Rectas Chambers LLP provides professional legal advice, representation and notary services to individuals, businesses and public bodies across the Maldives with discretion, rigour and a clear view of what matters to you.
We advise individuals, families and businesses on the full range of matters that come before Maldivian courts and regulators. Whether you are planning ahead, resolving a dispute or responding to an inquiry, our work is measured, thorough and built around your objectives.
Company formation, shareholder agreements, commercial contracts, mergers, regulatory compliance and ongoing corporate secretarial support.
Representation before the Civil Court, High Court and Supreme Court of the Maldives in contract, property, tort and family disputes.
Title advice, transfers, leases, mortgages, land registration and disputes concerning residential and commercial property.
Divorce, custody, guardianship, inheritance, wills and succession planning handled with discretion and cultural sensitivity.
Employment contracts, workplace disputes, terminations, internal policies and representation before the Employment Tribunal.
Advice on Maldives Monetary Authority, Ministry of Economic Development and sector regulator requirements, including licensing and AML obligations.
We keep our practice focused so we can give every matter the attention it deserves. You will work directly with the lawyer handling your file not handed off to a queue.
Every client works directly with the responsible advocate. We explain options in plain language and keep you informed at each step no jargon, no surprises.
Years of practice before Maldivian courts and government departments mean we know the system from the inside and how to move matters forward efficiently.
We agree fees in writing before work begins. Fixed-fee, retainer and time-based arrangements are available depending on the matter.
Professional privilege and client confidentiality are non-negotiable. Your information is held securely and shared only on your instruction.
As commissioned notaries public, we witness signatures, certify copies and authenticate documents for use in the Maldives and abroad including powers of attorney, affidavits, statutory declarations and translations.
True copies of original documents such as passports, IDs, educational certificates and company records.
Sworn statements and statutory declarations drafted and witnessed in our office.
General and specific powers of attorney, including for property, banking and travel matters.
Coordination of apostille, attestation and consular legalisation for documents intended for use overseas.
Certified translation between Dhivehi and English for legal, personal and corporate documents.
Notarisation of deeds, agreements and commercial documents at signing.
Rectas Chambers LLP is a registered Maldivian law firm headquartered in Malé. We work with clients who value continuity, candour and considered advice from day-to-day matters to complex disputes and transactions.
From your first call to the close of your matter, we keep the path predictable so you always know what is happening, why and what it will cost.
Call, email or submit the form below. Tell us briefly what you need.
A confidential discussion of your matter, your objectives and the options open to you.
A clear, written engagement letter setting out scope, fees and timeline before any work begins.
Diligent execution and regular updates until your matter is concluded to your satisfaction.
“Clear advice, properly prepared documents, and a calm hand when things moved quickly. The kind of lawyer you want beside you.”
Reach out by phone, email or the form. For notarisation appointments, the dedicated notary line is the fastest route.
Conveniently located on Lainoofaru Magu, with easy access from the city centre. Appointments are recommended please call ahead for notarisation services.
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