
Dispute Resolution: Arbitration
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Provided by Poblador Bautista & Reyes
The Firm has vast experience in dispute resolution. We:
- prosecuted/defended Presidents, Chief Justices, and a Senator in impeachment complaints/trials, proceedings questioning qualifications to run as President, and the anti-graft court
- defended a big broadcaster in franchise cancellation proceedings in the Supreme Court and in legislative hearings for franchise renewal
- obtained injunctions against rules to regulate players in the e-cigarette Industry, prohibit provincial buses on a major thoroughfare, and compel petroleum companies to disclose price information
- represent power companies with the biggest supply share, the largest petroleum refiner, and the concessionaire of the national grid in court and arbitration
- handled several big domestic construction and commercial arbitration
- assert/defend represent private investors' and conglomerates' rights in energy and infrastructure projects in international commercial arbitration
- enforce intellectual property rights in the IPO, the DOJ, and the courts
- are strong in labor arbitration and litigation proceedings for management
Our clients include San Miguel Corp. Petron Corp., the San Miguel Global Power group, ABS-CBN Corp., Sky Cable Corp., the First Philippine Holdings group, National Grid Corp., Ayala Land, Global Estates Resorts, Inc., Mercury Drug, Malayan Insurance, Greenfield Development Corp., Manila Water, Metro Rail Transit Corp., Levi Strauss & Co., Intel Corp., SGV & Co., and Energy Development Corp.
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Work Highlights
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Poblador Bautista & Reyes acted as Philippine counsel for the National Grid Corporation of the Philippines (NGCP) in an international arbitration administered by the Singapore International Arbitration Commission, involving the sole and exclusive concession to operate the country's power transmission network, which was awarded to NGCP in 2008.
Poblador Bautista & Reyes represented San Miguel Aerocity in several petitions filed by corporate and individual landowners before the Court of Appeals and the Supreme Court which sought to halt the development of the New Manila International Airport.
Strengths
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Poblador Bautista & Reyes stands out for combining a high level of professionalism with a personal, client-focused approach.
Dispute Resolution: Arbitration respondentAsia-PacificWhat sets them apart is their ability to tailor legal solutions to each client’s specific needs, ensuring that the advice is both personal and practical.
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Notable Practitioners
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Mario Luza Bautista
Mario Luza Bautista is renowned for his experience in commercial, civil and criminal litigation. He also has expertise in labour law, telecommunications and corporate law. Spotlight Spotlight Alexander J Poblador
Alexander Poblador is a highly respected figure in the Philippines legal market. He is well placed to handle a wide range of dispute resolution proceedings. Atty. Poblador provides a calming presence even in cases where the stakes are the highest. He is hands-on and provides crucial legal solutions even in a highly pressurised environment.
Dispute Resolution: Arbitration respondentAsia-PacificThe leadership of Alexander Poblador emanates through the handling partners and down to their associates. Alex makes time to provide answers to our questions and concerns.
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Band 2 
Band 2 
Gilbert Raymund T Reyes
Gilbert Raymund Reyes has experience in criminal, civil and commercial litigation in the Philippines. He also has expertise in intellectual property disputes. Gilbert Raymond Reyes is well-versed in his field, with insights that consistently reflect depth and experience beyond the usual.
Dispute Resolution: Arbitration respondentAsia-PacificGilbert has shown extraordinary service and thoughtfulness. He shows all the angles pertinent to a case for the client to better understand the complexities of a case and how best to proceed.
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Ranked Individuals at Poblador Bautista & Reyes (4)
Members
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Brigitte da Costa-Villaluz

Elizabeth Liceralde-Garcia

Meghan de Guia

Dino Vivencio Antonio Tamayo

Anzen Dy

Romeo Johann Fernandez

Deogracias Fellone

Jose Antonio Hernandez

Nick Emmanuel Villaluz

Justin Christopher Mendoza

Alexander J Poblador
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Mario Luza Bautista
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Gilbert Raymund T Reyes
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