Eva Kostic
Bio
A senior corporate and trusts professional specialising in international corporate governance, cross‑border structuring, regulatory compliance, and the administration of complex multi‑jurisdictional entities. Eva has extensive experience assisting high‑net‑worth individuals, family offices, legal advisors, corporate service providers, and financial institutions on corporate and trust matters spanning multiple jurisdictions.
Experience
With expertise in Maltese corporate law, trust administration, and compliance frameworks, she has managed sophisticated structures involving holding companies, trading entities, special‑purpose vehicles, and discretionary trusts. Her work frequently includes coordinating the execution of tax and legal advice with international partners, overseeing incorporations and restructurings, and ensuring adherence to AML, FATCA/CRS, and MFSA/MBR regulatory requirements.
Her experience includes active involvement in:
- Managing incorporations, share transfers, liquidations, and corporate restructurings across diverse sectors;
- Leading compliance-heavy processes, including risk assessments and regulatory submissions to the Malta Business Registry and Malta Financial Services Authority;
- Coordinating with external accountants, tax advisors, and legal counsel to support tax refund applications, DAC6 assessments, and international planning;
- Administering trusts and foundations, including trustee changes, deed updates, asset transfers, and regulatory notifications;
- Ensuring timely corporate maintenance through annual returns, BO filings, directorship changes, and statutory reporting obligations;
- Guiding clients through regulatory expectations, corporate best practices, and jurisdictional requirements.
Recognised for her strong communication skills and client-focused approach, Eva prioritises clarity, responsiveness, and precision in all interactions. She is particularly valued for her ability to navigate complex regulatory environments, manage sensitive client scenarios diplomatically, and maintain high standards of accuracy and compliance. Eva is committed to continuous learning, consistently expanding her expertise in international structures, corporate governance, and regulatory frameworks.
Professional Affiliations & Bar Admissions
Academic Record
In addition to her professional experience, Eva is fluent in five languages, English, Italian, German, Croatian, and Slovenian, an asset that enhances her ability to support international clients across diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds. She also holds an MBA in Hospitality Management, a BA.UN in Linguistic Mediation, and a BA (Hons) in Psychology, reflecting a strong academic foundation spanning business, communication, and behavioural sciences.
