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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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Non-Compete Clause Philippines: Enforceability and Rules for Employees
Is a non-compete clause in the Philippines enforceable? Learn the rules on non-compete and non-solicitation clauses under Philippine law and contracts.
Foreign Exchange Regulations Philippines: BSP Rules and Reporting Duties
Foreign exchange regulations in the Philippines are issued by the BSP under its FX Manual. Learn the reporting standards, penalties, and compliance duties.
Campaign Finance Reports in the Philippines: Who Files What
Campaign finance report Philippines: learn who must file, what records to keep, and the BIR registration rules for candidates, parties, and party-list groups.
Industrial Estate or Economic Zone in the Philippines: How to Choose
Choosing an industrial estate or economic zone in the Philippines? Learn how PEZA-registered ECOZONES differ, the incentives, and the site criteria.
Intra-Corporate Dispute in the Philippines: Jurisdiction and Remedies
An intra-corporate dispute in the Philippines falls under the Regional Trial Court, not the SEC. Learn what counts as an intra-corporate dispute and the remedies.
VAT Zero-Rating for Export Enterprises in the Philippines: Rules and Requirements
Learn how VAT zero-rating works for export enterprises in the Philippines, including the 70% export sales threshold, covered sales, and refund rules.
Joint Venture Agreement Philippines: How to Structure One Under the Revised Corporation Code
A joint venture agreement in the Philippines can be unincorporated or set up as a corporation. Learn how control, shares, and boards are structured.
Work Visa for Foreign Nationals in the Philippines: A Step-by-Step Guide
How foreign nationals can legally work in the Philippines: the employment permit, the prearranged employment visa, and the steps employers must take.
Corporate Compliance Program in the Philippines: A Practical Guide for Companies
Learn how to build a corporate compliance program in the Philippines, covering SEC registration, corporate governance, and anti-graft rules under Philippine law.
Data Center Decommissioning in the Philippines: A Data Privacy Guide
Data center decommissioning in the Philippines requires secure disposal of personal data under the Data Privacy Act of 2012 and its implementing rules.
Power Supply Agreement Philippines: How Data Centers Secure Electricity
A power supply agreement in the Philippines sits within the Electric Power Industry Reform Act framework. Here is how supply, open access, and ERC rules work.
Ship Repair Contract Philippines: Rules for Shipyards and Vessel Owners
A ship repair contract in the Philippines is governed by Republic Act No. 9295, which defines ship repair and regulates MARINA-registered ship repairers.
Transmission Line Easements in the Philippines: Rights, Compensation, and Limits
Understand transmission line easements in the Philippines: who may exercise eminent domain, how rights-of-way are acquired, and how just compensation works.
Payment Gateway Agreement in the Philippines: Key Terms and Rules
Understand payment gateway agreements in the Philippines, the BSP rules under the National Payment Systems Act, and how to resolve payment disputes.
Corporate Compliance Calendar Philippines: SEC, BIR, DOLE and NPC Deadlines
Track your Philippine corporate compliance calendar: SEC reportorial requirements, BIR registration and invoicing rules, DOLE reports, and NPC data privacy duties.
Retirement Pay in the Philippines Under R.A. 7641: Who Qualifies and How It's Computed
Learn who qualifies for retirement pay in the Philippines under R.A. 7641, how the half-month salary is computed, and what the compulsory retirement age is.
How Gaming Operations Are Taxed in the Philippines: PAGCOR Fees and Franchise Tax
Understand how gaming operations are taxed in the Philippines, including PAGCOR licence fees, the 5% franchise tax, and the final tax on jackpot winnings.
Tax Residency Rules for Foreign Executives in the Philippines
Tax residency rules for a foreign executive in the Philippines: how resident and nonresident aliens are taxed, the 15% preferential rate, and treaty relief.
Advertising Rules in the Philippines: Prohibited Claims and Standards
Advertising rules in the Philippines bar deceptive and unfair claims under the Consumer Act and the Internet Transactions Act of 2023. Here is how they work.
Local Business Tax in the Philippines: How LGUs Levy It Under the Local Government Code
Local business tax in the Philippines is levied by cities and municipalities under the Local Government Code. Learn who pays, who collects, and how it works.
PIGO License Philippines: What It Is and How PAGCOR Regulates It
Learn what a PIGO license in the Philippines is, how PAGCOR regulates Philippine Inland Gaming Operators, and what the law says.
Franchise Disputes in the Philippines: How They Are Resolved Under Philippine Law
Learn how franchise disputes in the Philippines are resolved through mediation, arbitration, or court, and what the law says about each route.
Importing Machinery and Capital Equipment into the Philippines: Duties, Taxes, and Exemptions
Importing machinery and capital equipment into the Philippines triggers customs duties and VAT, but registered enterprises may enjoy duty exemption on capital equipment.
Bank Merger and Consolidation in the Philippines: BSP Approval Requirements
Bank merger or consolidation in the Philippines needs BSP approval plus SEC approval. Learn the documentary requirements and stockholder vote rules.