About Apex Law LLP
Welcome to APEX LAW LLP, a multidisciplinary law firm based in Maldives. Our firm is committed to delivering top-notch legal services to our clients, whether they are businesses or individuals. With our team of experienced and knowledgeable lawyers, we provide a range of legal solutions tailored to meet our clients’ needs.
At APEX LAW LLP, we understand that every client is unique, and we adopt a fresh and dynamic approach to legal practice to ensure that we achieve the best outcomes for each of our clients. Our dedication to excellence and our commitment to our clients’ best interests are at the heart of everything we do.
We strive to be a reliable and efficient legal partner for our clients, providing personalized and attentive service every step of the way. We take pride in our ability to build lasting relationships with our clients and are committed to providing them with the highest standard of legal services possible.
Thank you for considering APEX LAW LLP as your legal partner. We look forward to working with you and helping you achieve your legal goals.
At APEX LAW LLP, our lawyers are specialized and experienced in a wide range of practice areas, including the following areas.
- Corporate and Commercial Law
- Banking and Finance
- Dispute Resolution and Litigation
- Employment and Labour Law
- Intellectual Property Law
- Real Estate and Property Law
- Regulatory and Compliance
- Maritime and Shipping Law
- Criminal Law
- Environmental Law
- Tourism and Hospitality Law
Please note that this is not an exhaustive list, and APEX LAW LLP offers a range of other legal services as well.
Family Law
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Employment Law
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Blog & Updates
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The Continued Demand for Company Seals in the Maldives: Legal or Legacy?
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Maldives Implements Fifteenth Amendment to the Tourism Act: Key Changes Shaping the Future of Resort Development
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Maldives Enacts New Companies Act to Modernize Corporate Governance Framework
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Rethinking Power of Attorney Requirements in the Civil Procedure Regulations
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The Importance of Corporate Governance
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Common legal issues in commercial leasing agreements
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Exploring Intellectual Property Law
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Understanding the Difference between Criminal and Civil Offences
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Understanding the Strata Properties Act 2021: A New Framework for Multi-Unit Property Ownership in the Maldives
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Personal Injury Claims in Maldives
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New Civil Procedure Code Ratified to Enhance Efficiency and Transparency in Civil Litigation Process
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Trademark Registration in Maldives
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Your Rights as a Hirer of a Photographer
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Government Establishes Minimum Wage
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How Covid-19 Lockdown Brought Positive Changes to Maldivian Legal System
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New Law Aims to Protect Consumers and Businesses in Maldives
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Supreme Court Rules MIRA Lacks Legal Authority to Sue for Non-Tax Payments
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The Legality of Agreements without Signatures
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Why Introducing a Discovery Stage Could Improve the Maldivian Legal System
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The Maldives: A Unique Legal System
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Understanding Legal System in Maldives
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