General Business Law | Greater China Region

JNV – Lawyers & Notaries is a long-established firm with a first-rate reputation for handling work in the gaming and real estate sectors. It has comprehensive coverage spanning corporate, tax, finance, litigation, arbitration and IP matters. The leading team represents one of the biggest gaming operators in Macau and receives regular mandates from various financial institutions, including leading Chinese state-owned banks. It is also sought after for its advice in the insurance area.

MdME is a fast-expanding firm with a full-service offering across litigation, M&A, capital markets, financing and gaming, among other areas. Following a recent merger between DSL and MdME, the new group of MdME has offices in Macau, Hong Kong and Lisbon, and is noted for its skills in the corporate sphere, particularly with regards to the new gaming concessions in Macau. The group has also been heavily involved in market entry, regulatory compliance, financing and business reorganisation for large businesses seeking to establish or grow a local presence. The law firm is also well known for its work on a range of commercial disputes. It represents a portfolio of large domestic and international private corporations as well as government bodies. Its stellar clientele includes Puig, Luso International Banking and the People's Government of Guangdong Province of the People's Republic of China.

Riquito Advogados possesses an excellent track record in IP litigation proceedings involving gaming companies in the Macau courts. The firm fields specialists in corporate/M&A, real estate and foreign investment, and is equally capable in dealing with dispute resolution relating to property and land concession issues. The team offers wide cross-border exposure advising international companies investing in Macau and local companies investing overseas. Its enviable client roster includes companies listed in the USA, Hong Kong and Portugal, as well as national and foreign banks.

The long-established team at Lektou handles a mix of cross-border and domestic transactions, and is also involved in notable litigation matters. It is adept at handling M&A, and due diligence procedures in relation to the sale of businesses and shares. The team is also equipped to handle capital market matters, such as bond issuances. It regularly advises international companies, particularly those in the gaming sector, on investments and other business expansions into Macau. The firm is regularly engaged by major banks such as the Bank of China, MUFG and Luso International Banking.

Manuela António – Lawyers and Notaries houses an established practice which provides high-quality services to local and foreign corporations and financial institutions operating in Macau. It is especially noted for its work in the gaming and financial services sectors and is also active in capital markets and other areas. The team frequently advises on matters in connection with term loans and securities and is well known for offering regulatory guidance on multi-jurisdictional issues. The team members at all levels are noted for their linguistic capabilities and many also offer international experience. Its key clients include HSBC, Citibank and Melco Resorts.

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.

CFB Lawyers is reputed for its notable strength in commercial law, with a focus on corporate finance. The firm is heavily involved in domestic and cross-border transactions and well regarded for its representation of some of Macau's largest gaming concessionaires in matters related to bond issuances and bank guarantees. It also shows capabilities in advising on the sale and purchase of businesses and is able to answer complex questions related to compliance with Macau laws and regulations.

Sá Carneiro Pinheiro Torres & Associados (SCPT) is a robust firm which is active across a full spectrum of transactional and advisory matters on behalf of a number of domestic and international corporations. It is regularly instructed by clients in the property and gaming industries. In addition, the team is mandated by financial institutions in matters related to and associated with the granting of loan facilities.