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Milbank LLP

Corporate & Finance

Asia-Pacific Guide 2026 : Philippines

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Milbank LLP

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Corporate & Finance - Philippines

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Milbank is an eminent legal team for Philippines work, recognised for its longstanding expertise in assisting both domestic and international corporations and financial institutions. The firm is particularly active on capital markets matters, acting for both financiers and issuers on debt issuances, IPOs and securities offerings. It also handles M&A, joint venture and private equity transactions in such sectors as energy, TMT and real estate. Its Philippines practice is led out of the firm's Hong Kong office.

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Work Highlights

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  • Milbank advised Actis, through a strategic partnership with Manila Electric Company and its subsidiary, Solar Philippines New Energy, in connection with its USD600 million investment in the Philippines-based Terra Solar project.

Strengths

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  • Milbank stands out for its strong market knowledge of the Philippines, its practical, commercially oriented approach and excellent drafting and negotiation skills, helping us hit tight deadlines.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • James Grandolfo
    James Grandolfo

    James Grandolfo

    James Grandolfo is a partner in Hong Kong. He is sought after for his expertise in both debt and equity capital markets in the Philippines. He regularly advises international financial institutions and multinationals on complex transactions and financing matters.

    • I consider him a safe pair of hands, extremely experienced, straightforward and someone who doesn’t overcomplicate matters. That’s the kind of trust we have in him.

      Corporate & Finance respondentAsia-Pacific

    • I’ve had a very longstanding relationship with him and he always brings together a good team that’s quick to deliver, even under tight deadlines.

      Corporate & Finance respondentAsia-Pacific
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  • Paul Anthony C Pery
    Paul Anthony C Pery

    Paul Anthony C Pery

    Paul Anthony Pery is well reputed for his talents in capital markets transactions, operating out of the firm's Hong Kong office. He assists Philippine and global corporates and financial institutions with complex bond and note issuances, as well as IPOs and rights offerings.

    • Paul is very good with client management and has a good understanding of the capital market space in the Philippines.

      Corporate & Finance respondentAsia-Pacific

    • Paul is attentive to clients’ needs, he attends meetings, checks in regularly, and ensures our requirements are met. We know we can rely on him for ongoing support.

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  • Cesareo Singzon
    Cesareo Singzon

    Cesareo Singzon

    Cesareo Singzon is an associate based in Hong Kong who has an impressive Philippines-focused practice. He regularly advises on debt and equity capital market transactions, as well as M&A.
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