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Angara Abello Concepcion Regala & Cruz Law Offices (ACCRALAW) provides advice on the full range of immigration matters to corporate clients such as Coca-Cola Far East, Ceva Logistics, Ernst & Young and Thomson Reuters. Regina Geraldez is the key partner.

Ricardo Castro heads the first-class immigration practice at Quisumbing Torres. The group acts for a wide range of international companies, including clients from IT, marketing, fast food, pharmaceutical, mining and manufacturing industries. The firm regularly advises on obtaining visas and special work permits.

Maria Terestita Sison-Go heads the highly active immigration team at Romulo, which represents a broad range of international corporate clients on employee visa and work permit issues.

Siguion Reyna Montecillo & Ongsiako’s practice head Luisito Lantin has an unrivalled track record in the sector, having previously served as a consultant for the Ministry of Labor and Employment. Representative clients include San Miguel Corporation, Coca-Cola Bottlers and HSBC.

SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan’s highly experienced immigration practice is a core part of the firm’s wider employment group. Team leader Rodelle Bolante has a very good track record. It has extensive experience in all corporate sector immigration issues and also handles procedural matters, including deportation cases.

Headed by Rosa Michele Bagtas, Villaraza Cruz Marcelo & Angangco offers a comprehensive immigration law service. The practice regularly liaises on behalf of clients with Philippines embassies in various jurisdictions.

Carag, Jamora, Somera & Villareal Law Offices represents several clients in the fashion, logistics and TMT sectors. Maria Villareal Trinidad is highly active.

At Cochingyan & Peralta Law Offices, Jose Cochingyan’s standing in the market is reflected by his ongoing position as vice-president of the Immigration Lawyers Association of the Philippines.

Fortun Narvasa & Salazar advises numerous international clients on their immigration requirements. Clients include Philippine Gold Limited, Pernod Ricard Philippines and Carmen Copper Corporation.

JGLaw offers a range of partners with strong experience in immigration law, including Jose Jimenez, Melva Valdez and Victoria Limkico.

Picazo Buyco Tan Fider & Santos regularly secures visas and work permits on behalf of corporate clients, who rely upon the firm for a wide variety of immigration issues.

Jose Pacis Flores heads the well-regarded immigration practice at Platon Martinez Flores San Pedro & Leaño. It regularly advises foreign companies on employee visa requirements.

Marie Cecile Quintos is one of the main contacts at Poblador Bautista & Reyes’ well regarded immigration practice.

Ponce Enrile Reyes & Manalastas acts for a range of international corporations on immigration matters. Managing partner Enrique dela Cruz is the key contact.

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