Chamber of Advocates Malta

20/10/2026

📢 Notice to Members | Proposed EU Merger Guidelines

The Chamber of Advocates has published an informative notice outlining the European Commission’s proposed new EU Merger Guidelines and their potential implications for competition law and merger assessments.

Members are encouraged to read the full notice, now available on our website.

🔗 Read more here:https://avukati.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/CHAMBE2.pdf

15/10/2026

13/10/2026

📢 New Guidance Note | Reduced Duty on Certain Business Acquisitions Causa Mortis

The Chamber of Advocates has issued a Guidance Note on Legal Notice 250 of 2026, outlining the extension of the preferential duty rate to certain business acquisitions causa mortis.

The Guidance Note highlights the applicable conditions, evidentiary requirements, procedures and key considerations for legal practitioners.

📄 Read the full Guidance Note here:https://avukati.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/CHAMBE1-1.pdf

13/10/2026

Yesterday, the Chamber of Advocates had the honour of welcoming a Ukrainian delegation for a meaningful exchange focused on strengthening professional ties, solidarity, and international cooperation.

The occasion featured an address by Dr Davinia Cutajar and a speech delivered by the President of the Chamber of Advocates, Dr Louis Degabriele, highlighting the importance of dialogue, collaboration, and the shared values of the legal profession.

07/10/2026

Today, the Chamber of Advocates hosted a lecture by Prof. Ulf Maunsbach from Lund University on :

“The CJEU and European Private International Law: Recent Developments in Commercial Matters.”

The session provided valuable insights into recent CJEU judgments and their implications for European private international law, followed by an engaging discussion with attendees.

A sincere thank you to Prof. Maunsbach and to everyone who joined us and contributed to the discussion.

07/10/2026

📢 Reminder to Members | Article 32 Sanctions Compliance

Last month, the Chamber circulated by email to all members its Guidance Note on Article 32 Sanctions Compliance, following the guidance published by the Sanctions Monitoring Board.
The guidance highlights key obligations applicable to advocates and law firms carrying out relevant activities, including risk assessment, ongoing monitoring, freezing and reporting obligations.Members are encouraged to familiarise themselves with the guidance and ensure that the appropriate compliance measures are in place.

📄 Read the full Chamber Guidance Note here:
https://avukati.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Guidance-Note-Article-32-Sanctions-Compliance-Chamber-of-Advocates-31.8.2026.pdf

07/10/2026

📢 Guidance for Advocates | Beneficial Ownership

The Chamber of Advocates has issued a guidance note on the new beneficial ownership reporting and access rules, following L.N. 184 of 2026, as amended by L.N. 226 of 2026.
The guidance covers key matters relating to ownership and control, BO4 and company reporting, and access and AML due diligence.

📄 Advocates are encouraged to read the full guidance note for further information and practical guidance:
https://avukati.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Guidance-Note-Beneficial-Ownership.pdf

06/10/2026

📢 Reminder – Tomorrow!
Join us for an insightful lecture on recent developments in European Private International Law, delivered by Prof. Ulf Maunsbach (University of Lund).

📅 7 October 2026
📍 Chamber of Advocates Conference Hall, Valletta
🕒 15:00 – 16:15

The session will focus on recent CJEU jurisprudence and its impact on cross-border commercial disputes.
Admission is free – we look forward to seeing you there!