Sarmiento Loriega Law Firm's was bolstered in February 2024 with the arrival from SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan of land disputes specialist Spencer M. Albos.

Cruz Marcelo & Tenefrancia is well-placed to handle real estate transactions and construction projects, with key services including due diligence reviews, unsolicited proposals, and joint ventures. The team is co-led by Aida Araceli G. Roxas-Rivera, who is skilled at foreign investment and regulatory compliance matters, and Rosa Michele C. Bagtas, who advises on M&A deals. Manuel L. Manaligod, Jr. is highly experienced in infrastructure and PPP transactions, areas in which Eric T. Dykimching is also knowledgeable. Francis Fragante is adept at regulatory compliance and legal due diligence, while Jennifer Marie G. Castro assists with M&A, government procurement, and reorganisation matters.

Gatmaytan Yap Patacsil Gutierrez & Protacio (C&G Law) handles the full scope of transactional, project development, and disputes work associated with land, real estate developments, and large-scale construction and infrastructure projects. The team is jointly led by Jaime Renato B. Gatmaytan, Ben Dominic Yap, and Norma Margarita Patacsil. Gatmaytan focuses on renewable energy projects, Yap is experienced in infrastructure development, and Patacsil handles high-value real estate transactions, often advising on joint ventures and restructurings. Andrea Katipunan-Leido brings expertise in contractual, due diligence, and refinancing matters. The team is well-equipped to handle a wide range of matters, often working on cross-jurisdictional and high-value projects.

Martinez Vergara & Gonzalez Sociedad is primarily engaged in real estate transactions, project financing matters, and acquisitions. Co-leading the team, the ‘thorough and meticulous’ Rosalia Bartolome-Alejo brings expertise in corporate M&A, reorganisations, and joint ventures, and Janice Co leads the team alongside her. With a focus on corporate mandates and project financing, Erika Paulino routinely handles due diligence reviews and contractual matters. The team has been praised by clients for its ‘depth of expertise’ in legal compliance.

Quisumbing Torres advises boutique developers and multinational corporations on acquisitions, regulatory compliance, and leasing matters. The team is jointly led by Ramon Miguel Bacani, Ina Alexandra Dominguez, and Donemark Calimon; Bacani is experienced in handling cross-border issues, construction mandates, and energy projects, while Dominguez advises on joint ventures and technology-related matters. Calimon has recently been engaged in large-scale infrastructure projects, advising on the joint venture aspects of these matters. Other key practitioners include Julius Cervantes, who is knowledgeable of regulatory and financing issues, and Michael Macapagal, who is skilled in conducting due diligence.

SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan primarily advises real estate developers and energy companies on legal due diligence, PPPs, unsolicited proposals, and contractual issues. The practice is led by Rose Marie M. King-Dominguez, and she is ably supported by Angel M. Salita, Jr., whose recent caseload comprises transactional and dispute resolution work for renewable energy clients. Benedicto Panigbatan brings expertise in acquisitions and legal due diligence, while Arlene M. Maneja is particularly knowledgeable of PPP. John Paul V. De Leon is well-versed in M&A transactions and investments matters, often working on real estate development and land projects. Maria Christina C. Ortua-Ang handles high-value infrastructure projects, while Bhong Paulo Macasaet is highly adept at advising on unsolicited proposals and project financing matters.

Villaraza & Angangco (V&A Law) often advises on property acquisitions and developments, due diligence, and renewable energy projects. The team is jointly led by Sylvette Y. Tankiang, who is noted for her work in M&A transactions, Juanito L. Sañosa, Jr., who is knowledgeable in PPP matters, and Mark Benjamin C. Yam, who is skilled at handling joint ventures. Kristin Charisse C. Siao routinely leads on project development and transactional advisory work, while Ma. Carla P. Mapalo has recently been active in mandates surrounding water infrastructure projects in the Philippines. Other key team members include Winona Maraiah Fajardo and Fritz Julius Casama, who support on a broad range of real estate transactions.

Angara Abello Concepcion Regala & Cruz Law Offices (ACCRALaw) is well-equipped to advise on leasing and M&A matters, often working for manufacturing and energy clients. The team is headed up by Judy Hao, who is knowledgeable of the Real Estate Investment Trust Act, as well as securities laws. Joselito M Bautista and Aison Benedict C. Velasco lead manufacturing projects, while Dan Bernard S. Sabilala assists with energy-related matters.

Gulapa & Lim (Gulapa Law) routinely represents private bidders and governmental bodies in major infrastructure and PPP projects. The team is jointly led by Aris L. Gulapa, who brings expertise in contractual and project financing matters, and Jose Maria Angel P. Machuca who is especially skilled at drafting concession and PPP agreements. Another noteworthy practitioner is Maisie Karissa Zabala, who provides assistance with energy and construction projects.

Noted for its capabilities across an array of major infrastructure projects and complex disputes, Poblador Bautista & Reyes is jointly led by Alexander Poblador and Dino Vivencio A.A. Tamayo. Poblador’s recent caseload encompasses acting in the development, operation, and maintenance of the New Manila International Airport. Gilbert Raymund T. Reyes and Tamayo were recently involved in a high-profile real estate development dispute, and Marie Michelle B. Go is another key team member.

Serrano Law advises on a range of transactional matters, including M&A, due diligence, joint ventures, and regulatory compliance within the real estate and construction sector. The team is led by Elmer B. Serrano, who is particularly experienced in finance-related mandates in this arena, while Phil Ivan Chan is a key practitioner with expertise in M&A and capital markets transactions.