General Business Law - Macau SAR
What the team is known for
The established general business law, notary and litigation practice at FCLaw Lawyers & Private Notaries is active across a comprehensive range of issues and maintains a close focus on the construction sector and on financial regulatory and taxation questions. It offers a significant contentious capability, covering both commercial and criminal cases and incorporating a noteworthy readiness to act on both domestic and international arbitrations. Its clientele includes private entities and public bodies.
Strengths
"FCLaw offers a wide of legal practices, and the partners and associates have very solid legal knowledge."
"The firm always demonstrated a very precise understanding of the different stakes, and it is my belief that there is no complexity level that the firm cannot handle."
Work highlights
FCLaw Lawyers & Private Notaries counselled Sanum Investments in a dispute brought before the Singapore International Arbitration Centre, leading to an award of over USD200 million in damages.
Notable practitioners
Jorge Menezes is a notable lawyer in the Macau legal sphere, with significant experience representing clients in a range of commercial arbitration and litigation matters. He has particular expertise undertaking gaming law-related disputes. "Jorge exhibits a deep understanding of the law and is able to formulate and execute effective legal strategies." "He is knowledgeable, engaged and an important contact to have in Macau."
Rodrigo Mendia de Castro is the founding partner of the firm and has a broad offering in the market, advising on corporate transactions and restructurings as well as litigation. He is regularly approached by clients for advice on tax and finance issues. "Castro is very responsive and is able to provide quick and practical advice." "Rodrigo is professional, responsive and sensitive to client needs."