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Adrian Attard

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Adrian is a Partner at Fenech & Fenech Advocates. His main areas of practice are maritime law and dispute resolution & litigation.

Adrian graduated from the University of Malta in 2009 with a Doctorate of Laws, and holds a Master’s degree in international maritime law conferred by the IMO International Maritime Law Institute. He was admitted to the Maltese bar in 2009 and joined the Marine Litigation Department in 2010.

Adrian’s main areas of practice are maritime law and dispute resolution & litigation. Adrian has a wealth of experience in most aspects of maritime law including judicial sales by auction and court approved private sales of vessels, handling most types of wet and dry shipping disputes ranging from collisions, salvage and towage claims to insurance claims, disputes relating to carriage of goods and charter party agreements, the arrest of vessels and obtaining other forms of precautionary security. He is also well versed in contract drafting and negotiations.

Adrian is also experienced in dispute resolution and litigation and handles enforcement proceedings for the recovery of debts using both local and EU enforcement mechanisms, enforcing judgment and arbitral awards locally.

Languages: Maltese, English, Italian

Career Highlights

JANUARY 2019

Fenech & Fenech Advocates, Partner

JANUARY 2015

Fenech & Fenech Advocates, Senior Associate

AUGUST 2010

Fenech & Fenech Advocates, Associate

Education

Malta Institute of Taxation

Oct 2009 – July 2010, Diploma in Taxation

IMO International Maritime Law Institute

Sept 2009 – June 2010, Masters in International Law

University of Malta

Oct 2006 – June 2009, Doctor of Laws

University of Malta

Oct 2006 – June 2007, Diploma of Notary Public

University of Malta

Oct 2003 – June 2006, Bachelor of Laws Degree with European Studies as a subsidiary area

RANKINGS
2026 | Shipping - Next Generation Partner
2026 | Shipping - Band 3
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Testimonials
"Adrian Attard is a distinguished lawyer who supports clients with shipping litigation matters, including tortious claims. His expertise also extends to transactional cases, such as the acquisition and registration of vessels."
Chambers Europe 2026 | Shipping - Band 3
’‘We have worked extensively with Adrian Attard, who is an excellent problem solver and has provided first-class advice.’‘
Legal 500 2026 | Shipping - Next Generation Partner
“Adrian provides thoughtful, timely advice and is extremely responsive. It is a pleasure to work with him"
Chambers Europe 2025 | Shipping - Band 3
"The team at Fenech & Fenech Advocates is composed of lawyers who are both passionate and professional about their job in assisting clients. The detail in which they explore the issues and cases is exceptional."
Legal 500 2025 | Shipping - Leading Partner
"A well-regarded lawyer who assists clients with shipping litigation matters, including in insurance disputes."
Chambers Europe 2024 | Shipping- Band 3
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