Tax
Asia-Pacific Guide 2025 : Philippines
Band 3
Email address
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+63 2 830 8000About
Provided by Angara Abello Concepcion Regala & Cruz (ACCRALAW)
ACCRALAW’s Tax services encompass the entire field of taxation. We handle administrative and judicial cases, tax advisory and planning on national, local, and customs laws. Specifically, we provide: estate planning, tax compliance audits, tax advice on joint ventures and corporate restructurings, tax advice on employee benefits, tax treaty applications, administrative protests and refunds, and advice on customs laws. Our clientele includes local conglomerates, multinational corporations, listed companies, financial institutions, professional associations, and high net-worth individuals. We are the primary tax advisers of Procter & Gamble Philippines, Beiersdorf Philippines (Nivea), Hershey Group of Companies, Honda Philippines, Inc., and Smartmatic Philippines affiliates. We are also the tax adviser of Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas. We also handle cases for industries. Currently, we represent various regional headquarters and banks in questioning revenue issuances before the courts. Our team is composed of tax practitioners, with extensive background in law, business, and accountancy. We are abreast with the latest tax developments and we share this knowledge to our clients via regular client visits and periodic tax updates. We closely study the client’s business structure, operations, and vision to tailor our advice to its specific needs.
Chambers Review
Angara Abello Concepcion Regala & Cruz (ACCRALAW) is a law firm in the Philippines advising a range of domestic corporates and banks on the full spectrum of tax matters, including both advisory and litigation mandates. The firm represents clients in contentious tax matters, acting before courts and administrative bodies. The practice is regularly involved in tax appeals and refund matters, and often appears before the Court of Tax Appeals.
Work Highlights
- Angara Abello Concepcion Regala & Cruz assisted Vestas Services Philippines with claiming a tax credit certificate in relation to the Renewable Energy Act of 2008 and the Tax Code.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"They know their craft very well and the team is well-equipped."
"The ACCRALAW team handling our cases are well-versed on the nature of the case. They show good expertise and are very responsive."
"They know their craft very well and the team is well-equipped."
"The ACCRALAW team handling our cases are well-versed on the nature of the case. They show good expertise and are very responsive."
Notable Practitioners
Eric Recalde is particularly experienced in tax work with clients in the banking, TMT, automotive and pharmaceutical sectors. He works on tax planning and structuring, customs and international trade law, as well as tax litigation.
Ruby Rose Javier-Yusi is experienced in tax appeals and tax assessment work. She acts for clients from a range of sectors, including manufacturing and pharmaceuticals.
"Ruby advises on practical options when handling cases."
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