Projects, Infrastructure & Energy
Asia-Pacific Guide 2025 : Philippines
Band 3
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Provided by Gatmaytan Yap Patacsil Gutierrez & Protacio
C&G Law is one of the leading Philippine firms in the project, energy and infrastructure fields. The firm has consistently been a finalist for the Asian Legal Business’ Construction and Real Estate Law Firm of the Year (for the Philippines) award, and even won this in 2016 and 2019.
C&G Law is especially highly regarded in the energy sector, where it acts as counsel for many of the power generation companies operating in the Philippines and other industry participants on a wide variety of corporate and commercial, dispute resolution, projects and regulatory matters.
The firm is also well-versed in a variety of both public and private construction and infrastructure work. The firm advises on tender and related regulatory requirements, assists in the preparation of bids, prepares or reviews the principal and ancillary contracts, and provides general assistance and advice in the implementation of the work, from commencement of construction through testing, completion and operation.
C&G Law’s recent projects, infrastructure and energy practice has included projects involving airports, cement mills, information technology systems, integrated transport systems, liquified natural gas terminals, power plants, rail systems and other forms of mass transit, seaports, and toll roads.
Chambers Review
Gatmaytan Yap Patacsil Gutierrez & Protacio is recognised and respected in the legal market for its activity in the Philippines infrastructure and energy arenas. It is well versed in project finance, including in the LNG and renewable energy sectors. The firm demonstrates strong knowledge of the regulatory framework and contractual issues, including in relation to disputes work. It advises both public and private sector clients, including government bodies, significant financial institutions and major corporates.
Work Highlights
- Gatmaytan Yap Patacsil Gutierrez & Protacio represented SN Aboitiz Power-Magat and Aboitiz Power-Benguet before the Energy Regulatory Commission. This matter concerned the approval and extension of its six ancillary services procurement agreements with the National Grid Corporation of the Philippinesinvolving hydroelectric powerplants.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Gatmaytan Yap Patacsil Gutierrez & Protacio is very well-versed in industry standards and practical in approach.Their service is very consistent."
"Gatmaytan Yap Patacsil Gutierrez & Protacio portrayed strong familiarity with the energy industry and provided great customer service."
"Gatmaytan Yap Patacsil Gutierrez & Protacio is very well-versed in industry standards and practical in approach.Their service is very consistent."
"Gatmaytan Yap Patacsil Gutierrez & Protacio portrayed strong familiarity with the energy industry and provided great customer service."
Notable Practitioners
Andrea Katipunan advises clientele on a variety of mandates, including project development and regulatory compliance, while also advising on competition matters, various transactions, government procurement and PPP projects. She is very active on energy projects.
"Andrea Katipunan is a strong lawyer with great commercial vision."
Ranked Lawyers at
Gatmaytan Yap Patacsil Gutierrez & Protacio
Philippines
Members
Provided by Gatmaytan Yap Patacsil Gutierrez & Protacio
Albert Vincent Y Yu Chang
Andrea E Katipunan
Annalisa J Carlota
Deborah Miriam D Sobrepeña-Lacson
Head of Department
Jess Raymund M Lopez
Katrine Paula V Suyat-Antonio
Vladi Miguel S Lazaro
Clients
Provided by Gatmaytan Yap Patacsil Gutierrez & Protacio
Aboitiz group
Ayala group
Development Bank of the Philippines
East Asia Utilities Corp.
Ernst & Young Solutions LLP
International Finance Corporation
Lopez group
PricewaterhouseCoopers
Retail Electricity Suppliers Association
STEAG State Power, Inc.
TeaM Energy Corporation
Industries
Provided by Gatmaytan Yap Patacsil Gutierrez & Protacio
Banks
Commercial & Professional Services
Construction & Materials
Energy
Food & Drinks Producers
Government
Private Clients & Individuals
Public-Private Partnerships
Real Estate
Social Media & Social Networking
Telecommunications
Transportation
Utilities