Alliott Global Alliance expands in Malta with strategic appointments of Zampa Partners and VB Advocates

The appointment of these two new member firms in Malta enhances AGA’s ability to offer comprehensive legal and financial services further across the EMEA region. 

Founded in 2014, Top 10-ranked Zampa Partners has established itself as a trusted advisor to international clients, offering financial and fiscal services. The firm primarily serves key sectors such as financial services, gambling, yachting, aviation, and pharmaceuticals.

Zampa Partners' growth has been driven by strategic expansion, innovation and investment in talent. The firm fosters an inclusive culture empowering its people to take an active role in shaping its future.  It also operates a learning academy designed to develop and inspire future leaders.

Managing Partner Matthew Zampa, at Zampa Partners commented:

“Joining AGA is a strategic move that enhances our firm’s global reach and capabilities. Being part of this prestigious alliance provides us with access to an extensive network of professional services firms, enabling us to better support our clients across jurisdictions. This membership will help us nurture new relationships, share best practices, and further strengthen the value we deliver to our clients.”

Top 25 law firm VB Advocates has a rich legacy spanning three generations and has grown into one of Malta’s most respected corporate law firms. The team specialises in M&A, capital markets, banking and finance, real estate, labour, and employment, FinTech and IP legal services, primarily serving clients in the  hospitality and tourism: transportation, real estate development, pharmaceutical, retail and importation and distribution sectors. 

Founding partners Karl Briffa and Luca Vella bring exceptional expertise in complex international negotiations, particularly in multi-million real estate transactions, and their work has earned recognition from leading legal publications, including Chambers and Legal 500. Drawing upon an 80-year heritage, they lead a trusted team of lawyers while maintaining strong client relationships, some of which have lasted over 50 years. 

Karl Briffa and Luca Vella said:

“Our membership of Alliott Global Alliance is a key part of our ongoing strategy to enhance our international visibility, supporting our growth plans while strengthening client service delivery. The Alliance opens up valuable opportunities for collaboration, both with colleagues at Zampa Partners and with other AGA members in 100 countries. We are delighted to be AGA’s legal representative in Malta.”

Alliott Global Alliance CEO Giles Brake added:

“We are delighted to welcome these two highly regarded firms as our new representatives in Malta, a hub of innovation and international business. Their expertise and global outlook align strongly with our alliance’s strategic vision, enhancing our ability to support members and clients in this dynamic market. These appointments mark an important step in strengthening our presence in Malta, fostering collaboration, and driving new opportunities in line with our global growth strategy.”

About Zampa Partners

As AGA’s trusted accounting and tax representative in Malta, Zampa Partners has over a decade of expertise in fiscal, accounting and assurance areas. Now one of the leading business advisory firms in Malta, the firm has expanded its service portfolio to financial advisory, internal audit and digital transformation. Read more.

About VB Advocates

As AGA’s trusted legal representative in Malta, VB Advocates is known for its expertise in complex international negotiations, particularly in multi-million real estate and M&A transactions, earning recognition from Chambers and Legal 500. Drawing upon a rich heritage spanning over eight decades, VB Advocates provides an extensive range of expert legal services tailored to meet the individual needs of local and international clients seeking a trusted legal partner in the country.  Read more.

About Alliott Global Alliance

Founded in 1979, and with 225 member firms operating out of 340 offices in some 100 countries Alliott Global Alliance is an international alliance of independent, law, accounting, and advisory firms, working across the world Together as One.

Each of our members share a common goal: to learn and share knowledge, resources, and opportunities to make the world smaller and their businesses stronger. We work with a spirit of generosity and openness — so that together, we can continue to fulfil our ambitions, gain greater experience, and drive mutual success.

Alliott Global Alliance is expanding fast, and the alliance has its sights set firmly on growing its legal and accounting membership to over 100 countries. Opportunities are available to independent professional firms in specific countries in Africa, Europe, China, the ASEAN region, Australasia, the Gulf Cooperation Council region, Central and South America and in North America. For information about membership email membership@alliottglobal.com.