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Romulo’s superb team of seasoned tax lawyers advises on the full gamut of matters, including tax refunds, assessment and major disputes work. The practice is underpinned by the firm’s top-notch corporate finance work, with the team highly recommended for advising on transactional matters. Priscilla Valer has an excellent reputation.

Ruby Rose Yusi heads the tax team at Angara Abello Concepcion Regala & Cruz Law Offices (ACCRALAW), which is especially strong on contentious matters and regularly makes representations before the Bureau of Internal Revenue. Clients include DHK, General Motors, Rizal Commercial Banking Corporation and Tetra Pak.

Platon Martinez Flores San Pedro & Leaño has recently represented several major clients, including Dole, La Suerte Tobacco Company and Chevron on significant tax issues with regulatory bodies.

Quiason Makalintal Barot Torres Ibarra & Sison has been acting for clients such as the Energy Development Corporation on claiming excess VAT payments refunds. Ruelito Soriano and Benedict Tugonon are both very active in this area of work.

Quisumbing Torres’ tax team regularly advises on corporate and transactional-related tax matters, including complex cross-border issues. The highly regarded Dennis Dimagiba heads the team, which is also recommended for its advice on contentious work.

Siguion Reyna Montecillo & Ongsiako advises clients on the full spectrum of tax matters and is particularly recommended for employment-related tax advice. Qualified accountant Ferdinand Hidalgo is a key contact.

SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan advises on the full range of tax matters, including corporate restructuring and litigation. Recent highlights included successfully representing Lascona Land Co before the Supreme Court. Rolando Medalla Jr heads the team.

Zambrano & Gruba Law Offices has a very strong reputation across the board for tax matters. It recently advised Philippine Airlines on a petition relating to excise duties on imported petroleum. Angelo Patrick Advincula and Antero Jose Caganda are both very experienced.

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