Dispute Resolution - Philippines
What the team is known for
Gatmaytan Yap Patacsil Gutierrez & Protacio (C&G Law) has a robust team of lawyers in the Philippines able to advise on the full life cycle of a dispute. The firm is particularly active in international arbitration and is known for representing leading conglomerates. The team is further equipped to handle the full range of litigation matters, including contractual, taxation and environmental disputes before local courts and the Supreme Court. Particularly active on energy and infrastructure disputes, the firm counts Metro Rail Transit, TeaM Energy and STEAG State Power among its clientele.
Strengths
"C&G Law is able to provide excellent, pragmatic and practical legal advice and strategy. The firm makes available information that allows the business to come up with informed decisions."
"The firm supported us in an effective and very timely manner, showcasing their ability to leverage specific capabilities well according to the needs of the client."
Work highlights
Gatmaytan Yap Patacsil Gutierrez & Protacio represented Standard Chartered Bank in a claim worth PHP1.12 billion against Philippine Guarantee Corporation arising from the violation of a guarantee agreement.
Notable practitioners
Ben Dominic Yap is active on international arbitration and Philippine litigation mandates and has built a strong reputation for representing power and energy clients, including at the Supreme Court level. "We benefit from Ben's experience in litigation and arbitration."
Jesus Paolo Protacio is active on a range of commercial and employment disputes, including tax and construction disputes. He also has expertise in cases related to the energy and infrastructure sectors. "Attorney Protacio delivers top-notch legal services and assistance to the company. He sees to it that his approach is practical and responsive to business needs. He goes the extra mile to ensure that the company understands the recommendations he gives." "Paolo is a very responsive lawyer who communicates very transparently, delivers his service in an effective and timely manner and shows a high level of practical awareness and legal sophistication."
Vladi Miguel Lazaro has shown strong capabilities in disputes related to tax and has a wealth of experience in claiming damages, including for tortious interference. "Attorney Lazaro's timely and business-responsive input makes him and his firm valued partners for the legal and business requirements of our organisation."
