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.
NPC Registration in the Philippines: Requirements and Who Must Register
Learn who must register with the National Privacy Commission under the Data Privacy Act, the registration requirements for data processing systems, and how to comply.
Separation Pay in the Philippines: How to Compute It Correctly
Learn how separation pay is computed in the Philippines under the Labor Code, who qualifies, and what employees are entitled to receive.
Probationary Employment in the Philippines: Rules, Limits, and Regularization
Know your rights during probationary employment in the Philippines, including the legal limits on probation periods and the rules for regularization.
Retirement Pay in the Philippines Under R.A. 7641: Who Qualifies and How It's Computed
Learn who qualifies for retirement pay in the Philippines under R.A. 7641, how the half-month salary is computed, and what the compulsory retirement age is.
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.
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.
SEC GIS and AFS Filing in the Philippines: A Complete Guide
Learn the SEC GIS and AFS filing requirements in the Philippines, deadlines, and penalties. A plain-language guide for corporations.
BIR Registration for New Businesses in the Philippines: Steps and Requirements
Complete guide to BIR registration for new businesses in the Philippines: forms, documentary requirements, and step-by-step process to register and comply.
Annual Income Tax Return in the Philippines: Who Files and When
Learn who must file the annual income tax return in the Philippines, the filing deadlines, and key compliance rules under the National Internal Revenue Code.
Withholding Tax on Compensation in the Philippines: How It Works
Learn how withholding tax on compensation in the Philippines works, who deducts it, and what employees should know about income tax.
Documentary Stamp Tax in the Philippines: What It Applies To and Rates
Learn what documentary stamp tax in the Philippines applies to, who pays it, and how the BIR collects this national internal revenue tax.
Business Permit Requirements Philippines: A Complete Guide for 2025
Learn the business permit requirements in the Philippines, including local business tax, barangay clearance, and renewal deadlines for new and existing businesses.
Annulment Grounds in the Philippines Under the Family Code: A Complete Guide
Learn the legal grounds for annulment in the Philippines under the Family Code, including void marriages, psychological incapacity, and the filing process.
Psychological Incapacity and Declaration of Nullity of Marriage in the Philippines
Learn what psychological incapacity means for annulment in the Philippines, the legal basis, and the process to declare a marriage void.
Legal Separation in the Philippines: Complete Guide to Grounds and Process
Learn the legal grounds for legal separation in the Philippines under the Family Code, plus the court process, effects, and practical steps.
Adoption in the Philippines: Procedure and Requirements Under RA 11642
Learn the domestic adoption procedure in the Philippines under RA 11642, including requirements, who may adopt, and the role of the NACC.
Child Support in the Philippines: Who Pays and How Much
Learn how child support works in the Philippines, who is required to pay, and how courts determine the amount.
Barangay Conciliation in the Philippines: When It's Required Before Filing a Case
Learn when barangay conciliation is required in the Philippines before filing a case in court, plus the exceptions and process under the law.
How to File an Estafa Case in the Philippines
Learn how to file an estafa case in the Philippines, including the legal basis, evidence needed, and the step-by-step process.
Bouncing Checks in the Philippines: Criminal Liability Under B.P. 22
Learn what B.P. 22 says about bouncing checks in the Philippines, the penalties for issuing worthless checks, and how complainants can file a criminal case.
Cyberlibel in the Philippines: What R.A. 10175 Covers
Cyberlibel in the Philippines is punishable under R.A. 10175. Learn what the law covers, who can be held liable, and the penalties involved.
Collection of Sum of Money Philippines: Legal Options Explained
Learn the legal options for collection of sum of money in the Philippines, including demand letters, court actions, and enforcement under the Civil Code.
Preliminary Investigation in the Philippines: What It Is and How It Works
Learn the preliminary investigation procedure in the Philippines—what it is, how it works, and what to expect during a criminal complaint.
Data Privacy Act Compliance Checklist for Philippine Businesses
A practical Data Privacy Act compliance checklist for Philippine businesses covering NPC registration, privacy notices, security measures, and breach reporting.