., with respect to constitutional claims filed against the FIAU and the Maltese State.
  • Assisting Futura Investment Management Limited with a number of disputes which concern an investment made in 2013 by the Vatican Bank in the Kappa fund being a sub-fund of Futura Funds SICAV p.l.c. that is managed by Futura Investment Management Limited (together, “Futura”).

Lawyers

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Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Marisa Vella

Other key lawyers

Kristina Rapa Manche, Francesca Galea Cavallazzi