Gatmaytan Yap Patacsil Gutierrez & Protacio (C&G Law) maintains a robust and wide-ranging practice across the aviation, shipping, and rail sectors, with a particular emphasis on employment-related matters. The firm’s transport-focused team is jointly led by Ben Dominic R. Yap, Vladi Miguel S. Lazaro, and Cesar E. Santamaria, Jr. Yap is recognised for his expertise in cross-border and contractual issues, while Lazaro brings deep specialisation in maritime law. Santamaria, Jr. has recently advised high-profile aviation clients on employment, redundancy, and regulatory compliance mandates. Other key figures include Norma Margarita B. Patacsil, who frequently leads on shipping mandates, and Anthony Mark A. Gutierrez, who is noted for his work in rail-related disputes and tax matters.
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Practice head
Ben Dominic R. Yap; Vladi Miguel S. Lazaro; Cesar E. Santamaria, Jr.
Other key lawyers
Norma Margarita B. Patacsil; Anthony Mark A. Gutierrez