Regulatory & Licensing Services in Macau
“Luxury brands embody a desirable and aspirational lifestyle that
resonates with consumers in Macau SAR“
Financial Services & FinTech in Macau
Retail, Fashion and Luxury
Macau stands not only as the World’s leading Gaming jurisdiction but also one of the Top Retail, Fashion and Luxury Markets in the World. We have established and positioned ourselves as a trusted legal partner for luxury brands seeking support in Macau.
As active members of the Luxury Law Alliance, we stay up-to-date with industry events on a global scale. Through our partnerships with key organizations in the fashion and luxury sector, we continuously expand our knowledge and stay at the forefront of emerging trends and developments.
Our Comprehensive Luxury Law Services Cover:
Advertising:
- Compliance with applicable laws and best practices;
- Substantiation of product and service claims;
- Regulatory compliance for promotions;
- Contracts for social, digital, new media, and influencer collaborations;
- Celebrity endorsement agreements;
- Gift Cards & Loyalty Programs: Addressing expiration, termination, and escheatment issues.
Company Incorporation or Restructuring:
- Tailored solutions for corporate structure optimization.
Commercial Agreements:
- Handling commercial disputes;
- Drafting and negotiating complex B2B or B2C contracts;
- Addressing regulatory issues affecting contractual arrangements.
Compliance and Consumer Protection:
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- Establishing policies safeguarding consumer rights and privacy;
- Handling disputes related to consumer rights violations;
- Ensuring compliance with product labeling regulations;
- Advising on advertising practices aligning with consumer protection laws;
- Drafting warranty and guarantee terms compliant with consumer protection laws;
- Crafting consumer-friendly contracts and terms of service;
- Effective procedures for handling consumer complaints;
- Dispute resolution through mediation, arbitration, or litigation;
- Strategies for product recalls in compliance with regulatory requirements;
- Communication and coordination with regulatory authorities during recalls;
- Advising on accessibility requirements;
- Employee training programs on consumer protection laws;
- Representation in government investigations related to consumer protection.
Web3 and Artificial Intelligence:
- Advising on NFT and digital token matters;
- Metaverse matters, including contract negotiations with platforms and artists, influencer disclosure issues, advertising placement, and children’s advertising matters;
- AI matters, providing advice on Generative AI platforms, music-related issues, deep fakes/talent/union matters, intellectual property risks, transactional matters, and privacy implications.
Licensing and Distribution:
- Drafting and negotiating licensing agreements;
- Crafting tailored distribution agreements;
- Strategies for protecting intellectual property rights;
- Resolution of disputes related to infringement or unauthorized use;
- Compliance with local regulations governing licensing and distribution;
- Provisions for termination and renewal in licensing and distribution agreements;
- Due diligence on potential licensors or distributors;
- Identifying and mitigating legal issues impacting the success of the arrangement.
Intellectual Property Rights:
- Protection and enforcement of copyrights, trademarks, service marks, trade names, and trade dress;
- IP and technology licensing transactions;
- Rights of privacy and publicity;
- Addressing grey market and parallel import issues.
Data Protection & Cyber:
- Privacy policies and compliance;
- Data optimization and behavior-based advertising;
- Cybersecurity, data breach notification, incident response programs, and international data protection;
- Data processing and transfers;
- ePrivacy (cookies) ;
- Marketing & Data;
- Data Governance;
- Data Subject Rights.
E-commerce:
- Advising on legal requirements for e-commerce platforms;
- Ensuring compliance with online consumer protection regulations.
Labour & Employment & Immigration:
- Executive Employment & Separation Agreements;
- Wage-and-Hour compliance.
Life Sciences
Life Sciences & Pharmaceuticals in Macau and Portuguese Speaking Countries
Empowering Scientific Innovators and Guiding Through Corporate, IP, and Litigation Challenges
We specialize in supporting biopharma, medical device, diagnostic, and healthcare companies at pivotal moments in their journey. From groundbreaking biotechnology startups pushing the boundaries of gene and cell therapies to global medical device and pharmaceutical giants exploring strategic acquisitions, we offer comprehensive assistance.
Our team, armed with profound industry and scientific knowledge, plays a vital role as outsourced general counsel for hundreds of companies and institutions. With decades of experience in scaling companies from inception, we understand how life sciences entities are formed, financed, and taken public or acquired.
Our Services:
Licensing, Regulatory, Healthcare, and Consumer Products
Providing regulatory strategies for products and services, representing clients before authorities in Macau, Portugal, European Union, and Brazil in their supply chain compliance, product safety and quality,
Corporate
Addressing broad corporate needs, from incorporating in new markets, raising private and public capital to advising on intricate M&A structures.
Life Sciences Commercial and Technology Transactions :
Representing clients in complex commercial and technology transactions, including foundational intellectual property licenses. Navigating regulatory issues for companies developing new drugs, biologics, devices, and supplements. Advising on informed consent, clinical trials, approval strategies, market exclusivity, and more.
Funding:
we assist in the application for funding in Macau, European Union and US.
Intellectual Property:
We assist growing life sciences companies, unlock the hidden value of their intellectual property through strategic planning, maintenance, and enforcement.
“Customer service is the new marketing.“
Derek Sivers, Founder of CD Baby
Luxury law
Financial Services
With a distinctive cross-disciplinary approach and a commitment to client service, we assist financial institutions, encompassing retail and investment banks, insurers and funds. Our comprehensive services cover guidance and support in various areas, including regulation, digital assets, data protection, consumer finance, as well as litigation.
Our approach is meticulously crafted to deliver optimal client service while mitigating the risk of potential blind spots inherent in more traditionally siloed practices.
Regulatory Services:
We provide guidance on a wide array of crucial regulatory matters, offering advice on bonds, private funds, and consumer protection to ensure compliance and strategic decision-making.
Cybersecurity Services:
In the realm of cybersecurity and data protection compliance, we offer counsel to navigate the landscape. This includes assisting clients in investigating and responding to data breaches, negotiating and crafting data privacy agreements and policies, and formulating comprehensive data protection programs.
Lending and Financing Transactions Services:
The BN Lawyers assists in negotiating, drafting, and finalizing diverse lending and financing transactions. This spans asset-based and unsecured commercial loans, acquisition financings, securitized asset financings, construction loans, tax-exempt financings, and commercial real estate and project financings.
At BN Lawyers, our mission is to provide exceptional legal services with a personable and client-focused approach. Recognizing the unique challenges faced by financial institutions, we are dedicated to supporting your success. Contact us today to explore how our team can assist your business in achieving its goals.