General Business Law - Fiji
What the team is known for
Siwatibau & Sloan houses a well-respected team with strong expertise in IP, notably in relation to trade mark registration, as well as environmental and climate change issues in Fiji. The law firm also has commercial property expertise and is active in the energy infrastructure, tourism and telecommunications sectors. It is well placed to advise inbound clients seeking to establish or develop their businesses in Fiji, also offering substantial experience in the representation of charities and NGOs, alongside litigation.
Strengths
"They are very capable people who are good team players, and they are knowledgeable on maritime law and oceans law."
"They are very responsive and we can rely on them to answer quickly and professionally."
Notable practitioners
Atu Siwatibau is a highly experienced lawyer with a strong reputation among peers and clients alike. His areas of expertise include public infrastructure projects, M&A and IP issues.
James Sloan is highly regarded for his knowledge of climate change regulations and environmental law in Fiji. His wider practice includes general corporate and disputes matters. "James Sloan has domain knowledge, and it is pleasure to work with him. He is very well connected in the Pacific community and able to do comparative analysis across different countries." "James has really good expertise, an understanding of rules and regulations, and the ability to work on sensitive issues."