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Angara Abello Concepcion Regala & Cruz (ACCRALAW)’s immigration practice advises clients on the terms and conditions of stay in the Philippines, as well as representation before the courts. President of the Immigration Lawyers Association of the Philippines, Regina Padilla-Geraldez is a well-known name in the market.

As part of the Baker & McKenzie LLP network, Quisumbing Torres is ideally placed to advise its international client base, and handles visa-related work, foreign employment procedures, naturalisation, dual citizenship and deportation proceedings. Ricardo Casto is the partner contact.

Maria Terestita Sison is the lead partner for immigration at Romulo. The practice deals with visa applications, work permits and obtaining dual citizenship.

Siguion Reyna Montecillo & Ongsiako handles applications for immigrant and non-immigrant visas, securing emigration documents, and in conjunction with the firm’s litigation department, has handled a number of citizenship and naturalisation cases.

SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan has a leading human resources practice which is capable of handling the full array of immigration issues for global clients.

Villaraza Cruz Marcelo & Angangco handles a range of immigration matters, from visa applications to deportation and exclusion proceedings.

At Carag, Jamora, Somera & Villareal Law Offices, Elpidio Jamaro and Maria Trinidad Villareal are recommended.

Jose Cochingyan III handles immigration and immigration litigation at Cochingyan & Peralta Law Offices.

Picazo Buyco Tan Fider & Santos assists clients in securing visas, work permits and clearances before the Department of Labour and Employment.

Jose Pacis Flores heads Platon Martinez Flores San Pedro & Leaño’s immigration practice.

Marie Cecile Quintos handles immigration matters at Poblador Bautista & Reyes, and Alexis Medina leads Ponce Enrile Reyes & Manalastas’s immigration practice.

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