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Plain-language guides and case briefs on Philippine law — researched from the firm's law library of 184,000+ statutes, Supreme Court decisions, and agency issuances, and written so non-lawyers can understand and act on them.
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Managing Multiple Corporations in the Philippines: A Governance Guide
Managing multiple corporations in the Philippines means keeping each entity's records, board, and officers compliant under the Revised Corporation Code.
Open Source License Compliance for Philippine Technology Companies
Open source license compliance in the Philippines: how the IP Code treats software, what technology transfer rules apply, and how to stay compliant.
Customs Clearance for Imports from China to the Philippines: A Step-by-Step Guide
Learn how customs clearance for imports from China to the Philippines works under the CMTA — who may file, what documents are needed, and how to release goods.
Internet Gaming Licence Philippines: A Guide for Foreign Applicants
How a foreign corporation can obtain an internet gaming licence in the Philippines, including PAGCOR eligibility rules, documentary requirements and the local gaming agent.
Vessel Transfer of Ownership in the Philippines: A Step-by-Step Guide
Transferring vessel ownership in the Philippines requires MARINA approval and updated registration. Here is the step-by-step process for domestic ship transfers.
Alternative Modes of Procurement in the Philippines: When Government May Use Them
Alternative modes of procurement in the Philippines let agencies skip open bidding only under specific conditions set by the New Government Procurement Act.
Board Meeting Requirements in the Philippines: Quorum, Notice, and Minutes
Learn the legal requirements for board of directors meetings in the Philippines, including quorum, notice, and minutes under the Revised Corporation Code.
Ease of Paying Taxes Act Philippines: What Changed for Taxpayers
The Ease of Paying Taxes Act (RA 11976) changed invoicing, registration, and filing rules for Philippine taxpayers. Here is what changed and what it means for you.
Election Offenses and Penalties in the Philippines: What the Law Says
Election offenses and penalties in the Philippines cover vote buying, election fraud, and campaign finance violations. Learn the rules and risks here.
Product Warranty Rights in the Philippines: Consumer Act Guarantees
Know your product warranty rights in the Philippines under the Consumer Act — what sellers must do when goods are defective, and how to claim remedies.
Air Quality Permit Philippines: How Industrial Firms Secure DENR Permits
Need an air quality permit in the Philippines? Learn how the Clean Air Act lets DENR issue permits for stationary sources and what industrial firms must do.
Estate Tax Amnesty Philippines: Coverage, 6% Rate, and How to Avail
The estate tax amnesty in the Philippines covers decedents who died on or before December 31, 2017. Learn the 6% rate, deadlines, and how to file.
Environmental Compliance Certificate in the Philippines: When It Is Required
Find out when an Environmental Compliance Certificate (ECC) is required in the Philippines, what it certifies, and how projects secure one under the EIS System.
Cross-Border Data Transfer Mechanisms in the Philippines: How the Data Privacy Act Applies
Understand cross-border data transfer mechanisms in the Philippines under the Data Privacy Act, the NPC IRR, and the rules on accountability for transfers.
Government Bidding Process in the Philippines: A Step-by-Step Guide
Learn the government bidding process in the Philippines under the New Government Procurement Act, from procurement planning to contract award.
Restaurant Permit Requirements Philippines: A Step-by-Step Licensing Guide
Restaurant permit requirements in the Philippines start with the LGU business permit, then FDA and fire clearances. Here is the step-by-step licensing path.
DTI Franchise Registration in the Philippines: What the Law Actually Requires
DTI franchise registration in the Philippines is a common search — but business name registration is not franchise registration. Here is what the law actually requires.
DTI and BIR Registration for an Online Seller in the Philippines
How online sellers in the Philippines register with the DTI and the BIR, including deadlines, certificates, invoicing, and posting rules under RR No. 7-2024.
Seller Obligations Under the Internet Transactions Act of 2023
Learn the seller obligations under the Internet Transactions Act of 2023, from price disclosure to delivery, invoices, and redress mechanisms in the Philippines.
Halal Certification Philippines Export Requirements Under R.A. 10817
Halal certification for Philippine exports is governed by R.A. 10817. Learn the three mandatory requirements, the Halal Board, and the Philippine Halal Logo.
Enforcing a Foreign Arbitral Award in the Philippines: How It Works
Enforcing a foreign arbitral award in the Philippines means filing a petition with the Regional Trial Court under the New York Convention and RA 9285.
Labor-Only Contracting in the Philippines: Rules, Risks, and Compliance
Labor-only contracting in the Philippines is prohibited. Learn how the Labor Code treats it, the risks employers face, and how to structure compliant arrangements.
Legal Intake and Triage in the Philippines: How In-House Legal Teams Route Requests
Legal intake triage in the Philippines helps in-house legal teams screen, prioritize, and route requests. Learn how to build a triage system that works.
China–Philippines Tax Treaty Benefits: How Nonresidents Claim Relief
Understand China–Philippines tax treaty benefits and how to file a Tax Treaty Relief Application with the BIR's International Tax Affairs Division before the transaction.