15/1/2008
Muscat Azzopardi and Associates at ICE Casino Exhibition 2008, Earls Court, London
Muscat Azzopardi and Associates will be attending ICE - the International Casino Exhibition in Earls Court, London, between the 22nd and the 24th of January, 2008.
10/1/2008
Muscat Azzopardi and Associates appointed as legal advisers of (BSI) Trust Corporation (Malta)
Muscat Azzopardi are pleased to announce that we have been appointed as legal advisers to the trust company set up by BSI SA, originally Banca della Svizzera Italiana, in Malta. This is the text of an article published in the MFSA Newsletter and in the Times of Malta.
22/11/2007
Muscat Azzopardi and Associates partecipating in Finance Malta events in Madrid and Barcelona, 4th and 5th of December 2007
Contact us today for an appointment in Madrid or Barcelona.
22/11/2007
Advantages of Malta as a fund domicile/fund jurisdiction
A brief list of advantages, compiled by Muscat Azzopardi and Associates
8/10/2007
Muscat Azzopardi and Associates advise on Euro 12 million bond issue by PAVI Shopping Complex plc.
Muscat Azzopardi and Associates have advised on the 12 million Euro bond issue by PAVI Shopping Complex plc, the largest supermarket in Malta.
6/10/2007
Dr. James Muscat Azzopardi to speak at Malta's first conference on Islamic Finance
Malta's first conference on Islamic Finance is being organised by the Malta Institute of Management and the Malta Union of Bank Employees on the 16th of October, and Dr. James Muscat Azzopardi has been invited to speak about Islamic Finance as an opportunity for Malta.
25/9/2007
Muscat Azzopardi and Associates setting up partnership with leading financial institution in order to offer a total package of fund services.
Apart from legal advice and fund registration in Malta, Muscat Azzopardi and Associates will shortly be in a position to offer a turnkey package including fund administration, shareholder registry services, accounting and calculation of NAV, etc.
28/8/2007
Tax and Financial Incentives for the Film Industry in Malta
Information prepared by the Malta Film Commission
7/8/2007
Meet us at the European i-Gaming Congress in Barcelona, 2-4th October, 2007
Please contact Dr. James Muscat Azzopardi on jamesma@ma-advocates.com to set up an appointment during the congress.
2/8/2007
Credence attending MFSA Conference in Prague, September 2007
Our financial services company Credence will be attending the Malta Financial Services Conference in Prague on the 13th of September, 2007.
19/7/2007
Setting up a fund in Malta - taking advantage of Malta as a jurisdiction for fund management and administration
Malta has become a highly attractive jurisdiction for funds, with hedge funds in particular flocking to Malta in order to take advantage of an onshore EU jurisdiction with low costs, a serious and responsive regulator and the minimum bureaucracy possible. UCITS may also be licenced in Malta and promoted to all Member States without the need for licencing in any other state.
10/7/2007
Socially-owned property and Socially-owned enterprises in Kosovo.
This is the text of a lecture delivered by Judge Godwin Muscat Azzopardi on the 3 rd July 2007 to NATO military attorneys based in Kosovo.
4/7/2007
Muscat Azzopardi at the AEA Congress in Bilbao
Muscat Azzopardi and Associates have been invited to the Spanish Congress of the Asociacion Europea de Abogados (the European Association of Attorneys) in Bilbao, between the 5th and the 8th of July, 2007, and will be giving a presentation about the firm and about the advantages of Malta as a financial services centre.
5/6/2007
Muscat Azzopardi and Associates advise Goldman Sachs, CanWest and Alliance Atlantis
Muscat Azzopardi and Associates advise upon the acquisition by Goldman Sachs and CanWest of Alliance Atlantis for an aggregate price of approximately CDn$2.3 billion. The acquisition includes the highly successful CSI brand - CSI, CSI Miami and CSI Vegas.
20/5/2007
Malta ya no figura en la lista Española de Paraisos Fiscales
El Ministerio de Asuntos Exteriores de España ha informado oficialmente al Ministerio de Asuntos Exteriores de Malta, que desde el 12 de Septiembre de 2006 Malta ya no figura en la lista de Paraisos fiscales.
17/5/2007
MAlta taken off Spanish list of tax havens
Malta has finally been taken off Spain's list of tax havens, with effect from September the 16th, 2006.
26/4/2007
Islamic finance - An opportunity for Malta?
This article, written by Dr. James Muscat Azzopardi, was published in the Times of Malta on the 26/04/2007, and can be accessed at the following link http://business.timesofmalta.com/article.php?id=5033
25/4/2007
TECOM and Sama Dubai to jointly create 'SmartCity' clusters worldwide
TECOM Investments and Sama Dubai, both members of Dubai Holding, today announced the formation of 'SmartCity' a joint venture company which will develop and manage knowledge industry townships worldwide, including Smartcity in Malta.
22/3/2007
Smart City Malta - First Smartcity outside Dubai (Tecom Inv) to be based in Malta
Brief release regarding Smart City in Malta.
9/3/2007
The LGA launches a Games Training Room.
The Lotteries and Gaming Authority (Malta) has launched a Games Training Room within the Authority's premises.
22/2/2007
Muscat Azzopardi and Associates setting up financial services company
Muscat Azzopardi and Associates are currently setting up a company, Credence, together with Andrew Cefai, a Certified Public Accountant and tax specialist and Dr. Ivan Vella, an advocate specialising in international law issues, order to offer even more effective tailor-made financial services and tax solutions to corporate and private clients. Claudio Tonolla, a Swiss specialist in weath management, banking and financial advice, is an internal consultant to Credence.
