At Refalo Advocates, Ian Refalo is a highly regarded commercial litigator, with 50 years of experience in the field, and Mark Refalo has extensive expertise in administrative and commercial litigation. He has an excellent track record in representing corporate and private clients in contentious work and arbitration, often involving regulatory and public procurement issues; the team is well known for advising on the enforcement and applicability of European legislation in Malta. John Refalo's ‘combination of strong technical skills and great business acumen makes him the perfect fit for strategic cross-border disputes'.
Testimonials
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‘The attitude is highly professional.'
‘Mark Refalo leaves a solid impression.'
‘The Refalo law firm understands international clients and provides high quality service. They are always available and provide a personalized service. They have an acute understanding of private international law. ’
‘The lawyers are highly skilled and Ian Refalo is a true scholar.’
‘Great team. John Refalo's combination of strong technical skills and great business acumen makes him the perfect fit for strategic cross-border disputes.'
Key clients
- Futura Funds Sicav plc
- Libyan State
- Cottoxil Limited
- Envestio SI OU/Kuestzal OU
- Prince Majed Bin Abdullah Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud
- Citadel Insurance plc
- Ergon Projects Limited - Fincantieri Infrastrutture Sociali SpA
- BNP Paribas
- B. Tagliaferro & Sons Limited
- Easy Claims / consumers in Austria
- SBK-ART
Work highlights
- Defended BNP Paribas against a damages claim worth €1 billion.
- Represented Futura Funds SICAV plc in a dispute with the Vatican’s treasury department relating to an investment transaction for the acquisition of the building of the former Hungarian Stock Exchange.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Ian Refalo, Mark Refalo, John Refalo