With a global presence spanning Macau, Zhuhai, Shenzhen and Portugal, Rato Ling Lei & Cortés is renowned for its specialisation in banking and finance, capital markets, corporate and M&A, and dispute resolution. The firm consistently delivers exceptional legal services tailored to the unique needs of its clients. Its industry strengths lie in the gaming, IT and real estate sectors, where the firm has established a strong track record. Recently, the firm enhanced its team by welcoming Beatriz Segorbe as a senior counsel, further enriching its expertise.
Client feedback
“They work extensively with us, including communications and negotiations as well as preparation of all transaction documents, from signing to closing, including placing agreement, trust deed, information memorandum, paying agency agreement, global certificate vis-a-vis Macau law and issuing the legal opinion.” – Banking and finance
Calvin Tinlop Chui
“He has a very in-depth knowledge of law and is very well respected in the Macau financial sector. He brings excellent work ethics, effective solutions, and we can always count on him when decisive moments come.”
Work highlights
Acted for Boardware Information System on its listing on the main board of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange. This unique deal entails the listing of a Macau-based company on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, drawing intense scrutiny from Hong Kong regulators.
Acted for Wynn Macau on its issuance of $600 million 4.5% convertible bonds due 2029.
Acted for Agricultural Bank of China Macao Branch in their issuance of 1.15% notes due 2023 under a medium term note programme. This is the first transaction with green bonds in Macau to be priced based on the Macau Interbank Offered Rate (Maibor). It explores new ideas for the pricing mechanism of the Macau bond market and effectively promotes the development of the Macau bond market.
Key clients
Messerschmitt, Micro Connect, MUFG Bank.