13/2/2007
Muscat Azzopardi and Associates roadshow
Lawyers within Muscat Azzopardi and Associates are currently visiting several countries in order to meet clients, law firms and banks on a personal basis.
8/1/2007
Muscat Azzopardi and Associates attending ICE 2007 in London, 23rd to 25th January 2007
Muscat Azzopardi and Associates will be attending ICE 2007 - the International Casino Exhibition. As the world’s premier exhibition for gaming and gambling professionals, ICE 2007 is the definitive international event for anyone interested in this industry.
12/12/2006
Muscat Azzopardi and Associates advise Clifford Chance, JP Morgan Chase, Deutsche Bank, AWAS Aviation Acquisitions Limited
Muscat Azzopardi advises on US$ 2 billion acquisition
2/12/2006
Compañías de apuestas por internet en Malta
Una Guía para su solicitud, por Muscat Azzopardi and Associates, Abogados en Malta
30/11/2006
Malta as a jurisdiction for Socially Responsible Investments and Islamic Finance, or Sharia-Compliant Investment.
Two Opportunities for Malta – Socially Responsible Investments and Islamic Finance, or Sharia-Compliant Investment.
31/10/2006
FAQ regarding online gaming in Malta
A brief answer to frequently asked questions regarding the application for an online gaming licence in Malta, by Muscat Azzopardi and Associates
27/10/2006
Spanish online gaming companies showing increased interest in Malta
Muscat Azzopardi and Associates are currently assisting several Spanish online gaming companies in the relocation of their operation to Malta.
5/10/2006
Malta signs double-taxation treaty with Spain
Please contact Dr. James Muscat Azzopardi on jamesma@ma-advocates.com or on (+356) 9945 7373 for more information.
31/8/2006
Muscat Azzopardi and Associates acquire prestigious Grand Master De Vilhena Palazzo in Valletta
Muscat Azzopardi and Associates have recently purchased the Palazzo built in the early eighteenth century (circa 1725) by António Manoel de Vilhena as his Grand Master's residence in Valletta. This beautiful building is being restored and converted into offices. More details to follow...
25/8/2006
Online Gaming - Why Malta?
Inspite of size limitations, the Maltese islands boast a healthy and effective economy with potential for future growth. Since joining the EU in 2004, Malta was declared as a good performer by the EU and has respected the Maastricht criteria prior to adopting the Euro.
A list of advantages compiled by the Lotteries and Gaming Authority
19/7/2006
Ship registration in Malta
By Dr. Adrian Muscat Azzopardi B.A., LL.D.
1/7/2006
Betting and Gaming licenses in Malta
Updated memo
5/6/2006
Compra de Propiedad/Bienes Immuebles en Malta
Una breve guia sobre la compra de Propiedad/Bienes Immuebles en Malta, por Muscat Azzopardi and Associates, Abogados en Malta
19/4/2006
ITC regime to be phased out by 2010
Current ITC regime to be unavailable for new companies after 2007 - Existing ITCs to operate until 2010.
6/4/2006
Smartcity@Malta
Smartcity@Malta Heads of Agreement signed between Gov. and Tecom Investments of Dubai - DOI Press Release
15/3/2006
Proposed changes to Maltese legislation regulating the Carriage of Goods by Sea
Dr. Adrian Muscat Azzopardi, B.A., LL.D. is currently drafting proposed changes to the Maltese legislation regulating the Carriage of Goods by Sea.
11/3/2006
CSR - The OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises
A brief introduction to the OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises
25/2/2006
Dubai-based Tecom Investements to set up ICT
GOVERNMENT OF MALTA ANNOUNCES FRAMEWORK DISCUSSIONS WITH TECOM INVESTMENTS OF DUBAI ON THE SET UP OF THE NEW ‘SMARTCITY@MALTA’ ARE IN AN ADVANCED STAGE - DOI Press Release
15/2/2006
Muscat Azzopardi & Associates Memo on buying property in Bulgaria
By Dr. Adrian Muscat Azzopardi B.A., LL.D.
10/1/2006
Services Rendered: Criteria for Compensation
A brief explanation of the criteria used by Maltese Courts in determining compensation in cases of rendering of services, by Dr. Frank B. Testa B.A., LL.D.
4/8/2004
Elements of Originality within the Charter of Fundamental Rights of the European Union
by Dr. James Muscat Azzopardi
26/7/2003
Opinion : The Taxation of Electronic Commerce
by Dr. James Muscat Azzopardi
15/1/2003
Budget for FilmFoerderung Film Fund slashed
by Dr Anton Calleja
14/1/2002
Competition Law: Norwegian Competition Authority Regulates Emerging E-Markets
By Dr JK Farrugia
10/1/2002
Court stretches the principles for piercing the Corporate Veil
By Dr Anton Calleja
23/11/2001
Budget 2002 Update Tax Measures
by Dr James Muscat Azzopardi
22/11/2001
Pharmaceutical Patents
1/10/2001
Napster alternative sued.
18/9/2001
Taxation of Electronic Commerce in India
6/9/2001
Comparative Analysis:Reform Proposals of UK Competition Law
5/9/2001
Court orders Website Operator to disclose identities of anonymous users
21/8/2001
White paper on the Family Division - Civil Court
3/8/2001
Negotiated package taking shap
1/8/2001
Nicole Fontaine augurs that Malta will be among new member states by 2004
1/8/2001
EU : How Malta compares with other applicant countries
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