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Salomone Sansone is the only law firm in Malta that specialises exclusively in intellectual property law.

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KNOWLEDGE

We have operated in the field of intellectual property law since 1947, having built a wealth of knowledge over several decades of practice.

Contact

If you wish to contact our firm, kindly send an email to:
info@salomonesansone.com

Experience

Our vast knowledge and our many years of experience have resulted in a detailed appreciation of the specialised area of intellectual property law. Our team are members of the legal profession who have been duly admitted to the Maltese Bar and who practice in all areas of intellectual property law.

WHO WE ARE AND WHY WE DO IT

SALOMONE SANSONE is the only law firm in Malta that specialises exclusively in matters of intellectual property law. All members of our team have vast knowledge and experience on all procedural, legal and administrative matters relating to intellectual property law in Malta and in the EU.

Our practice services the requirements of both international and local clients, and we have been acting on behalf of many of the world’s most innovative and successful corporations since the opening of our office back in 1947. Our reputation for exceptional client service means that we have cultivated long-lasting relationships with some of the most prominent innovators in the world.

Above all, we have a passion for what we do and are available for our clients around the clock, 365 days a year, with no exception.

Professional consultancy

We assist clients in forming a strategy for the protection of their IP, with specialised legal counsel available for the purpose.

Litigation

Enforcement of intellectual property rights is one of our main pillars of work. Throughout the years, we have assisted a large number of clients in litigious matters before the Maltese law courts.

Searching, Filing and prosecution of applications for registration

We have a fully dedicated Search Department, specialised in trademark, patent and design searches. Our Administration Department is responsible for the filing and prosecution of IP applications, assisted as necessary by the Legal Department.

Maintenance of registered trademarks, patents and designs

We have a very prominent IP Administration practice, as we handle a very large amount of patent renewals on a monthly basis in Malta.

Charges

Fees and costs vary according to the nature of the service required as well as the intricacies which a particular task might entail. Our staff will be very happy to deal with your requests for quotations in a given case or cases.

Why Choose Us

We have a passion for what we do and are fully dedicated to protecting your IP.

Specialised Personnel

All our members of staff are highly specialised in intellectual property matters.

Availability and Support

Our office is designed to handle any query on a "same day" basis. Our level of support is therefore designed to the highest level.

Experience

A wealth of experience has been accumulated in 70 years of practice.

Meet Our Attorneys

SALOMONE SANSONE is a family firm, the origins of which date back to 1947 when the Hon. Walter Salomone set up his practice in the field of intellectual property consultancy.

Assisted by his son Albert W. Salomone who succeeded him in 1973 and re-named the firm A.W. Salomone & Co., during the 1990s it was further re-styled and re-named Salomone, Sansone & Co. Since 2008, it is headed by Albert`s grandson Dr. Luigi A. Sansone.

The practice, now named SALOMONE SANSONE, is operated from premises situated in Valletta, Malta`s historic capital city and a world heritage site, housing both the law courts as well as the office of the Comptroller of Industrial Property. At SALOMONE SANSONE, we endeavour to provide quality, cost-effective and reliable service to our numerous clients hailing from different time zones and cultures; to this end, we are available virtually 24 hours a day, throughout the year with no exception.

CEO & ADVOCATE

DR. LUIGI A. SANSONE

Luigi read law at the University of Buckingham in the United Kingdom and graduated LL.B. with honours in 1990. He went on to graduate Doctor of Laws (LL.D.) from the University of Malta in 1995. He is the head of the firm and has been a practising advocate since 1996. He is a European Patent Attorney, Malta Council Member of the European Patent Institute (EPI) and was until recently the Chairperson of the Anti-Counterfeiting Committee at the European Communities Trademark Association (ECTA), as well as an overseas member of the Institute of Trade Mark Attorneys (ITMA) in the United Kingdom. He is also a member of MARQUES, AIPPI, the International Trade Mark Association (INTA), the Pharmaceutical Trade Marks Group (PTMG) and a Committee Member of the INTA (EU) Anti-Counterfeiting Committee. Languages: English, Maltese, Italian and French.

ADVOCATE

Dr. VALENTINA SANSONE

Valentina read law at the University of Malta and graduated Bachelor of Laws (Honours) in 2020 after which she obtained a Master of Advocacy in 2021. A practising advocate since 2022, she is responsible for IP search projects conducted by the Firm and conducts an active role in IP enforcement and prosecution, including anti-counterfeiting and litigation before judicial and administrative authorities. Valentina regularly attends INTA, ECTA, MARQUES and PTMG IP Conferences. Languages: English, Maltese and Italian. Languages: English, Maltese and Italian.

ADVOCATE

DR. MATTEO SANSONE

Matteo obtained a Bachelor of Laws (Honours) degree in 2023 from the University of Malta and obtained a Master of Advocacy degree in 2024. A practising advocate since 2025, he conducts an active role in IP enforcement and prosecution, including anti-counterfeiting and litigation before judicial and administrative authorities. During his Bachelor’s degree, Matteo’s dissertation focused on the trademark opposition procedure in Malta. Matteo is a member of INTA, ECTA, AIPPI and MARQUES. Languages: English, Maltese and Italian.

Vacancies

We do not have any current openings, however, if you feel that you have something to offer, do get in touch via email at: info@salomonesansone.com

Events

For news regarding events in which our professionals are participating, please see the below.

2026-03-04

Dr. Luigi A. Sansone will be attending the ECTA Committee Meetings in October in Lyon, France. Should you wish to

2026-03-04

Dr. Matteo Sansone will be attending the IP Mediation Conference 2025 in Malta, taking place between 16-17 October 2025.

2026-03-04

Dr. Luigi A. Sansone, Dr. Valentina Sansone and Dr. Matteo Sansone will be attending INTA’s 2025 Annual Meeting in San

Latest News

We welcome you to take a look at our articles, providing an interesting insight into IP-related matters affecting Malta.

2026-03-04

On 12th January 2023, the Court of Appeal, presided over by Mr. Justice Giannino Caruana Demajo, Mr. Justice Tonio Mallia

2026-03-04

Intellectual property is essential for innovation and creativity, as it provides incentives for individuals and businesses to invest time, money,

2026-03-04

Today marks an important occasion in the world of innovation and creativity – it’s World Intellectual Property Day! At SALOMONE

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