Serrano Law advises on M&A, corporate restructurings, joint ventures and real estate transactions, with Elmer B. Serrano at the helm of the practice. Phil Ivan Chan is noted for his experience in bond issuances and securities offerings, while Tephanie M. Gandia focuses on M&A, joint ventures and investment mandates. Perpetua Calliope Ngo and Jesse John Hermoso provide additional support across banking, finance and capital markets matters.
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Key clients
- BDO Unibank, Inc.
- BDO Capital & Investment Corporation
- Dominion Holdings, Inc.
- 2GO Group, Inc.
- SM Investments Corporation
- Philippine Veteran Bank
- Chelsea Logistics and Infrastructure Holdings Corp.
- Premium Leisure Corporation
- Belle Corporation
- Unistar Credit and Finance Corporation
- Unioil Petroleum Philippines, Inc.
- Udenna Corporation
Work highlights
Acted as counsel for the merger between BDO Unibank, Inc. (BDO) and SM Keppel Land, Inc.
Acted as counsel for the property-for-share swap of SM Investments Corporation (SMIC) with Intercontinental Development Corporation.
Acted as counsel for the purchase and sale of 66.67% of Asiabest Group International, Inc.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Elmer Serrano
Other key lawyers
Phil Ivan Chan; Tephanie M. Gandia; Perpetua Calliope Ngo; Jesse John Hermoso