Practice areas

HOW WE CAN HELP

Strategic counsel. Practical solutions. Proven results.

At MALM Law, we deliver sophisticated counsel across a broad spectrum of legal services with a focus on quality, responsiveness, and strategic value. Our team of experienced professionals is dedicated to delivering practical and goal-oriented guidance for individuals, corporations, and institutions across diverse industries. From corporate transactions and real estate deals to immigration, tax, labor, and litigation matters, we deliver comprehensive legal solutions backed by our deep understanding of Philippine law and regulatory frameworks.

Corporate and Commercial Law

Business Registration and Regulatory Compliance

We assist local and foreign clients in registering their businesses with the appropriate government agencies, including the SEC, DTI, BIR, and local government units. We also provide ongoing support to ensure compliance with industry-specific and general business regulations.

Corporate Housekeeping
We offer end-to-end corporate secretarial services, including the drafting of board and shareholder resolutions, maintenance of corporate records, conduct of meetings, and compliance with mandatory disclosures and reporting requirements.
Tax Compliance and Advisory
Our firm provides guidance on tax planning, compliance, and the resolution of tax assessments and disputes. We support clients in managing their obligations under national and local tax laws and in dealing with the BIR and other taxing authorities.
Banking and Finance
We advise financial institutions and borrowers on lending, credit facilities, loan restructuring, securities, and financial regulatory compliance. Our team ensures clients’ transactions align with Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) rules and other applicable laws.
AMLA Compliance

We help covered entities develop and implement internal anti-money laundering frameworks. Our services include risk assessments, drafting compliance manuals, training programs, and representation in proceedings before the Anti-Money Laundering Council (AMLC).

Intellectual Property
Registration and Protection
We assist clients in securing, enforcing, and commercializing their intellectual property rights. Services include trademark and copyright registration, IP portfolio management, licensing, and representation before the IPOPHL.

Real Estate, Estate, and Wealth Planning

Land Acquisition and Property Transfer
We provide end-to-end legal services for the acquisition and transfer of real estate, tailored for individuals, corporations, and investors navigating Philippine property laws. Our services include Comprehensive Due Diligence (verification of property titles, tax status, liens, encumbrances, adverse claims, and seller’s authority to transfer ownership), Preparation and Review of draft Deeds of Absolute Sale, Contracts to Sell, Deeds of Donation, and other transfer instruments, Full Regulatory Support for transactions involving foreign or corporate buyers and special classes of property, Tax Compliance and Payment Processing (guidance on computation and payment, and updating of tax declarations and real property tax clearances), Title Registration and Transfer including obtaining new Trasfer Certificate of Title, Advisory for Special Transactions (inheritance, donation, partition, condominium acquisitions by non-Filipinos, mortgage execution, and annotation, and removal of liens and encumbrances), Representation in Disputes, and Notarization.
Estate Planning and Settlement
Our firm assists clients in structuring their estates to ensure orderly and tax-efficient succession. We prepare wills, deeds of donation, and trusts, and handle the settlement of estates, whether testate or intestate, including the transfer of assets.

Regulatory, Data, and Immigration

Data Privacy Compliance

Our firm assists clients in structuring their estates to ensure orderly and tax-efficient succession. We prepare wills, deeds of donation, and trusts, and handle the settlement of estates, whether testate or intestate, including the transfer of assets.

Immigration

We provide comprehensive immigration services to both individuals and corporate clients. Our offerings include: Visa Applications and Processing [9(g) pre-arranged employment visa, Special Resident Retiree’s Visas (SRRVs), Special Investor’s Resident Visa (SIRV), and other long-term or special visa categories]; end-to-end support for securing Alien Employment Permits (AEPs) and other labor-related permits issued by the BoI, DOLE, and related agencies; Corporate Immigration Solutions on transfer, hiring, and management of expatriate employees; and Representation and Advocacy in administrative proceedings, investigations, and appeals involving immigration authorities.

Labor and Employment Law

Labor Compliance and Advisory

We advise employers in navigating the complexities of labor and employment law compliance. Our services include: Advisory on Compliance with the Labor Code employment standards and workplace regulations, Drafting and Review of employment contracts, company policies, employee handbooks, HR policies, and collective bargaining agreements, and conducting Legal Audits and Compliance Checks.

Employment Dispute Resolution
We represent both employers and employees in labor disputes before the NLRC, DOLE, and voluntary arbitration panels, at all stages. Our services include Representation in Cases relating to illegal dismissal, wage and benefit claims, unfair labor practices, union-management disputes, and other administrative proceedings. We also offer Negotiation and Settlement Support for CBA-related labor disputes.

Dispute Resolution and Litigation

We offer strategic dispute resolution services through Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) and Litigation, always prioritizing practical solutions and favorable outcomes. We provide representation in Negotiation, Mediation, and Arbitration, as well as in Civil, Criminal, Commercial, and Administrative cases at all stages of litigation and before all judicial levels and quasi-judicial agencies.

Our measured, results-driven approach is designed to resolve conflicts efficiently and secure the best possible resolution for our clients, minimizing risks, costs, and disruptions, while safeguarding their interests with diligence and integrity.