Practice Directory

Disciplined counsel for Philippine business operations.

Sangalang & Gaerlan Business Lawyers advises corporate boards, founders, human resource executives, and international investors across ten integrated areas of Philippine business law.

01 / CORPORATE

Corporate Formation & Governance

We structure domestic corporations, One Person Corporations (OPCs), partnerships, and holding vehicles under the Revised Corporation Code of the Philippines.

  • SEC registration, Articles of Incorporation, By-Laws & amendments
  • Shareholder agreements, joint venture governance & board protocols
  • Corporate Secretary services, GIS filings & beneficial ownership reporting
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02 / EMPLOYMENT

Labor & Employment

Philippine labor law strongly regulates security of tenure and procedural due process. We help employers build compliant, harmonious workplaces and defend against labor claims.

  • Executive & standard employment contracts, handbooks & codes of conduct
  • Administrative disciplinary investigations, twin-notice due process & terminations
  • Redundancy, retrenchment, contracting/subcontracting (DO 174) & NLRC defense
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03 / COMMERCIAL

Commercial Contracts & Transactions

Clear, enforceable commercial contracts prevent costly litigation. We draft, review, and negotiate agreements tailored to Philippine civil and commercial law.

  • Master service agreements, supply & distribution contracts, and SLAs
  • Technology licensing, IP assignment, non-compete & non-disclosure agreements
  • Credit facilities, suretyship, chattel mortgages & commercial dispute settlement
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04 / REGULATORY

Regulatory Compliance & Licensing

Navigating multi-agency requirements in Metro Manila and across the Philippines requires structured compliance calendars and seasoned administrative advocacy.

  • SEC, BIR, LGU Mayor’s Permits, SSS, PhilHealth & Pag-IBIG registrations
  • DOLE labor standards inspections & Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) audits
  • PhilGEPS accreditation and Anti-Money Laundering (AMLC) compliance frameworks
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05 / CROSS-BORDER

Foreign Investment & Market Entry

We advise international corporations, regional headquarters, and foreign founders on compliant market entry and equity structuring in the Philippines.

  • Foreign Investments Act (FIA) & Foreign Investment Negative List (FINL) analysis
  • Domestic subsidiary, branch office, or representative office licensing
  • PEZA / BOI fiscal incentives registration & executive visa/AEP coordination
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06 / PRIVACY

Data Privacy & Cyber Compliance

Enterprises handling employee, customer, or cross-border personal data must comply with the Philippine Data Privacy Act of 2012 (R.A. 10173) and NPC directives.

  • Privacy Impact Assessments (PIA) & Privacy Management Programs
  • Data Sharing Agreements (DSA), outsourcing contracts & privacy notices
  • National Privacy Commission (NPC) registration & breach response protocols
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07 / TRANSACTIONS

Mergers, Acquisitions & Due Diligence

Acquiring or investing in a Philippine enterprise requires rigorous scrutiny of corporate records, contingent labor liabilities, tax exposure, and regulatory permits.

  • Buy-side and sell-side legal, corporate, and labor due diligence
  • Share Purchase Agreements (SPA), Asset Purchase Agreements & term sheets
  • Post-acquisition workforce integration and corporate restructuring
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08 / PROPERTY

Real Estate & Asset Protection

We protect commercial and family-owned real estate assets through meticulous title due diligence, conveyancing, and corporate holding structures.

  • Commercial office, industrial, and retail lease structuring
  • Title verification, Deeds of Absolute Sale, and estate/asset transfer tax clearance
  • Corporate real estate holding structures & succession planning
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09 / TAXATION

Tax Audit Support

When the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) issues a Letter of Authority (LOA), procedural missteps can compound financial exposure. We defend taxpayers at every stage.

  • Legal evaluation of BIR Letters of Authority (LOA) & Subpoena Duces Tecum
  • Replies to Notice of Discrepancy (NOD), PAN, and Formal Letter of Demand (FLD/FAN)
  • Administrative protests, compromise/abatement applications & tax compliance reviews
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