Cruz Marcelo & Tenefrancia > Manila, Philippines > Firm Profile

‘Miguel U. Silos and his team are very impressive.’

‘Miguel U. Silos is my go-to lawyer if I am looking for Philippine lawyers. I am very satisfied with his hard-working attitude.’

‘The CM&T team is very authentic on top of their very hardworking, legally proficient, and direct attitude.’

‘The team is very quick to respond to the client’s concerns and billing is never a problem as they are very efficient in their work.’

‘The unique approach of CMT encouraged me to be more insightful rather than being ’emotional’ which I think puts them above the competition.’

‘Billing wise, I am pleased with the accurateness and even the considerations they have extended to me. Very commendable, and very professional.’

‘Very professional and competent. Very sincere. I felt their support every step of the way.’

‘The team is very responsive, professional and provides the needed information quickly.’

‘Great in providing insights, recommendations and always available.’

‘The team is attentive, responsive, and collaborative in its approach to engagement management. The team has a reliable network of foreign correspondent firms that facilitate trademark registration in other jurisdictions.’

‘Divina Pedron is a reliable and trusted adviser for matters involving intellectual property protection, particularly for our international franchising arm. Her responses to routine queries are always comprehensive and timely and we depend on her advice and assistance when dealing with material and urgent issues concerning the registration of our trademarks offshore. She has a good grasp of the commercial dimension of our engagements and considers the same in crafting the plan of action.’

‘The CMT team keeps itself and me abreast on the latest developments, not only in energy but in possible related concerns. They double-check the work before it’s given to me for review or consideration. They’re all amiable and very competent. They constantly upgrade their skills, showing that they have a desire to render the best possible service they can to clients. Their updates to me are also timely and well-coordinated.’

‘They have unique expertise and have garnered experience over many years in the practice of mining laws in the Philippines.’

‘Patricia Bunye and her team stand out as the foremost expert in mining laws, natural resources and related field in the country today. The wealth of their combined experience, diligence to details and comprehensive understanding of the issues placed them in a unique position a cut above the competition’.

‘The team is very thorough in combing possible problems, conflicts, issues, and anticipating possible problems in the future. The team is also good in negotiating on our behalf with client lawyers. They have protected our interests by putting up all the necessary legal provisions without being too legalistic. Their background knowledge of business law, taxation, and the law of the land helped very much in giving us their advice so we could make objective decisions. I feel we are well protected legally in with the work of the team. ’

‘Rosa Bagtas who heads the team is very competent as well as Francis Fragante, Rosa’s protege who does most of the legal nitty gritty legal work. We find it very easy and comfortable to work with both of them. They are hardworking, prompt with deadlines, and well prepared. We are very satisfied with their performance.’

‘The team is cohesive and well-coordinated. The  advice is very practical and multi-disciplinary (financial/ economic, political, ethical, long & short term).’

‘John Jerico L. Balisnomo is well rounded in his advice and is full of wisdom. He can work well with other lawyers outside of the CMT when the situation calls for it.’

‘Simeon V. Marcelo is a very good legal strategist. He always thinks ‘out of the box‘. ’

‘The lawyers are very competent and professional. They have provided our company with exceptional legal services over the past years.’

‘The lawyers are very competent. In addition, the lawyers are always available to address our needs. The lawyers also find ways to achieve our objectives.’