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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.
Yes. Protection orders may include custody, support, and possession of the home pendente lite. Separate actions under the Family Code may also be filed. Integrated strategy helps protect clients and children in Metro Manila family courts.
Common grounds include lack of marriage license, bigamous unions, psychological incapacity under Article 36 of the Family Code, and other void marriages under law. Evidence must meet judicial standards. Consult us confidentially through the
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Protests and quo warranto challenges have strict filing periods after proclamation or canvass, depending on the office involved. Evidence of fraud, intimidation, or counting errors must be organized early. Abanto Law advises candidates and parties on COMELEC and electoral tribunal rules.
Violations include exceeding spending limits, failing to disclose contributions, and unauthorized advertisements. COMELEC can impose fines, disqualifications, or criminal referrals. Compliance calendars should be set before campaign season.
Opposing candidates, political parties, and the public may file challenges within periods set by law and COMELEC resolutions. Technical defects and disqualifications are common issues. We assist with pleadings, evidence, and hearings before election officers and tribunals.
Applications are filed with the Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines, examined for conflicts, published for opposition, then registered if clear. Specimens and class selection must match actual goods or services. We handle searches, filings, and oppositions for brands entering the market.
Unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or public performance of protected works may infringe copyright under the Intellectual Property Code. Fair use and licensing defenses exist for education, news, and commentary. Rights holders may seek damages, injunctions, and criminal complaints where applicable.
Trademark, unfair competition, and cybercrime remedies may apply to copycat domains, social pages, and marketplace listings. Platform takedown notices and IPO complaints can be combined. Document infringing use promptly and reach us through the
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Operators typically need approvals from the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation and must comply with AML, tax, and technical standards. Offshore and domestic models face different rules. We advise on licensing strategy before product launch.
PAGCOR sets licensing conditions, reporting obligations, responsible gaming standards, and audits of systems and finances. Non-compliance can lead to fines, suspension, or revocation. Our team supports permit applications, renewals, and regulatory correspondence.
Brand expansions usually require regulatory approval and updated compliance documentation. Domain, payment, and affiliate structures must remain within licensed scope. We review brand portfolios for operators scaling in regulated markets.
Skill games, loot mechanics, and crypto rewards may still trigger gambling, promotion, or payment regulations depending on design. Terms of use and prize fulfillment should be vetted before marketing to Philippine users. Early legal review reduces enforcement surprises.
Our Makati branch is at 21/F 8 Rockwell, Hidalgo Drive, Rockwell Center, Makati City. It serves corporate, litigation, and debt collection clients in the CBD. Schedule visits through the
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The Pasig office is at 19/F Marco Polo Ortigas, Sapphire Road, Ortigas Center; the Manila office is at 12/F Times Plaza Building, UN Avenue corner Taft Avenue, Ermita. Appointments help us assign the right specialist. See full details on our
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Yes. Attorneys across Makati, Pasig, and Manila collaborate on debt collection, corporate law, civil litigation, and specialty matters. Files are coordinated centrally so clients need not travel for every task. Phone +63 (917) 500 0453 for routing to the right team.
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