Disini & Disini Law Office is home to a TMT team with solid expertise in advising domestic and international clients on a broad range of matters, including contractual matters, transactional work, and regulatory and licensing issues. Practice co-lead JJ Disini has particular strength in handling cases involving alleged data privacy breaches. Also co-lead of the team, Aiken Larisa Serzo is a key port of call for fintech companies, start-ups and digital banks on a wide spectrum of TMT-related issues.
TMT in Philippines
Disini & Disini Law Office
Praxisleiter:
JJ Disini; Aiken Larisa Serzo
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Paula Filart
Kernmandanten
PJ Lhuillier Group of Companies
Ideaspace Foundation Inc.
QBO Innovation Hub
Trusting Social AI Philippines, Inc.
Blogapalooza, Inc.
Senti Techlabs, Inc.
Pro Tek Telecoms Support Inc.
Questronix Corporation
DataOne Asia (Philippines) Inc.
Finacor Finance Corporation
PDAX
Petnet Inc.
Banana Fintech Services Corporation
Metro Pacific Tollways Corporation
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- Advised foundations and start-ups on the use and development of new technologies.
- Acting as counsel to a number of prominent tech companies in the Philippines.
- Advising technology entities on operations and contracts with software developers, resellers and customers.
Quisumbing Torres
Well-regarded for its expertise in data privacy and compliance, Quisumbing Torres is particularly experienced in advising on cases involving cybersecurity issues, often involving multi-jurisdictional elements. The client roster includes health tech and fintech entities. Gil Roberto Zerrudo is well versed in advising on telecoms and IT matters for clients in the pharmaceutical, healthcare and manufacturing sectors, while Divina Pastora Ilas-Panganiban has significant expertise in IP-related work; the duo co-lead the department. Bienvenido Marquez III is a key name to note.
Praxisleiter:
Gil Roberto Zerrudo; Divina Pastora Ilas-Panganiban
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Bienvenido Marquez III; Alain Charles Veloso
Referenzen
‘Quisumbing Torres stands out in the legal landscape due to its deep-rooted connections within the industry, and its provision of a nuanced understanding of market practices and regulatory expectations. This intimate knowledge allows the firm to offer clients insights that are both practical and forward-looking, anticipating how laws will likely be interpreted and applied by regulators.’
‘The firm’s advice is not only legally sound but also commercially viable.’
‘The individuals at Quisumbing Torres distinguish themselves through their expertise, dedication, and unique personal qualities. What sets them apart from competitors is their ability to combine deep legal knowledge with a genuine commitment to client service.’
Kernmandanten
Alphabet (Google Inc.)
PruLife Insurance Corporation of U.K.
Prudential Corporation Asia
SBA Communications Corporation
Space Exploration Technologies Corp.
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- Acted for an international creative tool and software company in a data confidentiality breach matter.
- Assisted an American multinational mass media and entertainment conglomerate with obtaining a Public Performance License and synchronization license from the Filipino Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers, Inc. (FILSCAP) for online streaming sites.
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan
SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan’s practice has an excellent reputation for its strength in handling a broad range of work involving data protection and cybersecurity issues. Other key areas of instruction include licensing and IP matters. Rocky Alejandro Reyes heads up the group; Rose Marie M. King-Dominguez is a highly regarded practitioner in the space, with expertise in advising on regulatory matters and the TMT aspects of M&A deals and investments. Franco Aristotle Larcina is a key contact.
Praxisleiter:
Rocky Alejandro Reyes
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Rose Marie M. King-Dominguez; Franco Aristotle Larcina; John Paul V. De Leon
Gatmaytan Yap Patacsil Gutierrez & Protacio (C&G Law)
Operating under the leadership of corporate and commercial law expert Mary Thel T. Mundin, Gatmaytan Yap Patacsil Gutierrez & Protacio (C&G Law)'s team handles the full gamut of TMT matters for a client roster of international and domestic companies. The group has a solid track record in advising on network infrastructure and data protection issues; Deborah Sobrepena-Lacson is a key contact for compliance work. Dwight Tan is a name to note.
Praxisleiter:
Mary Thel T. Mundin
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Deborah Sobrepena-Lacson; Vladi Miguel Lazaro; Dwight Tan
Villaraza & Angangco (V&A Law)
The team at Villaraza & Angangco (V&A Law) is very experienced in advising on the full range of TMT work for a client roster of prominent domestic and international entities. The group is co-led by commercial law expert Raoul R Angangco, Sylvette Y. Tankiang and Juanito L. Sañosa, who joined from private practice in April 2024. Kristin Charisse C. Siao has expertise in handling acquisitions and investments. Franchette Acosta left the firm in January 2024.
Praxisleiter:
Raoul Angangco; Sylvette Tankiang; Juanito L. Sañosa
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Kristin Charisse C. Siao; Carlo Roman; Rashel Pomoy
Referenzen
‘The V&A team delivers quality service. The team take time to listen to the client’s concerns, understand the client’s objectives, and develop tailored strategies that address the client’s situation.’
‘Rashel Pomoy and Kristin Charisse C. Siao have a deep and comprehensive understanding of the law and the client’s situation. They are meticulous in their preparation and proactive in addressing potential challenges.’
‘The team is well-equipped and knows how to handle all matters at hand – from compliance to hearing. The team is proactive in helping us and sharing their advice when needed.’
Kernmandanten
Lalamove Philippines, Inc.
SEA Group
Tata Consultancy Service Philippines, Inc. (TCS)
China Telecommunications Corporation
Boku, Inc.
CIBI Information, Inc.
CIBI Tech Ventures, Inc.
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- Advised a technology company on a proposed multi-million-dollar acquisition of a financial app.
- Assisted the shareholders of CIBI Information, Inc with a PHP 111m share purchase transaction.
Gulapa & Lim (Gulapa Law)
At Gulapa & Lim (Gulapa Law), practice head Aris Gulapa (who divides his time between the firm's Philippines and New York offices) brings extensive experience in advising telecoms clients on investment work and regulatory issues. The group has a solid track record in handling international and domestic mandates in the TMT arena. Kevin Mandocdoc's workload includes assisting with the implementation of large-scale TMT projects. Phillip Don Recentes is a name to note.
Praxisleiter:
Aris Gulapa
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Phillip Don Recentes; Kevin Mandococ
Kernmandanten
Asian Development Bank
APO-UGEC Security Printing Joint Venture
International Finance Corporation
AC Infrastructure Holdings Corporation
Day1Tech Inc.
Vigan Banco Rural Incorporada
Aboitiz Equity Ventures Inc.
Avignon Laserderm Lifestyle Corporation
MCX Tollway, Inc.
Bases Conversion and Development Authority
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- Provides ongoing assistance to the Asian Development Bank in relation to a technology development project under a public-private partnership.
- Provides ongoing advice on the implementation of a joint venture agreement, which includes upgrading a high security printing facility.
- Provides ongoing assistance to the International Finance Corporation on conducting a feasibility study of the national broadband infrastructure investment plan.
Subido Pagente Certeza Mendoza & Binay (SPCMB Law Offices)
The team at Subido Pagente Certeza Mendoza & Binay (SPCMB Law Offices) is well versed in handling a broad range of TMT matters, with notable expertise in advising on the regulatory aspects of implementing significant tech projects. Martin Subido, Jennifer T. Ong, Paula Katrina L. Nora and Princesita Pasana-Turgano jointly head up the practice.
Praxisleiter:
Martin C. Subido; Jennifer T. Ong; Paula Katrina L. Nora; Princesita Pasana-Turgano
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Sarah Jeane P. Cardona