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.
13th Month Pay Computation Philippines: Who Gets It and How It Works
Learn the 13th month pay computation in the Philippines, who is entitled to receive it, and how to calculate it correctly.
Night Shift Differential in the Philippines: Who Gets It and How Much
Learn how night shift differential pay is computed in the Philippines, who qualifies, and the exact percentage required by law.
Service Incentive Leave in the Philippines: Who Is Entitled to 5 Days
Service incentive leave Philippines: learn who gets 5 paid days, who is exempt, and how unused leave is paid.
Maternity Leave in the Philippines: 105 Days and Other Benefits Under R.A. 11210
Learn the 105-day maternity leave rule in the Philippines, who qualifies, how to avail it, and extra benefits under R.A. 11210.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Capital Gains Tax on Real Property in the Philippines: Rates and Filing
Learn the capital gains tax rate on real property in the Philippines, how it is computed, and when to file.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Data Breach Notification in the Philippines: The 72-Hour Rule
Learn the 72-hour data breach notification rule in the Philippines under the Data Privacy Act, including who must notify, what to report, and penalties.
Privacy Impact Assessment in the Philippines: When It's Required
Learn when a Privacy Impact Assessment (PIA) is required in the Philippines under the Data Privacy Act of 2012 and its IRR.
Data Privacy Consent Philippines: When You Need It and When You Don't
Learn when consent is required under the Philippine Data Privacy Act, how to obtain valid consent, and when processing is lawful without it.
Data Subject Rights in the Philippines: Access, Correction, and Erasure
Know your data subject rights in the Philippines under the Data Privacy Act: access, correction, erasure, and how to exercise them.
Data Protection Officer Philippines: Appointment and Duties Under the DPA
Learn the data protection officer Philippines requirements, including appointment criteria and duties under the Data Privacy Act and its IRR.