Legal Insights
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.
Get a cited, plain-language answer from 184,000+ statutes and decisions — free, no sign-up.
Minimum Capital for Foreign Companies in the Philippines: What the Law Actually Requires
Is there a minimum capital for a foreign company in the Philippines? Learn what the Revised Corporation Code and the Foreign Investments Act require.
Director Residency and Citizenship Rules for Philippine Corporations
Philippine corporation director residency requirements: who must be a resident, who must be a citizen, and the officer rules under the Revised Corporation Code.
Entity Governance for Multi-Entity Groups in the Philippines: A Guide
Entity governance for multi-entity groups in the Philippines means running each subsidiary as a separate corporation under the Revised Corporation Code.
Logistics and Warehousing Business in the Philippines: Foreign Ownership Rules
Can foreigners own a logistics or warehousing business in the Philippines? Learn how the Public Service Act, Revised Corporation Code, and CMTA apply.
Board Minutes Requirements Philippines: What the Revised Corporation Code Says
What are the board minutes requirements in the Philippines? Learn the rules on director elections, officer reporting, and corporate records under the Revised Corporation Code.
Ground Lease for Data Center Philippines: Key Terms and Legal Rules
A ground lease for a data center in the Philippines is governed by the Civil Code and the Revised Corporation Code. Here are the terms that decide the deal.
Corporate Secretary Duties in the Philippines Under the Revised Corporation Code
What are the duties of a corporate secretary in the Philippines? Learn the qualifications, election rules, and filing duties under the Revised Corporation Code.
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.
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.
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.
Franchise Financing in the Philippines: Banks, Leases, and Security Arrangements
Franchise financing in the Philippines combines bank loans, equipment leases, and security arrangements governed by the Civil Code and the Revised Corporation Code.
Contract Lifecycle Management for Philippine Legal Teams: A Practical Guide
Contract lifecycle management in the Philippines helps legal teams draft, review, and track contracts while complying with the Revised Corporation Code and Civil Code.
Shareholders' Agreements in the Philippines: What They Can and Cannot Do
A shareholders agreement in the Philippines works within the Revised Corporation Code — here is what it can cover and where the limits lie.
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.
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.
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.
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.
SEC Registration in the Philippines: Requirements, Steps, and Fees
Learn the SEC registration requirements in the Philippines, the steps to incorporate, and what documents you need under the Revised Corporation Code.
Removal of Corporate Officers and Directors in the Philippines: Legal Grounds and Process
Learn the legal process for removing corporate officers and directors in the Philippines under the Revised Corporation Code, including grounds and voting requirements.
How to Dissolve a Corporation in the Philippines: Voluntary and Involuntary Paths
Learn how to dissolve a corporation in the Philippines under the Revised Corporation Code, including voluntary dissolution and involuntary revocation.
Closing a Philippine Subsidiary: Legal Steps for a Foreign Parent's Exit
Closing a Philippine subsidiary? Learn the Revised Corporation Code rules on dissolution, from board and stockholder approval to SEC filing and tax clearance.
Corporate Investigation in the Philippines: How Companies Conduct Internal Probes
A corporate investigation in the Philippines must respect the Revised Corporation Code, the Labor Code, and the Data Privacy Act. Here is how internal probes work.
One Person Corporation (OPC) in the Philippines: Requirements and Registration
Learn the requirements for a One Person Corporation (OPC) in the Philippines under the Revised Corporation Code, including the registration process.
Stock vs. Non-Stock Corporations in the Philippines: Key Differences
Understand the key differences between stock and non-stock corporations in the Philippines under the Revised Corporation Code, including ownership, governance, and profit distribution.