Fernando Faria de Bastos is a founding partner of FBL Advogados and a highly respected legal practitioner in Angola, with a strong focus on civil and criminal litigation, industrial property law, and foreign investment. With extensive experience representing leading multinational companies, Fernando is widely recognised for his expertise in complex legal disputes involving trademark infringement, counterfeiting, and imitation.

His criminal litigation practice spans high-stakes criminal and misdemeanour matters, where he provides tailored legal strategies and representation. As one of Angola’s few experts in Industrial Property Law, Fernando plays a pivotal role in protecting clients' intellectual property rights across diverse industries. He also serves as Manager and Senior Technical Officer at PRI - Propriedade Industrial, Lda., a company dedicated to registering industrial property rights with the Angolan Industrial Property Institute.

Fernando also advises major economic and private investment groups on foreign investment in Angola, with a particular emphasis on real estate development and regulatory compliance. His dual expertise in litigation and investment advisory positions him as a trusted legal advisor for both local and international clients.

With a reputation for precision, strategic insight, and deep sector knowledge, Fernando is a leading figure in Angola’s legal landscape.