Litigation and Appellate Practice

The firm’s success in litigation stems from a deliberate and disciplined approach to case handling, anchored on deep legal insight, strategic preparation, and the finely-honed courtroom skills of our trial lawyers. We treat every case as distinct and deserving of close attention—assigning to each matter a carefully selected team of seasoned litigators with relevant experience across diverse legal fields.

Our litigation practice covers the full range of disputes—civil, criminal, administrative, and special proceedings—before all levels of courts and quasi-judicial bodies. From the first pleading filed to the final appeal, we are committed to providing rigorous advocacy, efficient case management, and client-focused legal strategies.

Our services include:

• Civil Litigation: Breach of contract, torts, property disputes, succession conflicts, and intra-corporate controversies
• Criminal Litigation: Defense or prosecution in cases involving economic crimes, white-collar offenses, and regulatory violations
• Labor and Employment Cases: Illegal dismissal, money claims, unfair labor practices, and representation before labor arbiters, NLRC, and appellate courts
• Special Proceedings: Guardianship, estate settlement, habeas corpus, and other judicial remedies requiring formal court approval
• Administrative Cases and Investigations: Representation before government agencies and professional regulatory bodies, including administrative investigations, disciplinary proceedings, and compliance hearings
• Special Civil Actions: Certiorari, prohibition, mandamus, quo warranto, injunctions, and declaratory relief
• Appellate Practice: Handling of appeals before the Court of Appeals, Sandiganbayan, and the Supreme Court, including petitions for review and other extraordinary legal remedies

Our litigation team operates with a firm grasp of both procedural precision and practical outcomes. Whether navigating complex multi-party disputes or securing urgent relief through provisional remedies, we provide tenacious and principled representation at every stage of the judicial process.