LEKTOU Advogados e Notários, also known as Rato, Ling, Lei & Cortés - Advogados, is a distinguished law firm headquartered in Macau SAR, with additional offices in Hengqin and Shenzhen, China, as well as Lisbon and Porto, Portugal. Established in 1985, the firm has built a solid reputation for delivering comprehensive legal services across multiple jurisdictions. Its team of professionals is proficient in Chinese (Mandarin and Cantonese), English, Portuguese, French, Spanish, and Italian, enabling effective communication with a diverse clientele.

The firm's expertise spans various practice areas, including banking and finance, capital markets, corporate and M&A, dispute resolution, regulatory compliance, labor and employment, investment funds, restructuring and insolvency, and private equity. LEKTOU has a strong presence in sectors such as aviation and shipping, banking and financial services, consumer goods and services, infrastructure, media and entertainment, real estate, technology, and telecommunications. Notably, the firm has been recognized for its work in the gaming industry, advising clients on regulatory issues, licensing, and compliance matters.

LEKTOU's commitment to excellence is reflected in its consistent recognition by esteemed legal directories. The firm has been ranked in the Chambers Greater China Region Guide for 15 consecutive years, underscoring its dedication to providing exceptional legal services. Additionally, LEKTOU's strategic partnerships, such as the collaboration with Zhong Yin Law Firm and Fongs Law Firm to establish the ZLF Law Office, demonstrate its proactive approach to serving clients in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area. This joint venture, comprising approximately 2,000 lawyers across more than 30 cities in China, positions LEKTOU as a key player in facilitating cross-border legal solutions.

About LEKTOU Advogados e Notários

Founded in 1985


Practice areas
Banking & Finance
Corporate & Commercial
Criminal Defense
Employment & Labor
Insurance

Languages spoken
English

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Practice areas

Banking & Finance

LEKTOU Advogados e Notários offers comprehensive legal services in banking and finance, assisting clients with financial transaction structuring, due diligence, and licensing procedures. The firm provides regular counsel to banking, finance, and insurance entities, both locally and internationally, ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks. With extensive experience in the Macau market, LEKTOU advises on the offering and distribution of financial products and assists in the issuance of securities, facilitating smooth navigation through complex regulatory processes.
Investment
Securities
Financial Services Regulation
Tax Increment Financing
Project Finance
Structured Finance
Acquisition / Leveraged Finance
Debt Capital Markets
Equity Capital Markets
Sustainable Finance
Public-Private Partnerships (PPP)
Funds & Asset Management

Corporate & Commercial

LEKTOU Advogados e Notários offers comprehensive legal services in corporate and commercial law, assisting clients with company formation, corporate governance, mergers and acquisitions, and regulatory compliance. The firm's expertise extends to advising on complex transactions and ensuring adherence to local and international legal standards. With a strong presence in Macau, Hengqin, Shenzhen, Lisbon, and Porto, LEKTOU is well-positioned to support businesses operating across these jurisdictions.
Administrative
Admiralty & Maritime
Agriculture
Antitrust
Aviation
Business Registration
Contract
Due Diligence
Franchising
Gaming
Government Contract
Licensing
Merger & Acquisition
Transportation
Venture Capital
Cannabis Law
Nonprofit & Charitable Organizations
International Trade Law
Government Relations & Lobbying
Private Equity
Corporate Governance
Sanctions & Export Controls

Criminal Defense

LEKTOU Advogados e Notários offers comprehensive criminal defense services, leveraging over 40 years of legal practice in Macau. Their team of seasoned professionals provides strategic counsel and robust representation to clients facing criminal charges, ensuring the protection of their rights throughout the legal process. With a deep understanding of Macau's legal system, LEKTOU is equipped to handle a wide range of criminal cases, delivering effective solutions tailored to each client's unique situation.
Arrests & Searches
Bail Bond Service
Criminal Litigation
Drug Crime
Drunk Driving
DUI & DWI
Juvenile Law
Sex Crime
Speeding & Traffic Ticket
White Collar Crime

Employment & Labor

LEKTOU Advogados e Notários offers comprehensive legal services in employment and labor law, assisting clients with matters such as employment contracts, workplace policies, compliance with labor regulations, and dispute resolution. The firm's team includes professionals like Helena Nazaré Valente, a partner qualified to practice in both Macau and Portugal, and Pedro Mesquita Freitas, an associate with experience in labor and immigration law. Their expertise enables them to provide tailored solutions to meet the diverse needs of their clients.
Employment Rights
Hiring & Firing
Job Discrimination
Labor Law
Pension
Retirement
Sexual Harassment
Social Security
Wage & Hour
Wrongful Termination
Whistleblower & Qui Tam
Employment Benefits & Executive Compensation

Insurance

LEKTOU Advogados e Notários offers comprehensive legal services in the insurance sector, assisting clients with regulatory compliance, licensing procedures, and the structuring of financial transactions. The firm provides regular counsel to both local and international insurance entities, ensuring adherence to Macau's legal framework. With extensive experience in the Macau market, LEKTOU advises on the offering and distribution of financial products and assists in the issuance of securities, facilitating smooth navigation through regulatory processes.
Bad Faith Insurance
Health insurance
Insurance Defense
Insurance Fraud
Life Insurance
Marine Insurance
Property Insurance
Reinsurance

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