Business Details
30 Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Macau
C & C Line is a leading law firm in Macau, established in 1996, dedicated to setting legal industry standards through high-quality, client-focused legal services. Our multicultural and multidisciplinary team combines over 35 years of local expertise with global awareness, serving individuals and corporations across litigation, corporate law, gaming law, and intellectual property. We prioritize excellence, creativity, and strategic flexibility, maintaining partnerships with international law firms to facilitate cross-border transactions. Our commitment to innovation, ethical practices, and community engagement has solidified our reputation as one of Macau's most respected legal institutions. 
Services
Litigation & Dispute Resolution
Corporate Law
Gaming Law
Insurance Law
Notary & Conveyance
Criminal Law
Banking & Finance
Intellectual Property
Employment & Immigration
Real Estate Law
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We offer over 25 years of legal expertise in Macau's unique legal landscape.
- Our multicultural team provides services in 7 languages, bridging Eastern and Western legal needs.
- We maintain strategic partnerships with leading law firms in China, Portugal, and beyond.
- Our practice areas cover all major legal sectors, from gaming law to corporate restructuring.
- We combine traditional values with innovative approaches to legal problem-solving.
Associations and certifications
- China-Appointed Attesting Officer
What people say
IP Expert recognition
Strategic partnerships
Multilingual team
Tier 1 firm
35+ years experience
Services
Litigation & Dispute Resolution
C & C Line' litigation practice handles complex disputes across banking, real estate, employment, and intellectual property. Our team provides strategic pre-litigation advice and represents clients in civil and criminal courts. With extensive experience in arbitration and mediation, we focus on minimizing legal risks while achieving favorable outcomes through both traditional litigation and alternative dispute resolution methods.
Corporate Law
We advise on corporate governance, mergers and acquisitions, and regulatory compliance for local and international businesses. Our services include contract drafting, joint venture formation, and cross-border transaction support. The team specializes in navigating Macau's unique legal environment to help businesses establish and grow operations while maintaining compliance with local regulations and international standards.
Gaming Law
As pioneers in Macau's gaming sector, we provide comprehensive legal support for casino operations, regulatory compliance, and anti-money laundering frameworks. Our expertise covers licensing requirements, gaming technology agreements, and dispute resolution for gaming concessionaires. We assist operators with infrastructure financing and employment matters specific to the gaming industry's complex regulatory landscape.
Notary & Conveyance
Our notary department handles property transactions, document authentication, and power of attorney certifications. With China-Appointed Attesting Officer qualifications, we provide specialized notarization services for documents used in mainland China. The team manages real estate registrations, mortgage filings, and cross-border document validation, ensuring compliance with Macau's civil law requirements.
Insurance Law
We advise on insurance regulatory compliance, policy drafting, and claims dispute resolution. Our services include licensing applications for insurance companies, contract negotiation, and tax planning for insurance products. The team represents clients in regulatory matters before Macau's Monetary Authority and handles complex insurance litigation involving coverage disputes and claims settlements.
People
Rui Jos da Cunha
Founding Partner | Private Notary
With over 35 years of legal experience in Macau, Portugal, Angola, and Timor-Leste, Rui Cunha established C & C Line in 1996. A respected figure in Macau's legal community, he combines traditional legal values with innovative approaches to client service.
lvaro dos Santos Rodrigues
Senior Partner | Private Notary
Leading the litigation team since the firm's founding, lvaro Rodrigues has handled many of Macau's landmark legal cases. His expertise spans commercial disputes, bankruptcy proceedings, and white-collar crime defense, earning recognition as a top litigator in the region.
Zhao Lu
Senior Partner | Private Notary
Recognized as an IP Expert by Asia IP, Zhao Lu heads the notary department and serves as China-Appointed Attesting Officer. With extensive experience in intellectual property law and cross-border document certification, he plays a crucial role in facilitating Sino-Macau legal transactions.
Nuno Sardinha da Mata
Senior Partner | Private Notary
A key figure in corporate law and regulatory matters, Nuno Sardinha da Mata brings deep expertise in banking, finance, and compliance. His career spans decades of legal practice in Macau's evolving financial sector, advising major institutions on regulatory frameworks.
Antnio Iso de Azeredo
Senior Associate Lawyer
Specializing in tax law and corporate restructuring, Antnio Iso de Azeredo provides strategic advice on cross-border transactions. His work focuses on optimizing tax compliance while navigating Macau's unique fiscal environment for international businesses.
Questions
What areas of law does C&C Lawyers specialize in?
We specialize in litigation, corporate law, gaming law, insurance law, notary services, and intellectual property, with expertise in both local and international legal matters.
Does C&C Lawyers handle international cases?
Yes, through strategic partnerships with law firms in China, Portugal, and other jurisdictions, we facilitate cross-border transactions and legal solutions.
What makes C&C Lawyers unique in Macau?
Our combination of local legal expertise since 1996, multilingual capabilities (7 languages), and global partnerships distinguishes us as a market leader.
Are your legal services available in multiple languages?
Yes, our team provides services in Portuguese, English, Cantonese, Mandarin, Spanish, French, and Italian.
How experienced is your litigation team?
Our litigation team has handled some of Macau's most significant cases since 1996, with expertise in civil, criminal, and commercial disputes.
Do you offer notary and conveyance services?
Yes, our dedicated notary department provides full conveyancing services and document certification, including China-Appointed Attesting Officer qualifications.
