Amicus Curiae
3 September 2025
Protecting place, preserving pride: Why geographical indications matter for the Philippines
From the bold kick of Batangas barako coffee to the sweet tang of Davao’s pomelo, the rich crunch but smooth texture of Bicol’s pili nuts, and the world-famous Guimaras mangoes, dubbed as the sweetest mangoes in the world, the Philippines is home to a remarkable variety of products shaped by its rich land, diverse climate, and colorful tradition.
27 August 2025
Tracing the Widening Arc from Work Permits to World Wanderers: Key Updates in Philippine Immigration Law
As work is no longer tethered to place, the law is compelled to keep pace. Philippine immigration law is now evolving to reflect the realities of a borderless and digitized world, recognizing the diverse ways by which individuals move, work, and establish connections across borders.
13 August 2025
Proof or it didn’t happen! New ruling on proof of payment
It is now standard for employers to automatically credit the salaries of their employees to their respective bank accounts. In this digital world, gone are the days when employers handed out cash or checks and required employees to sign physical pay slips.
6 August 2025
Implementing Rules of CMEPA – A spring within its source?
The Capital Markets Efficiency Promotion Act (“CMEPA”) took effect on 1 July 2025 following its complete publication. CMEPA was passed in recognition that the financial sector plays a significant role in the long-term growth of the national economy. A key policy consideration of this law is to allow our capital markets to develop as efficiently […]
Points of Law
31 May 2018
Point of Law
Portrait of a statesman
On May 13, 2018, the nation mourned the loss of one of the greatest statesmen to have served the country: Sen. Edgardo J. Angara.
25 May 2018
Point of Law
Legal robots
In the past, it was thought that only simple jobs could be replaced by technology. However, with the onset of artificial intelligence (AI), even work which requires legal analysis is about to face stiff competition.
3 May 2018
Point of Law
Right to travel
After years of uncertainty, the Supreme Court (SC) finally laid to rest whether the Department of Justice, through its chief, may issue hold departure orders (HDOs) and watchlist orders (“WLOs”) to prevent people under investigation from leaving the country.
19 April 2018
Point of Law
Whatever happened to ‘My Husband’s Lover’ bill?
With the recent progress of House Bills 6027 and 6595, more popularly known as the divorce bill and same-sex marriage bill, respectively, proponents say the Philippines is set to finally join the ranks of countries that have modernized their laws on marriage and family relations.
Others
8 May 2025
Others
Justine A. Navarro’s Updates on Philippine Competition Law
ACCRALAW Senior Associate Justine A. Navarro was featured in Asia Business Law Journal (“ABLJ”) for writing “Reviewing a decade of Philippine competition law”.
24 April 2025
Others
The Legal 500’s Country Comparative Guide on Construction
ACCRALAW contributed the Philippine chapter of The Legal 500’s Country Comparative Guide on Construction for 2025.
21 April 2025
Others
John Paul M. Gaba’s Updates on Philippine Data Privacy Law
ACCRALAW Partner John Paul M. Gaba was featured in Asia Business Law Journal (“ABLJ”) for writing the Philippine chapter of “A Regulatory Update on Data Privacy”, an overview of recent legal developments in data protection in India, Taiwan, and the Philippines.
21 February 2025
Others
Chambers and Partners’ 2025 Global Practice Guide on HR Internal Investigations
ACCRALAW contributed the Philippine chapter of Chambers and Partners’ Global Practice Guide on HR Internal Investigations for 2025.