Norma Margarita B. Patacsil > Gatmaytan Yap Patacsil Gutierrez & Protacio (C&G Law) > Manila, Philippines > Lawyer Profile

The ‘excellent team’ at Gatmaytan Yap Patacsil Gutierrez & Protacio (C&G Law) is headed up by Norma Margarita Patacsil, who is considered ‘a top practitioner in the Philippines’ by clients; Patacsil harnesses expertise in M&A, corporate and commercial matters. The group has well-established expertise advising on all aspects of the broad range of complex transactions, including joint ventures, acquisitions and sales of considerable value, often with cross-jurisdictional scope. Andrea E. Katipunan-Leido handles energy-related work, while Katrine Paula Suyat-Antonio has expertise in due diligence aspects of transactions.

The team at Gatmaytan Yap Patacsil Gutierrez & Protacio (C&G Law) is well-equipped to handle the full array of competition and M&A issues. The team’s workload ranges from advising on investigations into anti-competitive conduct during complex transactions, to advising on regulatory issuances brought by the PCC, with the firms work often being high-value and cross-jurisdictional in nature. The ‘super sound’ Norma Margarita Patacsil is a corporate and M&A specialist who sits leads the group and has expertise handling the full range of issues relating to acquisitions and investments. Andrea E. Katipunan-Leido specialises in projects, infrastructure and energy-related matters.

The practice at Gatmaytan Yap Patacsil Gutierrez & Protacio (C&G Law) has a strong reputation for its capabilities handling high-value and frequently cross-jurisdictional construction and infrastructure work. It is well-equipped to assist its clients in the construction of such significant projects as telecoms towers, rail systems and airports. The team handles the full life cycle of construction projects, from the drafting of contracts, through to completion and ongoing operation. The group is jointly led by corporate and commercial transaction specialist Jaime Renato B. Gatmaytan and Ben Dominic R. Yap, who harnesses expertise in related disputes and transactions. Norma Margarita Patacsil and Andrea Katipunan are key names in the team. Annalisa Carlota departed in May 2024.

Gatmaytan Yap Patacsil Gutierrez & Protacio (C&G Law)‘s practice routinely assists its varied roster of clients with  substantial loans for the development and construction of significant and high-value projects, loan facility agreements in cross-jurisdictional contexts, and advising on the finance aspects of acquisitions and joint ventures. Norma Margarita B. Patacsil leads team. Jaime Renato B. Gatmaytan remains a key figure within the practice, and Annalisa Carlota departed from the firm in May 2024.

Gatmaytan Yap Patacsil Gutierrez & Protacio (C&G Law)‘s team is led by Ben Dominic R. Yap, who harnesses particular expertise in contentious transport matters. Aviation and shipping are key areas that the team’s workload covers, with a strong focus on tax, administration and leasing-related matters. Yap is considered a ‘true professional with authenticity and sincerity’ by clients alongside Norma Margarita B. Patacsil.

Gatmaytan Yap Patacsil Gutierrez & Protacio (C&G Law)‘s team is well-regarded for advising on the regulatory aspects of share offering matters, IPOs and planned listings of significant value. Norma Margarita Patacsil has particular expertise in corporate, commercial and M&A work, and Andrea E. Katipunan-Leido is also a noteworthy practitioner.