Profile

Andrei's main areas of specialisation are finance and debt restructuring, banking, investment services and corporate law. Andrei is actively involved in M&A and corporate finance transactions, both locally and internationally, including transactions having a cross-border emphasis. He also advises on regulatory aspects relating to credit and financial institutions, and investment service providers. Andrei frequently assists in the setting up of trusts in Malta and advises a number of clients on corporate governance and corporate matters generally.

Andrei joined the firm as a Trainee in January 2008. That same year he graduated as Doctor of Laws from the University of Malta and embarked on an LL.M. in International Banking & Finance at the University College London. In 2010 Andrei was appointed as Associate, forming part of the Corporate & Finance practice group and was promoted to Senior Associate in 2014. He was admitted to partnership in 2018.

Andrei is also a lecturer at the AIM Professional Academy where he teaches corporate and business law to ACCA students.

Professional memberships

• Interlaw
• Chamber of Advocates
• Institute of Financial Services Practitioners

What others are saying

Next Generation Lawyer - Banking, Finance and Capital Markets Legal500, 2018

Associate to watch - Financial Services Chambers Europe, 2018

"Solution-oriented" attitude - Financial Services Chambers Europe, 2018

Clients say that Andrei Vella "delivers an excellent service," noting that "his response times are excellent, he always meets delivery dates and he is flexible." He advises on investments and share transactions in the financial services sector. - Financial Services Chambers Global, 2019

Up and Coming Lawyer - Financial Services Chambers Europe, 2019

Next Generation Lawyer - Banking, Finance and Capital Markets Legal500, 2019

Andrei Vella acts for a number of international banks on credit facility agreements and acquisition financing. He also advises domestic clients on refinancing mandates and loan guarantee agreements. - Financial Services Chambers Global, 2020

Up and Coming Lawyer - Financial Services Chambers Europe, 2020