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Provided by Gatmaytan Yap Patacsil Gutierrez & Protacio
C&G Law’s practice in corporate and commercial transactions is solid and extensive. We advise on all issues and legal developments affecting our clients’ businesses and operations. Our corporate and commercial work has involved various types of industries and businesses, both local and across borders.
The firm also advises on all aspects of business and commercial transactions, including on the choice of an appropriate corporate vehicle for investments; limitations on foreign equity or investment participation in certain ventures; the availability of fiscal or other incentives for particular activities; and the licensing and other regulatory requirements applicable to the carrying out of the business. The firm also assists in the formation and organisation of the enterprise, and in obtaining all approvals and other permits that it requires to commence operations.
C&G Law also advises on all aspects of equity investments, including business concerns, corporate organisation requirements, investments incentives, nationalisation issues, risk assessment and mitigation, and taxation in connection with share acquisitions. It assists in structuring, documenting and completing investments arrangements, including ensuring compliance with the regulatory requirements applicable to particular transactions. It has undertaken both limited and extensive due diligence exercises for clients involving a broad range of target companies.
Chambers Review
Gatmaytan Yap Patacsil Gutierrez & Protacio provides extensive advice on foreign investments, share and asset acquisitions, as well as regulatory and compliance issues and divestments in the Philippines. The firm is also experienced in assisting clients with the establishment of local businesses. It frequently advises on a range of corporate matters in the energy, telecoms and technology industries. Clients benefit from its wide regional coverage and its experience handling cross-border matters. The team is additionally proficient in the real estate sector, often handling tax matters, as well as M&A and leasing mandates.
Work Highlights
- Gatmaytan Yap Patacsil Gutierrez & Protacio advised The Coca-Cola Company and Coca-Cola Beverages Philippines on the sale of Coca-Cola Beverages Philippines to a joint venture company of Coca-Cola Europacific Partners and Aboitiz Equity Ventures.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Gatmaytan Yap Patacsil Gutierrez & Protacio provide good value for money and produce quality work."
"Gatmaytan Yap Patacsil Gutierrez & Protacio were very responsive, well versed on the issues, and helped us navigate the unpredictable regulatory landscape."
"Gatmaytan Yap Patacsil Gutierrez & Protacio provide good value for money and produce quality work."
"Gatmaytan Yap Patacsil Gutierrez & Protacio were very responsive, well versed on the issues, and helped us navigate the unpredictable regulatory landscape."
Notable Practitioners
Norma Margarita Patacsil is known to be active on corporate work, while also being recognised for expertise in competition matters. She is also experienced in advising clients on real estate matters, including land acquisitions and divestments of properties.
"Norma is very responsive and provides solid advice."
"Norma provides a good service, great knowledge and great advice."
Ranked Lawyers at
Gatmaytan Yap Patacsil Gutierrez & Protacio
Philippines
Members
Provided by Gatmaytan Yap Patacsil Gutierrez & Protacio
Albert Vincent Y Yu Chang
Andrea E Katipunan
Annalisa J Carlota
Deborah Miriam D Sobrepeña-Lacson
Katrine Paula V Suyat-Antonio
Kristine Ninotschka L Evangelista
Mary Thel T Mundin
Head of Department
Clients
Provided by Gatmaytan Yap Patacsil Gutierrez & Protacio
Aboitiz group
Ayala group
Green Cross group
Holcim group
Lopez group
Pepsi Cola Products Philippines, Inc.
Stellar
Industries
Provided by Gatmaytan Yap Patacsil Gutierrez & Protacio
Aviation
Banks
Commercial & Professional Services
Construction & Materials
Consumer Products Manufacturing
Education
Energy
Food & Drink Producers
International Trade
Mining & Metals
Pharmaceuticals
Real Estate
Retail