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Dr. Kelly Mamo

Junior Partner and Head of Legal at DW&P Dr. Werner & Partners. Dr. Kelly Mamo leads the firm's legal team, covering corporate law, contract management, dispute resolution, trademark registration, and employment law. She also heads the maritime law practice including yacht registration under Maltese flag and VAT yacht leasing structures.

Dr. Kelly Mamo leads the legal department at DW&P Dr. Werner & Partners, covering corporate law, contract management, dispute resolution, trademark registration, employment law, and maritime law.

Dr. Kelly Mamo: Professional Profile

Position
Junior Partner & Head of Legal
DW&P Dr. Werner & Partners
Responsibilities
Full Corporate Law Department
Corporate law, contracts, disputes, trademarks, employment law, maritime law
Focus Area
VAT Yacht Leasing
4-12% effective VAT rate (as of 2026-04-25)
Languages
English, Maltese
International yacht industry clients

Dr. Kelly Mamo: Areas of Expertise

Corporate & Commercial Law

  • Corporate governance and shareholder agreements
  • Contract drafting and negotiation
  • EU trademark registration (EUIPO)
  • Employment law and HR legal matters
  • Dispute resolution and litigation coordination
  • Legal opinions and due diligence

Yacht Registration

  • Private yacht flagging Malta
  • Commercial yacht registration
  • Superyacht flag management
  • Crew employment contracts
  • ISM/ISPS compliance

VAT & Tax

  • VAT yacht leasing structure
  • Effective VAT rates 4-12% (as of 2026-04-25)
  • Import VAT optimization
  • Charter income tax planning