Understanding the Philippine 13a Visa: A Comprehensive Guide

by Atty. Francesco C. Britanico | Updated: Nov 21, 2024 | Immigration, Visa

If you’ve decided to immigrate to the Philippines and are validly married to a Filipino, you’ve likely come across the Philippine 13a visa which is a common avenue to residence in the Philippines...

Probate your Last Will and Testament while you are still alive

by Atty. Francesco C. Britanico | Updated: Aug 13, 2024 | Estate Law, Wills & Inheritance, Trusts and Wealth Management, Estate Taxes, Sales & Transfers, Ownership and Possession

Probate is a court case to prove a will. It is the court process through which it is proved that the document offered really is the testator’s valid last will and testament...

Denying Paternity in the Philippines When a Wife’s Child is Not Her Husband’s

by Atty. Francesco C. Britanico | Updated: Sep 19, 2024 | Family Law, Paternity, Custody & Support, Wills & Inheritance, Trusts and Wealth Management, Sales & Transfers, Ownership and Possession

Denying paternity in the Philippines requires filing a Petition to impugn legitimacy which must be filed with the court within a brief window of time, beyond which the action is barred by law. The legitimacy of the child will no l...

Arbitration Agreements in the Philippines

by Atty. Francesco C. Britanico | Updated: Jul 17, 2024 | Arbitration

An Arbitration Agreement in the Philippines is an agreement by the parties to submit to arbitration all or certain disputes which have arisen or which may arise between them in respect of a defined legal relationship, whether cont...

How do I register a trademark in the Philippines?

by Atty. Francesco C. Britanico | Updated: Jul 17, 2024 | Trademark, Copyright, Intellectual Property, Ownership and Possession, Governance & Compliance

IPOPHL registration means that IP rights are recognized and can be protected from trademark infringement through administrative or court cases with better success...

Trademark Statistics in the Philippines

by Atty. Francesco C. Britanico | Updated: Jul 25, 2024 | Ownership and Possession, Copyright, Trademark, Governance & Compliance

The Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL) collects Trademark Statistics in the Philippines as part of its function of overseeing trademarks...

Trademark Infringement In The Philippines

by Atty. Francesco C. Britanico | Updated: Jul 25, 2024 | Intellectual Property, Ownership and Possession, Governance & Compliance

Trademark infringement in the Philippines is any violation of any rights of the registered owner of a Mark under the law on Trademarks of the Intellectual Property Code, other applicable Intellectual Property Laws, and the acts en...

Your Guide to Limited Liability Company Registration in the Philippines

by Atty. Francesco C. Britanico | Updated: Jul 25, 2024 | Corporate Law, Corporation, Incorporation, Governance & Compliance

A domestic corporation in the Philippines, also known as a limited liability company or corporation (LLC), offers several key advantages for businesses...

Setting Up Your Business in the Philippines: Key Steps and Considerations

by Atty. Francesco C. Britanico | Updated: Oct 28, 2024 | Corporate Law, Corporation, Incorporation, Corporate Secretary, Governance & Compliance

Making sure to understand the legal framework for business registration in the Philippines is important for ensuring a smooth and successful application...

Navigating the Registration Process for Non-Profit Organizations in the Philippines

by Atty. Francesco C. Britanico | Updated: Jan 22, 2025 | Corporate Law, Corporation, Incorporation, Corporate Secretary, Governance & Compliance

Foundations and non-profit organizations play a crucial role in the Philippines, serving as vehicles for charitable, religious, educational, cultural, and social welfare initiatives...