Over the past quarter, Aliant+ Practice Area Groups continued to bring members together through shared expertise, practical conversations, and crossborder collaboration. These groups are where relationships deepen, knowledge is exchanged, and opportunities for referrals and joint client work naturally develop.
We would like to extend our sincere thanks to the PAG Chairs. Their commitment, time, and leadership are what keep these groups active, focused, and genuinely useful for members across the network.
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Accounting Practice Group
Strengthening Collaboration Through Global Firm Showcases
Achievement Spotlight
The Accounting PAG saw strong growth in participation throughout Q1. Meeting monthly, the group focused on deepening internal connections and cross-border understanding. Each session featured in depth presentations from two member firms, showcasing regional expertise and creating direct opportunities for collaboration and client referrals.
This format has strengthened engagement and reinforced the group’s role in driving cross-border accounting opportunities within the network.
How Members Benefit
Participation helps members stay informed on jurisdiction specific developments while strengthening their ability to support international clients. The group also creates early connections that support future collaboration and referrals.
Interested in joining a Practice Area Group or have questions about participation? Please reach out directly to the PAG Chair.
Contact:
Stephen Balzan
sbalzan@act.com.mt
Corporate Practice Group
Navigating Complexity While Embracing Innovation
Achievement Spotlight
The Corporate Practice Area Group had a productive start to 2026, marked by strong engagement and valuable insights.
A highlight of the quarter was exceptional guidance from Timothy Mills (Aliant LLP, United States) on US tariffs under the Trump administration. His clear analysis and accurate predictions regarding Supreme Court rulings were highly appreciated by the group and provided meaningful clarity on a complex topic.
The group also explored future-facing innovation with a demo of a new AI model led by AJ Merrill (Aliant LLP, United States). The tool, designed to support client intake and better assess client needs, was first reviewed by a smaller group and later presented to the full PAG. It was well received, with strong potential for broader use across Aliant.
The Corporate PAG has now transitioned to a bi monthly meeting cadence, supporting more focused and effective discussions among its approximately 20 active members.
How Members Benefit
The group is focused on turning strong relationships into active collaboration. Members are exploring a multijurisdictional initiative designed to highlight corporate capabilities across several offices, while ongoing discussions continue to surface referral and co counsel opportunities.
Interested in joining a Practice Area Group or have questions about participation? Please reach out directly to the PAG Chair.
Contact:
Gernot Stenger
gstenger@stenger.legal
Labour and Employment Practice Group
Launching a Unified Global Employment Services Guide
Achievement Spotlight
The Labor and Employment PAG achieved a major milestone in Q1 with the completion and launch of its comprehensive Services Guide.
This collaborative effort highlights the collective expertise of the network across 13 countries. The guide now serves as a unified marketing asset, strengthening the group’s positioning and supporting business development efforts moving into Q2.
The group continues to meet monthly, maintaining strong engagement and collaboration.
How Members Benefit
Members gain current insight into employment laws across jurisdictions and direct access to trusted colleagues for crossborder matters. The Collaborative Services Document will support both client facing conversations and internal referrals. A structured agenda for early 2026 is already in place to support consistent engagement.
Interested in joining a Practice Area Group or have questions about participation? Please reach out directly to the PAG Chair.
Contact:
Elisa Noto
enoto@aliantlaw.com
Litigation Practice Group
Scaling Crossborder Litigation Through Legal Tech
Achievement Spotlight
Maintaining its monthly meeting cadence, the Litigation PAG focused on scalable legal tech and network wide lead generation.
A key initiative is the development of an automated crossborder landing page inspired by the US tariffs campaign. The platform is designed to streamline client intake, pre screen prospects, automate multilingual follow ups, and route qualified leads to the appropriate Aliant offices.
In parallel, the group has begun exploring a network wide volume licensing strategy for litigation focused AI tools, aiming to enhance efficiency and consistency across the network.
How Members Benefit
The group offers a reliable forum for collaboration on international disputes. Members benefit from direct connections with colleagues who understand local court systems and litigation practices, helping referrals move more smoothly and improving client outcomes.
Interested in joining a Practice Area Group or have questions about participation? Please reach out directly to the PAG Chair.
Contact:
Friedrich Helml
f.helml@aliantlaw.at
Private Client Services Practice Group
Building the Foundation for a Stronger Global Private Client Presence
Achievement Spotlight
The Private Clients PAG, now operating on a bi monthly schedule, focused on strengthening its external digital presence during Q1.
The group collaborated on developing the core content and structure for its dedicated practice area pages. By combining regional expertise, members are ensuring that Aliant’s private client and wealth management capabilities are clearly positioned for the upcoming global website PAG pages launch.
This foundational work will support stronger visibility and client engagement in the months ahead.
How Members Benefit
The group provides a trusted setting to discuss active client matters that span multiple countries. As relationships continue to strengthen, the PAG is increasingly supporting referrals in asset protection, succession planning, and international tax strategy.
Interested in joining a Practice Area Group or have questions about participation? Please reach out directly to the PAG Chair.
Contact:
Jacob Stein
jstein@aliantlaw.com
Real Estate Practice Group
Driving Global Visibility Through Structured Digital Strategy
Achievement Spotlight
Now meeting on a bi monthly basis, the Real Estate PAG focused on enhancing digital visibility and marketing effectiveness in Q1.
The group completed two targeted training sessions on LinkedIn strategy and the use of AI tools to streamline content creation. This effort culminated in the launch of a structured network wide content calendar in March.
Each participating firm is now equipped with defined topics, a consistent writing framework, and a publication schedule to support ongoing global engagement.
How Members Benefit
Participation equips members with practical insight into global property activity, strengthening the ability to support clients pursuing international investments or multijurisdictional developments. The group is working toward producing shared materials that map real estate regulations and investment considerations across member jurisdictions, supporting both collaboration and targeted referrals.
Interested in joining a Practice Area Group or have questions about participation? Please reach out directly to the PAG Chair.
Contact:
Claudia Bortolani
cbortolani@aliantlaw.com