About

Provided by Premier Chambers LLP

PC caters comprehensive, innovative and practical legal advice, suited to the needs of clients in diverse areas, with expertise in banking and finance, corporate and commercial, tourism investments, employment and tax disputes.

Their clientele comprises major banks, both domestic and international, government-owned and private companies providing financial services, as well as prominent local and international individuals and business spanning across a wide range of industries.

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General Business Law - Maldives

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What the Team is Known For

Premier Chambers covers a range of matters including banking and finance, real estate and intellectual property. The firm is widely considered to be a market leader in the Maldives and is regularly sought out by financial institutions, private individuals and clients operating in the tourism sector. The team is also well equipped to assist with dispute resolution mandates.

Work Highlights

  • Premier Chambers assisted Nations Trust Bank with financing for the construction and development of a tourist resort in the Maldives.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Shaaheen Hameed
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Shaaheen Hameed is a distinguished lawyer who is active on both disputes and transactional matters. He is regularly cited as a leader in the Maldives market.

Shaaheen Hameed is a brilliant partner; fast, goal-oriented and reliable.

Shaaheen Hameed is a top lawyer in the Maldives.

Shaaheen Hameed has very vast knowledge of Maldivian law. He is experienced. We really use his experience and knowledge quite a lot. He is very responsive.

Shaaheen Hameed is one of the top lawyers in the country. He is highly recommended by us.

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Hassan Maaz Shareef
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Hassan Maaz Shareef specialises in banking and finance matters, as well as intellectual property cases.

Hassan Maaz Shareef is very good and efficient.

Hassan Maaz Shareef comes with a lot of experience.

Hassan Maaz Shareef is superb at every turn.

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Mohamed Azmee
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Up and Coming

Mohamed Azmee advises clients on commercial disputes, contract negotiations and financing mandates.

Mohamed provides an exceptional level of legal service, demonstrating a strong commitment to the client needs. His responsiveness and efficiency in handling complex legal matters has been commendable.

Mohamed Azmee is a very capable lawyer who is always happy to answer your call and assist you. He goes above and beyond to help a client and we are grateful for his work ethic and help.

Mohamed Azmee is very dynamic and well-versed in his capacity. We are able to discuss and get knowledge whenever is required.

Mohamed Azmee is an approachable and likeable individual. He is well-versed with the law in Maldives and has a very strong understanding of the processes to be followed. He is also very responsive.

Ranked Lawyers at
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Maldives

General Business Law

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Shaaheen Hameed
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Band 1
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Hassan Maaz Shareef
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Band 3
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Mohamed Azmee
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Up and Coming

Members

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Aishath Shifala

Aminath Amathullah

Hassan Maaz Shareef

Maumoon Hameed

Mohamed Azmee

Mohamed Shakir

Industries

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Banking and Finance: structuring complex financial transactions and cross-border syndicated loans for banks and financial institutions.

Intellectual Property: advising local & foreign clients on copyright, trademark & other IP infringement disputes, as well as protection of IP rights.

Labour & Industrial: all types of employment matters, including litigation, drafting employment contracts, redundancy & disciplinary policies.

Litigation: advising & representing clients at the lower courts, the High Court and the Supreme Court of the Maldives in civil & commercial disputes.

Tax Disputes: advising and representing clients in tax related disputes at the Tax Appeal Tribunal and appeal courts.

Tourism and Foreign Investment: advising on local & foreign investments, acquisitions, regulatory compliance, and operational & management contracts.