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Nicholas Valenzia

Nicholas Valenzia

Nicholas Valenzia is a Partner at Mamo TCV Advocates.

He heads the firm’s Shipping and Aviation Department with particular focus on assets management and finance issues. Nicholas has also vast experience in vessels (including super yachts) and aircraft ownership and operational structures. Nicholas also coordinates vessel and aircraft repossession procedures on behalf of international credit institutions.

Education

  • University of Malta – BA Legal and Humanistic Studies – 2001
  • University of Malta – LL.D. – 2001
  • University of Wales – LL.M. – Legal Aspects in Marine Affairs

Representative Experience

  • Asset finance: restructuring of multiple aircraft security package
  • Litigation: sale of repossessed long range luxury jet
  • Litigation: reversing ruling by VAT Department on exempt status of open top transport
  • Aviation: handling majority investment in established aviation company
  • Shipping: registration of container ship fleet – structuring of bulker pool operation

Memberships

  • Admitted to the Maltese Bar, Superior Courts of Malta (2006)
  • Member of the Malta Chamber of Advocates
  • Treasurer of the Malta Maritime Law

Get In Touch

Address

MAMO TCV Advocates
Palazzo Pietro Stiges
103, Strait Street
Valletta, VLT 1436
Malta

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Mamo TCV Joins the Malta Business Aviation Association

Mamo TCV is pleased to announce that it has become a member of the Malta Business Aviation Association (MBAA) which is Malta’s national business aviation association. The MBAA is a member of the European Business Aviation Association (EBAA). The MBAA recently released a public statement announcing Mamo TCV’s addition to its business aviation community. The MBAA had the following to say about the firm: “With their expertise and passion for aviation, we are confident that they will bring fresh perspectives and innovative ideas to our collaborative efforts.”The MBAA’s primary goal is to promote excellence and professionalism amongst its members, empowering…
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Mamo TCV Participates in Malta Shipping Symposium

Partner Dr Nicholas Valenzia and Associates Dr Aleandro Mifsud and Dr Alexia Pollacco attended the Malta Shipping Symposium which took place on the 30th of May 2023 at the Malta Chamber of Commerce. The event was organized by Transport Malta, the Ministry for Transport, Infrastructure and Capital Projects, the Malta Maritime Law Association and the Malta International Shipowners Association. The symposium celebrated the 50th anniversary of Malta’s Merchant Shipping Act bringing together numerous stakeholders from the local and international shipping industry and provided a forum for discussion on Malta’s past achievements in the sector and the potential for future growth.…
Mamo TCV at Malta Aviation Conference & Expo (MACE)
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Malta launches a Civil Aviation Policy for 2023-2030

Dr Nicholas Valenzia, head of the Shipping and Aviation Practice Area at the firm, was invited to speak at the National Aviation Conference which was organised by the Ministry for Transport, Infrastructure and Capital Projects on the 18th of January 2023 at the Phoenicia Hotel in Floriana. Dr Valenzia discussed the aircraft financing and leasing market in Malta and the challenges to enhancing sectorial capacity and improving socio-economic benefits. Dr Valenzia’s address during the Conference can be seen in the video below. During the Conference, the Ministry for Transport, Infrastructure and Capital Projects launched A Civil Aviation Policy for Malta…
Mamo TCV at Malta Aviation Conference & Expo (MACE)
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Dr Nicholas Valenzia to speak at the National Aviation Conference
Mamo TCV Advocates participates in the Society Education Annual Conference on Aspects of Maltese Company Law
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Introducing Maritime and Aviation Cell Companies to Malta
Mamo TCV has once again participated in the Malta Aviation Conference & Expo held at the Hilton, Portomaso between the 5th and 6th October, 2022
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Dr Nicholas Valenzia Moderates Finance Panel at MACE

Awards & recognitions

Mamo TCV Advocates is well-versed in all aspects of aviation law, including asset financing, acquisitions and disposals, liability claims, and aircraft repossession and arrest. The practice is noted for its strong expertise in complex corporate structures involving the ownership and operation of aircraft. On the policy front, the group is sought after to advise on the implementation of laws and regulations. Co-head Nicholas Valenzia typically advises lessors, banks, and operators on asset management and financing transactions. Co-head Joseph Camilleri is a key contact for litigations related to asset recovery, and aircraft repossession and arrest.

The Legal 100 - Aviation (Tier 1)2022

The team at Mamo TCV Advocates can handle all aspects of maritime law from ship registration and ownership structures to maritime litigation. Nicholas Valenzia and his team has assisted major financiers and providers in the lease financing of yachts. Joseph Camilleri handles maritime litigation and transactional work.

The Legal 100 - Shipping (Tier 2)2022

Frank Testa is a lead in terms of litigation lawyers in Malta. Nicholas Valenzia is a lead in terms of maritime litigation in Malta

The Legal 500 - (Tier 1) Dispute Resolution2021

The team at Mamo TCV Advocates offers clients a complete service when it comes to aviation matters. It has been engaged by the Maltese government to act as the legal adviser on legislative matters and regularly acts for major financiers. Nicholas Valenzia and Joseph Camilleri head the practice.

Legal 500 - (Tier 2) Aviation2021

The team at Mamo TCV Advocates can handle all aspects of maritime law from ship registration and ownership structures to maritime litigation. Nicholas Valenzia and his team has assisted major financiers and providers in the lease financing of yachts. Joseph Camilleri handles maritime litigation and transactional work.

Legal 500 - (Tier 2) Shipping2021

the most passionate person about the maritime sector

Chambers Europe - Notable Practioners (Band 2)2021

his knowledge on shipping law matters, Valenzia assists shipping companies with chartering and corporate restructuring mandates.

Chambers Europe - Notable Practioners (Band 2)2021