Gulapa & Lim (Gulapa Law)‘s broad client roster spans the energy, real estate and finance sectors, with the team regularly instructed on M&A and corporate due diligence mandates. The firm is noted for its cross-border capabilities and frequently acts for both domestic and international clients on complex transactional mandates. Aris Gulapa co-leads the team, bringing expertise in regulatory compliance and renewable energy transactions, while practice co-head Melissa Chavez-Dee is noted for her work on PPP Code issues and technology-related matters.
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Testimonials
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‘Aris Gulapa takes a very hands-on approach in the provision of services, thereby ensuring that clients can expect an exacting degree of service. The firm is very good in mergers & acquisition and have continuously looked after client interests in these transactions.’
'Very experience, responsive and practical.'
Key clients
- Sermsang Power Corporation PLC
- Mitsui and Co Ltd.
Work highlights
Assisted in a deal which involves the divestment of equity interests by the Aboitiz Group in a real estate development joint venture company to its joint venture partner, Ayala Land, 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.
Melissa Chavez-Dee
Practice head
Aris L. Gulapa; Melissa Chavez-Dee