Riquito Advogados, with offices in Macau SAR and Portugal, offers a wide range of legal services across Europe and Asia. The firm's expertise spans corporate and contract law, M&A, real estate, intellectual property, foreign investment, litigation, aviation, and labour law. Leveraging its Macau headquarters, Riquito Advogados handles cross-border matters for both international investors in Macau and local businesses expanding abroad. The firm serves a diverse clientele, including listed companies, gaming operators, financial institutions, and public concessionaires. Known for managing complex transactions and disputes, Riquito Advogados has recently enhanced its IP and gaming practices to align with Macau's evolving market. The firm has also strengthened its labour and taxation capabilities to meet growing client needs, while continuing to handle significant IP litigation for gaming companies in Macau courts. In terms of team growth, the firm welcomed Hália Cerqueira as an associate in December 2022, bolstering its financial, corporate, M&A, litigation, banking and finance, and labour practices. The firm further expanded its expertise with the addition of Well Lai as an in-house consultant in October 2023.
Client feedback
"Riquito Advogados is simply a formidable legal adviser. We consider Riquito an extension of our company, and Bruno Almeida is our head of counsel for the group. They are both brilliant professionals and sensitive human beings – very intelligent, energetic, with untarnished character." – Corporate and M&A
"They possess knowledge of law and regulations in both Macau and Portugal, as well as a deep understanding of our business." – Corporate and M&A
"Riquito Advogados exemplifies excellence in legal representation with their unparalleled expertise, unwavering dedication, and strategic acumen. Their proactive approach, attention to detail, and commitment to client success set them apart as industry leaders." – Dispute resolution
Bruno Almeida
"Bruno Almeida is the most brilliant corporate lawyer I have ever known. Bruno has knowledge far beyond his years; he is recognised by his peers as being a formidable counsel and serves on the most distinguished corporate boards in Macau. Bruno is considered an extension of our company and serves as our head of counsel."
João Nuno Riquito
"Knowledge of law, as well as deep understanding of our business."
"Outstanding knowledge, skills, and performance."
Work highlights
Advised a multi-business holdings company on the reversion of casino assets to the Macau government, following the expiration of previous land-based casino concessions. The ongoing $450 million project involves negotiating agreements for transferring real estate assets and advising on all legal aspects of the asset reversion process. The matter is complex due to its classification as a major connected transaction under Hong Kong Exchange Rules, its involvement in the regulated gaming industry, and strict time constraints.
