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Answers to common legal questions in the Philippines—from debt collection and corporate law to immigration, cybercrime, family law, and iGaming compliance.
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We provide full-service legal counsel including intellectual property, immigration, election law, cybercrime, VAWC, annulment, debt collection, corporate law, civil litigation, and iGaming regulatory matters. Explore each practice area on our Services page or ask via the
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We have branches in Makati (Rockwell Center), Pasig (Ortigas Center), and Manila (Ermita). Full addresses and appointment requests are on our
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Yes. While rooted in the Philippines, our partnerships enable us to support clients with cross-border transactions and international legal needs. Foreign nationals and overseas companies may inquire through the
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Debitura is Abanto Law Firm's structured debt recovery service for businesses with overdue receivables in the Philippines. We combine compliant demand letters, negotiation, and litigation when necessary. Visit our
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Yes. We pursue debt recovery nationwide, coordinating with local courts and sheriffs where assets or debtors are located. Many matters begin with demand and settlement before filing in the appropriate regional trial court. Call +63 (917) 500 0453 to outline your accounts.
Timelines depend on debtor responsiveness, documentation, and whether court action is needed. Amicable recovery may take weeks; litigated cases often run months to years under Philippine court calendars. We provide realistic milestones after reviewing your contracts and ledger.
Bring contracts, invoices, proof of delivery or service, payment records, correspondence, and identifications of the debtor entity or individual. Clear paper trails strengthen demand letters and civil claims. Our team reviews these during an initial consultation via the
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Yes. A well-drafted demand letter often prompts payment and preserves leverage for later litigation. We ensure notices comply with applicable law and your internal policies. If the debtor still defaults, we can escalate to civil action in the proper Philippine forum.
Most startups register as domestic corporations with the SEC, adopt bylaws, and issue shares to founders. Depending on activity, you may also need BIR registration, mayor's permits, and industry-specific licenses. We advise on structure before you sign investor or vendor agreements.
Disputes may be addressed through negotiation, mediation, arbitration if agreed, or court litigation for oppression, breach of fiduciary duty, or contract claims. Corporate records and board minutes are critical evidence. Abanto Law represents founders, directors, and minority investors in Metro Manila and beyond.
Yes. We review supply, services, joint venture, employment, and technology agreements for risk allocation, termination, liability, and Philippine law compliance. Early review avoids costly disputes after performance begins. Request a review through our
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Board resolutions typically authorize major transactions, officer appointments, bank signatories, guarantees, and amendments to internal policies. Banks and regulators often require certified SEC copies. We draft resolutions aligned with your articles of incorporation and bylaws.
We guide clients through creditor settlement, asset distribution, tax clearances, and SEC dissolution filings. Proper sequencing reduces personal liability exposure for directors. Engage us early if your entity is winding down operations in the Philippines.
Counsel prepares a complaint stating causes of action, reliefs, and parties, then files it with the court that has jurisdiction and venue. Supporting documents and filing fees accompany the pleading. We assess forum and strategy before submission to avoid dismissals.
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