The Art of Law

We offer strategic legal advice to businesses at every stage—from incorporation to dissolution. Our corporate and commercial law services include:

• Company formation, structuring, and shareholder agreements
• Drafting and negotiation of commercial contracts
• Mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures
• Business restructuring and liquidation
• Corporate dispute resolution and shareholder matters
• Ongoing legal advisory for business operations and compliance

With a deep understanding of the Maldivian business environment, we support local and international clients in achieving their commercial objectives within a sound legal framework.

Our Civil Law practice offers effective legal representation in a broad range of non-criminal disputes. We assist individuals, businesses, and institutions in resolving conflicts through negotiation, litigation, and alternative dispute resolution methods such as mediation and arbitration.

Our civil law services include:

• Contractual Disputes – Enforcement and breach of contracts, including service agreements, leases, and commercial transactions
• Debt Recovery – Legal action to recover unpaid debts, enforce judgments, and manage creditor claims
• Tort Claims – Compensation for personal injury, property damage, or negligence
• Consumer Protection – Representation in disputes involving goods and services under applicable consumer laws
• Defamation and Reputation Protection – Legal remedies for libel, slander, and online reputation issues
• Civil Enforcement – Execution of court orders and judgments, including asset recovery and injunctions
• Administrative Complaints – Legal support in filing complaints against public authorities or government departments

Our team ensures that your rights are fully protected and that all proceedings are handled with the highest level of professionalism, whether through court action or settlement.

We provide comprehensive legal support to international investors and foreign-owned businesses operating in the Maldives. With a deep understanding of the regulatory and commercial environment, we help clients navigate investment approvals, business structuring, and ongoing compliance.

Our services in this area include:

• Investment Approvals – Assistance with applications to the Ministry of Economic Development and other relevant authorities
• Foreign Investment Agreements – Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating investment contracts with the government or local partners
• Company Registration – Setting up foreign-owned companies, joint ventures, or partnerships under Maldivian law
• Real Estate & Resort Investment – Legal advisory on resort leases, land use, and foreign ownership restrictions
• Banking & Finance – Structuring of investment funding, shareholder financing, and compliance with monetary regulations
• Regulatory Compliance – Ensuring compliance with the Foreign Investment Act, taxation laws, and sector-specific regulations
• Visa & Work Permit Assistance – Legal support for obtaining investor visas, employment approvals, and expatriate documentation
• Dispute Resolution – Representation in commercial disputes, investment-related litigation, or arbitration involving foreign entities

Whether you're entering the Maldivian market for the first time or expanding your existing operations, our team offers practical, business-oriented legal guidance every step of the way.