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Dr. Daniel Vella

Dr. Daniel Vella

Senior Associate

Daniel is a Senior Associate at Dingli & Dingli Law Firm, where he maintains a practice in shipping law and maritime litigation. Since joining the firm in 2019, he has acted for international shipowners, financiers, and operators, handling a variety of shipping transactions and maritime disputes. 

His legal expertise is supported by a Master of Laws (LL.M) with Distinction from the International Maritime Law Institute (IMLI). This specialization provided him with a deep understanding of the international legal framework and the various conventions that govern the maritime sector. 

Prior to his professional career, Daniel held several leadership roles within the European Law Students' Association (ELSA), including serving as President of ELSA Malta and as a Director at the international level. He also served as a student representative on the University of Malta’s Senate and Council. 

Daniel is a member of the Malta Maritime Law Association and was admitted to the Bar in 2021.

 

Career, Education & Memberships

Career

• Senior Associate – Dingli & Dingli Law Firm since 2025
• Associate – Dingli & Dingli Law Firm 2021-2024
• Legal Trainee – Dingli & Dingli Law Firm 2019 - 2021

Education

• Master of Laws (LL.M) in International Maritime Law with distinction
(International Maritime Law Institute - 2021)
• Master of Advocacy – University of Malta - 2020
• Bachelor of Laws (Hons.)(University of Malta – 2019)

Memberships

• Admitted to Superior Courts of Malta - 2021
• Malta Maritime Law Association