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Villaraza & Angangco

Dispute Resolution

Asia-Pacific Guide 2026 : Philippines


Villaraza & Angangco

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Villaraza & Angangco’s Litigation and Dispute Resolution Department continues to enjoy its position as the premiere litigation and dispute resolution law firm in the Philippines. Its proven track record of successfully representing clients in their most challenging legal issues, complex multi-jurisdictional and cross-border disputes, and significant business transactions is renowned and respected by clients and peers alike.

V&A Law has been the chosen counsel of both local and foreign business leaders in diverse industries, high ranking local and national officials, and high net-worth individuals, for its ability to solve the most intricate legal problems and provide innovative, comprehensive and practical solutions that deliver results. V&A Law’s Litigation and Dispute Resolution Department has been consistently acclaimed, both locally and regionally, by various legal rankings and awards.

Our lawyers follow a proud tradition of excellence, handling disputes that represent the entire spectrum of disputes in litigation, alternative dispute resolution, and labor practice. From pro bono litigation in defense of abused women and children, to major corporate battles and the break-up of monopolies, and even to the impeachment of an incumbent President, V&A Law has earned the distinction of being at the forefront of historic cases that shaped the future of the nation.

Clients (4)

  • Bank of the Philippines Islands
  • Makati Development Corporation
  • Malayan Insurance Company, Inc.
  • The Medical City (Professional Services, Inc.)

Industries (20)

  • Banks
  • Telecommunications
  • Utilities
  • Consumer Product Manufacturing
  • Energy
  • Food & Drink Producers
  • Private Clients / Individuals
  • Mining & Metals
  • Real Estate
  • Pharmaceuticals & Life Sciences
  • Financial Services
  • Commercial & Professional Services
  • Government
  • Technology, Hardware & Electronics
  • Transportation
  • Real Estate Finance
  • Construction & Materials
  • Insurance
  • Media
  • Retail

Chambers Review

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Dispute Resolution - Philippines

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

Villaraza & Angangco is a respected law firm in the Philippines with experience across the full spectrum of disputes, including mediation, commercial litigation and appellate work. The firm handles disputes regarding competition, fraud, shareholders and insolvency, among others. It regularly represents a range of high-profile clients from various business sectors including real estate, banking, energy and telecoms.

Work Highlights

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  • Villaraza & Angangco represented key officers of Rizal Commercial Banking Corporation in a criminal case for money laundering involving a cross-border cyberheist allegedly perpetrated by North Korean hackers.

Strengths

Provided by Chambers

  • Their team is exceptionally good when presented with novel and complex issues.

    Dispute Resolution respondentAsia-Pacific
  • Villaraza & Anganco is the firm we rely on the most. The team has shown excellent skill at handling complex issues.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 2Augusto San Pedro Jr
    Band 2Augusto San Pedro Jr

    Augusto San Pedro Jr

    Augusto San Pedro is a respected lawyer in Manila and is highly active in a wide range of commercial disputes, including cross-border money laundering, construction arbitration and shareholder disputes.

    • Augusto San Pedro offers advice which is both commercially and legally valuable.

      Dispute Resolution respondentAsia-Pacific
  • Band 3Thea Daep
    Band 3Thea Daep

    Thea Daep

    Thea Daep is known to have good experience in dispute resolution in the Philippines. She has expertise in investigations relating to money laundering and fraud. She also works on family and commercial law disputes.
    • Thea Daep delivers results where it matters.

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  • Band 4Alejandro Alfonso E Navarro
    Band 4Alejandro Alfonso E Navarro

    Alejandro Alfonso E Navarro

    Alejandro Alfonso Navarro is experienced in Court of Appeals and Supreme Court proceedings in the Philippines. He works on corporate disputes involving fraud and corruption, as well as rehabilitation matters.

    • Alejandro Navarro is very practical and I appreciate that.

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