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Immigration
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Regina Padilla Geraldez leads Angara Abello Concepcion Regala & Cruz (ACCRALAW)’s immigration group. The firm’s practice covers all aspects of obtaining a visa for a stay in the Philippines, as well as representation before the courts in connection with petitions for the acquisition of Philippine citizenship. Padilla Geraldez is well known in the legal community, and is also president of the Immigration Lawyers Association of the Philippines.
Baker & McKenzie affiliate Quisumbing Torres naturally handles many instructions from its international clientele, such as visa and deportation work. The firm is also adept at handling dual citizenship applications. In 2008, Elizabeth B Opeña provided immigration advice as part of a full service for an M&A client in the logistics industry.
Romulo handles visa applications for foreign nationals and dependants, as well as assisting clients with work permits and the obtaining of dual citizenship. Maria Terestita C Sison Go is the contact.
Reynaldo D Gatmaitan is recommended for work across the full gamut of immigration issues at Siguion Reyna Montecillo & Ongsiako.
Prestigious Manila-based firm SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan has an excellent reputation for immigration work on behalf of its long list of global clients.
Villaraza Cruz Marcelo & Angangco has a stellar reputation for handling immigration work for clients such as corporate executives, professionals and skilled personnel of multinational corporations.
Elpidio Jamaro and Maria Trinidad Villareal at Carag, Caballes, Jamora & Somera Law Offices are recommended.
Cochingyan & Peralta Law Offices is recommended. Jonas-Karl V Perez and Charlie C Yalung are the contacts at Picazo Buyco Tan Fider & Santos. Platon Martinez Flores San Pedro & Leaño and Ponce Enrile Reyes & Manalastas have a strong reputation in the market, as does Marie Cecile R Quintos at Poblador Bautista & Reyes.
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