Privacy and Data Protection

Fenech & Fenech Advocates is recognised as one of the leading firms in Malta with regards to privacy and data protection, having expertise in data protection matters since the introduction of data protection laws in Malta in 2001.

The Privacy & Data Protection team has years of experience serving as Data Protection Representative and Data Protection Officer for a number of data controllers in Malta. The team assists clients with complex transactions including the cross-border sharing of personal data, particularly in the context of mergers and acquisitions. The team also assist clients by carrying out of GDPR Legal Audits and Data Protection Impact Assessments, as well as providing assistance on handling of personal data breaches and data subject rights.

The team has also represented clients in the litigious context in appeals filed before the Commissioner, the Appeals Tribunal and the Court of Appeal on data-protection related disputes. Furthermore, the team also delivers high-quality training, including bespoke courses, in data protection and privacy law.