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MdME

Gaming & Gambling

Asia-Pacific Guide 2026 : Asia-Pacific Region


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What the Team is Known For

MdME, headquartered in Macau SAR, China, field an experienced gaming and gambling team that frequently guides clients in transactional and regulatory matters. It has deep sector experience that includes expertise in regulatory approval, licensing and dispute resolution. Alongside its Macau headquarters, the firm has additional resources available through its offices in Hong Kong and Lisbon, supporting work for European clients investing into the Asia-Pacific region.

Strengths

MdME are young, dynamic and proactive. They keep abreast of the industry and they're very quick to respond.

MdME are generally a top-notch firm, not just in gambling but also other areas. Very well organised, I would give them top marks.

I think they are titans in the gambling law industry. I've known them for a very long time; they are very well-respected, authoritative figures.

Notable practitioners
Rui Pinto Proença

Rui Pinto Proenca heads the MdME gaming practice in Macau and is widely regarded as a leading figure on both the local and regional gaming and gambling scenes. He is highly respected for his in-depth knowledge of terrestrial casinos and the regulatory frameworks governing their operations. He and his firm are also active advising and representing clients and governments in emerging gaming jurisdictions across the wider Asia-Pacific region.


Carlos Coelho

Carlos Coelho of MdME in Macau is an adept gaming and gambling law adviser who is equipped to assist clients with market entry and the introduction of novel products, as well as handling a range of regulatory and compliance enquiries.

He is a very talented lawyer.

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