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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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Securitization in the Philippines: Legal Framework Under the Securitization Act of 2004
Understand the Philippine securitization legal framework under the Securitization Act of 2004, from Special Purpose Entities to SEC approval and tax incentives.
Loan Facility Agreement in the Philippines: Security and Documentation
A loan facility agreement in the Philippines sets the credit terms, while security documents such as mortgages and pledges secure repayment. Here is how it works.
Redundancy Program Philippines: Requirements and Employer Checklist
A redundancy program in the Philippines must meet Labor Code requirements on written notice, fair criteria, and separation pay. Here is the employer's checklist.
Data Center Construction Permits in the Philippines: A Clearance Roadmap
A step-by-step guide to data center construction permits in the Philippines, from the barangay clearance and building permit to the fire safety clearances.
Shareholder Disputes and Minority Rights in the Philippines: A Practical Guide
Facing a shareholder dispute in the Philippines? Learn how the Revised Corporation Code protects minority rights through voting, removal rules, and SEC remedies.
Anti-Dummy Law Philippines Compliance: What Foreign-Linked Ventures Must Know
Anti-dummy law Philippines compliance means keeping beneficial ownership and voting control in Filipino hands. Learn the rules under the Foreign Investments Act.
Discharge Permit Philippines: Clean Water Act Requirements for Facilities
Facilities that discharge regulated effluent need a discharge permit under the Philippine Clean Water Act. Learn who must apply and what the permit covers.
POEA Rules Violation Penalties in the Philippines: What DMW Rules Now Provide
What penalties apply for POEA rules violations in the Philippines? Learn how illegal recruitment and prohibited acts are punished under RA 10022 and DMW rules.
Port and Terminal Concessions in the Philippines: How MARINA Rules Apply
Port and terminal concessions in the Philippines are governed by MARINA rules on domestic shipping, cargo handling, and terminal operations under RA 9295.
Agricultural Product Standards in the Philippines: Who Sets and Enforces Them
Agricultural product standards in the Philippines are set and enforced by the DA, DOH and LGUs under the Food Safety Act of 2013 and the Consumer Act.
AML Compliance for Internet Gaming Licensees in the Philippines: A PAGCOR Guide
Learn the AML/CTPF compliance requirements PAGCOR imposes on Philippine internet gaming licensees, from AMLC registration to the MTPP and compliance officer.
Franchise Termination in the Philippines: Grounds, Notice, and Remedies
Franchise termination in the Philippines usually turns on the franchise agreement, the Intellectual Property Code, and the Revised Corporation Code. Learn the rules.
PAGCOR Gaming Supplier Accreditation in the Philippines: A Guide for Foreign Companies
How foreign companies can secure PAGCOR gaming supplier accreditation in the Philippines, from SEC registration to probity checks and documentary requirements.
Enforcing a Foreign Arbitral Award in the Philippines: RTC Rules Under RA 9285
How foreign arbitral awards are recognized and enforced in the Philippines under RA 9285 and the New York Convention, including grounds to oppose enforcement.
Franchise Supply Chain and Sourcing Requirements in the Philippines
Understand franchise supply chain and sourcing requirements in the Philippines, from product standards to consumer protections under Philippine law.
Domestic Shipping License Philippines: How to Get a MARINA Certificate of Public Convenience
Need a domestic shipping license in the Philippines? Learn how MARINA issues the Certificate of Public Convenience under RA 9295 and what operators must submit.
Illegal Recruitment in the Philippines: Penalties and How to Report It
Learn the penalties for illegal recruitment in the Philippines under RA 8042, as amended by RA 10022, including fines, imprisonment, and how to file a complaint.
Capital Gains Tax on Shares of Stock Not Traded in the Philippines
Selling unlisted shares in the Philippines? Learn how the 15% final capital gains tax on shares of stock not traded in the stock exchange applies to you.
Seafarer Disability Benefits in the Philippines: What Filipino Crew Members Should Know
A plain-language guide to seafarer disability benefits in the Philippines, covering who is a seafarer, the agencies involved, and how claims work.
Hiring Foreign Nationals in the Philippines: Work Permit Requirements
Hiring foreign nationals in the Philippines requires an employment permit from the Department of Labor, plus an AEP and visa. Here is what employers must file.
PAGCOR Application Kit Requirements in the Philippines: What Applicants Must Submit
PAGCOR application kit requirements in the Philippines: the forms, documentary requirements, and filing steps for gaming venue, poker room, and service provider applicants.
Industrial Land Acquisition in the Philippines for Foreign Companies: Rules and Structures
How foreign companies can acquire industrial land in the Philippines through PEZA ecozones, plus the ownership rules and structures that apply under Philippine law.
Digital Bank License Philippines: Requirements, Capital and How to Apply
How to get a digital bank license in the Philippines: BSP Circular 1105 requirements, the P1.0 billion capital rule, and the current application window.
Philippines as a China Plus One Manufacturing Base: Tax and Customs Rules
Why the Philippines is a China plus one manufacturing investment option: income tax rates, VAT zero-rating, and customs incentives explained.