Our Pedro Cortés has authored the Macau chapter for the prestigious International Comparative Legal Guides (ICLG) – Gambling 2026. This comprehensive chapter provides essential analysis on Macau’s intricate gaming legal framework, covering the roles of key regulators like the DICJ, the administrative concession system for casinos, and important updates, including the 2022 concession re-tendering and
In a recent contribution to Jornal Tribuna de Macau, our Frederico Rato reflected on the judicial year under Chief Executive Sam Hou Fai, describing tenure as one defined by “𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻,” highlighting his use of “𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹” 𝗺𝗲𝗮𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗲𝘀 to maintain stability during a period of leadership transition. For the full analysis in Portuguese, read the article here
We are proud to announce that our Managing Partner, Pedro Cortés, has been ranked in the Chambers and Partners 𝗔𝘀𝗶𝗮-𝗣𝗮𝗰𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲 for 𝗚𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗚𝗮𝗺𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴, reflecting his expertise and dedication to the gaming sector. Congratulations, Pedro! Your hard work is inspiring and reinforces our commitment to excellence at Lektou. Check out the full rankings
Our Calvin Chui has contributed with an article on Lexology (bilingual) discussing the Four New AMCM Circulars on Fund Regulation in Macau, effective 1 January 2026. These new regulations encompass: -Private Placement Requirements -Valuation Rules for Public Funds -Standards for Money Market and Index Funds -Management Companies’ Own Fund Requirements The updates are designed to
Our Frederico Rato, Pedro Cortés and Calvin Chui — have authored the Macau SAR, China chapter for Chambers and Partners 𝗚𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲: 𝗕𝗮𝗻𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 & 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱. Their contribution provides an authoritative and practical analysis of the current legal and regulatory environment for banking and finance in Macau, offering critical guidance for financial institutions, investors, and corporations.
Our Calvin Chui and Carla Veiga, have authored the Macau Chapter in the prestigious Chambers and Partners 𝗚𝗹𝗼𝗯𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲: 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝗼𝗹𝘃𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱. Key insights from their contribution include: • 𝗡𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗴𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗠𝗮𝗰𝗮𝘂’𝘀 𝗟𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗹 𝗙𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗲𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸: The chapter details the primary laws governing insolvency—the Macau Commercial Code, Civil Code, and Civil Procedure Code—and explain the conventional differentiation between
Congratulations to our Senior Partner San Chi Chang, who has officially become a Registered Foreign Lawyer in Hong Kong. We look forward to his continued excellence in the legal field!
Our 李煥江Lei Wun Kong has been distinguished as one of the 𝐀𝐋𝐁 𝐀𝐬𝐢𝐚 𝐓𝐨𝐩 𝐆𝐁𝐀 𝐃𝐮𝐚𝐥-𝐐𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐞𝐝 𝐋𝐚𝐰𝐲𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓 by Asian Legal Business. This prestigious list highlights elite legal professionals who hold practicing qualifications in two or more jurisdictions within the Greater Bay Area (GBA) and have demonstrated exceptional expertise in navigating its complex cross-border legal landscape,
We were delighted to host a delegation from Longan Law Firm (Zhongshan) for a visit centered on legal collaboration in the Greater Bay Area. Our San Chi Chang warmly welcomed the delegation and shared insights into Lektou’s journey and expertise. We engaged in meaningful discussions on law firm management, cross-border legal services, and pathways to
Lektou was proud to be represented at the 𝗛𝗞 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝘂𝗺 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱, hosted by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council （HKTDC). Our Partner 华海伦 Helena Nazaré Valente, and Growth & Partnerships Manager for the Greater Bay Area (GBA), China, Guilherme Raposo – EMBA Campos, participated in the forum’s dynamic sessions. They engaged in strategic dialogues on