The Maltese Legal System

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Key Facts – Legal & Regulatory Services in Malta

Jurisdiction: Malta – EU Member State with a mixed legal system
Legal System: Hybrid system based on Roman (civil law) and British (common law) traditions
EU Membership: Malta joined the European Union in 2004, making EU law directly applicable
Legal Framework Evolution: Developed through key milestones including the 1921 Constitution and 1964 Independence
EU Law Application: EU acquis forms an integral part of Maltese legislation following accession
Core Regulatory Environment: Strong alignment with EU regulatory, compliance, and governance standards
Key Authorities: Malta Business Registry (MBR), Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA), and other sector regulators
Service Scope: Regulatory consultancy, corporate law, compliance advisory, contract drafting, restructuring, and governance support
Key Strength: Combination of EU regulatory certainty with a flexible, business-oriented legal framework
Primary Advantage: Efficient legal system with strong international alignment and cross-sector expertise

The Legal System in Malta

The Maltese legal system has been moulded by the influence received during the long years of colonial rule from various legal cultures which today form part of Malta’s history. This has resulted in the Maltese legal system to become a mixed legal system. Its roots comprise of Roman Law (continental) and British Law which is a worthy example of early attempts aimed at fusing together two great families of law.

Law in Malta evolved further especially with the foundation of a Maltese parliament in 1921 and furthermore after Malta gained independence in 1964. Significant developments to the Maltese legal system were also brought about by the country joining the European Union (EU) in 2003. As an EU member state, Malta transposed the EU Treaty into Maltese law, meaning that EU law became the law of the country.

Our Expertise

Understanding and working hand-in-hand with our portfolio of clients has given the Group a wide spectrum of experience and exposure in various industries – amongst which are real estate, relocation, immigration, yachting, shipping, e-commerce, iGaming, employment, contract drafting, company restructuring, corporate & commercial law and estate planning. Our experienced Team is hands-on, business savvy and straight-forward, with an intense commitment to our clients’ interests. Contact us to discuss how we can be of support to your business, leaving the local regulations to us, whihle guiding your business on how to best comply with the local Authorities and Regulators.