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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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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.
BSP Enforcement Actions and Penalties: How the Bangko Sentral Fines Banks and Officers
BSP enforcement actions and penalties: the maximum fines under Section 37 of the New Central Bank Act, who may be penalized, and how payment works.
Can a Foreigner Own 100% of a Philippine Company? Rules Explained
Yes, a foreigner can own 100% of a Philippine company in many cases. Learn when full foreign ownership is allowed and when the 40% limit applies.
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.
Minimum Capital Requirements for Foreign Corporations in the Philippines
Does the Philippines impose a minimum capital requirement on foreign corporations? Learn what the Revised Corporation Code and the Foreign Investments Act actually say.
Disputes with Philippine Government Agencies and LGUs Over Contracts
Facing a dispute with a Philippine government agency or LGU over a contract? Learn how procurement rules, LGU powers, and remedies shape your case.
Remittance Company License Philippines: How to Register an RTC with the BSP
How to get a remittance company license in the Philippines: BSP registration, capital requirements, fees, and documentary steps for RTCs under the M-Regulations.
HR Legal Audit Philippines: What Employers Must Review Under the Labor Code
An HR legal audit in the Philippines helps employers check compliance with the Labor Code, from union rules to reportorial duties. Here is what to review.
Foreign Investment Negative List Philippines: What Foreigners Cannot Own
The Foreign Investment Negative List Philippines limits foreign ownership in certain sectors. Learn what foreigners cannot own under the Foreign Investments Act.
OFW Repatriation in the Philippines: Who Pays and How It Works
OFW repatriation in the Philippines explained: which laws cover it, who pays for return flights, and the process for distressed overseas Filipino workers.
Preliminary Attachment and Injunctions in Philippine Litigation: How They Work
Preliminary attachment and injunctions in the Philippines are provisional remedies that protect a party during litigation. Learn how each one works and when to ask for it.
CIAC Arbitration in the Philippines: How Construction Disputes Are Resolved
CIAC arbitration in the Philippines resolves construction disputes under Executive Order No. 1008. Learn how to file, who arbitrates, and how awards are enforced.
Data Center Joint Venture in the Philippines: Ownership and Control Rules
Planning a data center joint venture in the Philippines? Learn how the Revised Corporation Code and foreign investment rules shape ownership and control.