ExpertiseBernardete Fan
Founding Partner | Macau
Bio
Bernardete Fan is one of CFB’s Founding Partners. Her practice is primarily focused on Criminal Law, Employment and Immigration, Corporate/M&A, as well as Real Estate and Construction. She has an extensive and successful experience in both civil and criminal litigation.
Bernardete has a keen interest in arbitration and mediation and is an accredited arbitrator and mediator.
Prior to founding CFB, Bernardete worked at one of the most prestigious law firms in Macau, where she gained extensive experience in all areas of law, dealing with local, international, and Mainland China-based clients.
Bernardete has advised clients in several industries, including major international and local retail chains, hospitality and gaming operators, as well as banking and insurance institutions. Her background and experience enable her to provide practical and effective advice tailored to her clients’ operational needs.
Professional Experience
2007 – 2021, Bernardete commenced her traineeship working alongside one of the top criminal defense lawyers in Macau. Once completed, she joined one of the most reputable local law firms where she acquired extensive experience in dealing with local, international and Mainland China clients in several industries.
Education
2020, Arbitration Course, at the World Trade Center (“WTC”) Macau Arbitration Center
2019, Mediation Assistance Instructor Training Course at the WTC Macau Arbitration Center
2018, Mediation Training Course at the WTC Macau Arbitration Center
2007, Law Degree, University of Macau, Faculty of Law
Expertise
Criminal Law, Employment and Immigration, Corporate / M&A, Real Estate and Construction, Arbitration and Mediation.
Memberships
Registered Lawyer with the Macau Lawyers’ Association
Registered Mediator at the WTC Macau Arbitration Center
Arbitrator of the Zhuhai Court of International Arbitration (ZCIA)
Languages
Cantonese | Mandarin | English