Legal Insights
Plain-language guides and case briefs on Philippine law — researched from the firm's law library of 184,000+ statutes, Supreme Court decisions, and agency issuances, and written so non-lawyers can understand and act on them.
How to Register a Corporation in the Philippines: A Step-by-Step Guide
Learn how to register a corporation in the Philippines under the Revised Corporation Code, from name reservation to SEC issuance of the certificate of incorporation.
One Person Corporation (OPC) in the Philippines: Requirements and Registration
Learn the requirements for a One Person Corporation (OPC) in the Philippines under the Revised Corporation Code, including the registration process.
SEC Registration in the Philippines: Requirements, Steps, and Fees
Learn the SEC registration requirements in the Philippines, the steps to incorporate, and what documents you need under the Revised Corporation Code.
Corporation vs Partnership in the Philippines: Which Business Structure Is Right for You?
Compare corporation vs partnership in the Philippines: liability, taxes, management, and formation under the Revised Corporation Code and Civil Code.
Corporate Bylaws in the Philippines: What They Are and When You Must Adopt Them
Learn what corporate bylaws are in the Philippines, when they must be adopted, and the rules under the Revised Corporation Code.
Board Meeting Requirements in the Philippines: Quorum, Notice, and Minutes
Learn the legal requirements for board of directors meetings in the Philippines, including quorum, notice, and minutes under the Revised Corporation Code.
Corporate Housekeeping in the Philippines: A Compliance Checklist
A practical guide to corporate housekeeping in the Philippines under the Revised Corporation Code, covering filings, meetings, and records.
How to Amend the Articles of Incorporation in the Philippines
Learn how to amend articles of incorporation in the Philippines under the Revised Corporation Code, including voting requirements and SEC filing steps.
Doing Business in the Philippines: License Requirements for Foreign Corporations
Learn the license requirements for a foreign corporation doing business in the Philippines under the Revised Corporation Code, including the application process and key compliance steps.
Foreign Ownership Restrictions in the Philippines: A Guide to the Negative List
Learn how the Philippine Constitution and the Foreign Investments Act restrict foreign ownership, and how the Negative List works.
Stock vs. Non-Stock Corporations in the Philippines: Key Differences
Understand the key differences between stock and non-stock corporations in the Philippines under the Revised Corporation Code, including ownership, governance, and profit distribution.
Minimum Capital Requirement for Corporations in the Philippines: What the Law Says
No minimum capital stock is required for most Philippine stock corporations under the Revised Corporation Code. Learn the rules and exceptions.
How to Transfer Shares of a Philippine Corporation
Learn the steps to transfer shares of a Philippine corporation, including the required documents, corporate approval, and SEC filing rules.
PAGCOR License Requirements in the Philippines: A Step-by-Step Guide
Learn the PAGCOR license requirements in the Philippines, the application process, and what gaming operators must know under the PAGCOR Charter.
Starting a Business in the Philippines with a Foreign Partner: Legal Structures and Ownership Rules
A practical guide to foreign ownership rules, business structures, and registration steps for Filipino-foreign ventures in the Philippines.
Dead Incorporator in Articles of Incorporation: When Misrepresentation Is Not Fraud
The Supreme Court clarifies when a deceased incorporator in the Articles of Incorporation warrants revocation, and when amendment suffices.
Understanding Share Redemption in Public Utilities: Insights from Philippine Legal Precedents
Explore the Supreme Court's ruling on share redemption in public utilities, examining PLDT's preferred share buyback and its legal implications.
Ultra Vires Acts and Contract Validity: The SSS Loan Case Explained
When government agencies exceed their powers, contracts may be void. The Supreme Court explains ultra vires acts and their impact on Philippine contracts.
Piercing the Corporate Veil: When Corporate Officers Can Be Held Personally Liable
Philippine Supreme Court clarifies when courts may pierce the corporate veil and hold officers personally liable for fraud and mismanagement.
Understanding Corporate Liability and Piercing the Corporate Veil in the Philippines
A Philippine Supreme Court case explains when corporate officers can be held personally liable and when courts pierce the corporate veil.
Deed Restrictions CAN Homeowners Associations Extend Their Term
Can homeowners associations extend deed restrictions beyond their original term? The Supreme Court clarifies the rules on extending deed restrictions.
Piercing the Corporate Veil: When Can a Stockholder’s Assets Answer for Corporate Debts
The Supreme Court clarifies that stockholders are not automatically liable for corporate debts, even in close corporations, and explains when personal assets may be reached.
Piercing the Corporate Veil: When Can Stockholders Be Held Liable for Corporate Debts
The Supreme Court clarifies that stockholders of a close corporation are not automatically personally liable for corporate debts, explaining the limits of piercing the corporate veil.
Corporate Rehabilitation Venue and Joint Petitions Under Philippine Law
The Supreme Court clarifies venue rules for corporate rehabilitation and disallows joint petitions by separate corporations under the Interim Rules.