Mr Rocky Alejandro Reyes > SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan > Manila, Philippines > Lawyer Profile

Headed by Rocky Alejandro Reyes, the team at SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan regularly advises its clients on regulatory matters relating to the Philippine Competition Act, and it is also well-equipped to handle complex transactions and greenfield issues. The group has extensive experience analysing the competition law aspects of various vertical restraint arrangements, including resale price restrictions and sole supply agreements, and is also active in policy development. Its client portfolio features local corporations, large global companies, and international law firms. Arlene Maneja is a key figure in the team, and is particularly adept in advising on the antitrust implications of proposed acquisitions and business ventures. January 2023-promoted partners Roshni Balani and Mark Xavier Oyales are also recommended.

The shipping practice at SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan handles the gamut of maritime casualty cases including those involving collisions, loss and salvages. The team is adept at handling a broad-range of disputes, namely involving issues relating to marine insurance, maritime fraud and cargo. The group also has considerable expertise enforcing maritime liens or security interests in cases where ships are placed under arrest. Under the leadership of Rocky Alejandro Reyes, Philbert Varona and Russel Rodriguez, the excellent team has substantial experience  handling transactions involving the financing, sale, charter, crewing and registration of vessels for both domestic and international corporations. The practice also works closely with leading international law firms in the United States, Europe and Asia on deals involving the cross-border fundraising of major Philippine companies.

Led by Rocky Alejandro Reyes, the highly regarded team at SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan has long-standing experience advising on key projects in the construction and infrastructure sectors. It has worked on major power generation projects, and has advised on the various phases of the mass railway transit system. The team also works on projects relating to toll roads and water infrastructure. On these projects, the group has acted for stakeholders such as project employers and project proponents. It has also advised banks and other financiers, as well as construction contractors. Hector De Leon is a significant member of the department who has significant experience working with clients in the energy, mining, oil and gas, and infrastructure sectors. Roshni Balani and Mark Xavier Oyales both became partners in January 2023.

Operating under the leadership of Rocky Alejandro Reyes, SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan is particularly experienced in M&A pertaining to data centres as well as telecoms. The practice’s key strengths also lie in data privacy and cybersecurity, insure-tech, IP and satellite services matters. Rose Marie M. King-Dominguez is a key port of call for significant tech and media clients on market entry and regulatory matters. Franco Aristotle Larcina is knowledgeable of tech and data privacy as well as securities regulations, while John Paul De Leon is well-regarded for his expertise in the fintech sector. Arlene Maneja is well-informed on the antitrust implications of acquisitions, while Ricardo Jesus Gutierrez is seasoned in franchising and distribution.

Land due diligence remains a key strength of SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan‘s practice, which maintains its broad client roster of foreign governments, hotel operators and real estate developers. The team is also a key contact for land developers on a breadth of real estate projects including hotel developments, residential condominiums and multi-use projects. Rocky Alejandro Reyes spearheads the department and is adept in infrastructure in addition to power and energy mandates. Angel Salita is well-versed in special projects including oil and gas, telecoms and water, while John Paul De Leon and Bhong Paulo Macasaet are knowledgeable of financing.

Spearheaded by Rocky Alejandro Reyes, the outstanding team at SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan has acted on many of the largest investments and M&A deals in the country. It is adept at advising on foreign investments and frequently advises leading global companies on establishing their businesses in the Philippines. The group has an excellent track record of advising on competition law (including merger notifications), anti-money laundering regulations, data privacy and other e-commerce issues. In addition, it regularly works with international law firms on key projects and transactions. The agile team currently works with numerous major local corporations and foreign companies, in almost all the key industries. Imelda Manguiat is another notable member of the department who specialises in foreign investments and mergers and acquisitions, as well as power and infrastructure projects. Rose Marie M. King-Dominguez has particular expertise in TMT matters. Managing partner Hector De Leon and of counsel and corporate services head Simeon Ken Ferrer are other key contacts. Senior partner Marievic Ramos-Añonuevo retired from the firm in 2022.