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Promotion Announcement

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We are delighted to announce the promotion of Pramela D. Menghrajani to Senior Associate of the Firm, effective 1 January 2026. Pramela is a CPA-lawyer whose practice focuses on Tax, Mergers and Acquisitions, and Corporate…

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Atty. Lily Gruba Recognized as a Legal Icon in Law.asia’s A-List 2025

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18 Sep 2025

GRUBA Law proudly congratulates our founding partner, Atty. Lily Gruba, for being named among the Legal Icons in Asia Business Law Journal’s The A-List: Top Lawyers Philippines 2025. This year’s list highlights 100 of the…

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Atty. Lily Gruba in 2024 A-List of Top 100 Lawyers by Business Law Journal

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15 May 2025

Atty. Lily Gruba has once again solidified her position among the Philippines’ legal elite by being named to the 2024 A-List of Top 100 Lawyers by Asia Business Law Journal.…

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SEC Clarifies E-Commerce as Retail Trade Under the Retail Trade Liberalization Act

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15 May 2025

On February 17, 2025, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) issued Opinion No. 25-03, addressing the regulatory classification of e-commerce activities by manufacturers under the Retail Trade Liberalization Act (RTLA)…

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Understanding Trusts: A Legal Guide for Filipinos by Atty. Patricia Mae Dela Rosa

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5 May 2025

In the realm of estate planning and wealth management, trusts play a pivotal role in safeguarding assets, ensuring smooth succession, and preserving financial legacies. In the Philippines, trusts are governed…

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VAT on Digital Services: What You Need to Know About the New BIR Rules

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2 Apr 2025

Streaming your favorite shows, subscribing to an online course, or using a cloud storage service? Starting this year, the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) has implemented new Value-Added Tax (VAT)…

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Can Toll Regulators Access CCTV Footage Without Violating Privacy?

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6 Mar 2025

Imagine driving down the highway, knowing that every toll booth and surveillance camera is being monitored. What happens when regulators request access to these cameras? Should you be concerned about…

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Why a Country Club’s Board Can’t Deviate From 1-Year Director Terms: SEC Ruling Explained

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24 Feb 2025

On September 11, 2024, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) issued Opinion No. 24-23 in response to a request from Alabang Country Club, Inc. (ACCI). The opinion clarified whether ACCI…

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Directors’ Liability for Climate Change and SEC Sustainability Reporting

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19 Feb 2025

Climate change is not just an environmental issue—it’s a business risk. In recent years, the legal and regulatory landscape has shifted, and corporate directors are facing growing expectations to address…

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Celebrating Excellence in Tax Law: Atty. Juan Miguel Victor “Micoy” de la Fuente Achieves Band 3 Ranking

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13 Dec 2024

We are proud to announce that Atty. Juan Miguel Victor “Micoy” de la Fuente, Senior Partner at Gruba Law, has been distinguished as Band 3 in Tax by Chambers and…

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GRUBA LAW Earns Top Honors in Asia Law Awards

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19 Sep 2024

GRUBA LAW continues to set the bar in the legal industry, earning multiple accolades in the latest Asia Law rankings. Recognized as an Outstanding Firm for Tax, a Recommended Firm…

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GRUBA LAW Recognized in IFLR1000 Financial & Corporate Guide

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19 Sep 2024

GRUBA LAW continues to secure its reputation as one of the top financial law firms in the Philippines, receiving recognition in the 2024 edition of the IFLR1000: Financial & Corporate…

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Newly Elected as Independent Director for the period 2024 to 2027 Atty. Anjo Caganda of Gruba Law

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22 Jul 2024

The Philippine Electricity Market Corporation (PEMC) recently announced the election of Atty. Anjo Caganda, a distinguished Senior Partner at Gruba Law, to its Board of Directors. Atty. Caganda brings a…

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A Floating Expedition into RMC No. 5-2024 and RMC No. 38-2024, Tax Implications on Cross-border Services

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17 May 2024

How do we tax services performed in outer space? Let’s float around the rules laid down in Revenue Memorandum Circular (RMC) No. 5-2024 and RMC No. 38-2024 which clarifies the…

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Sy-blings choose top tax abogado Lily Gruba as new SM Investments director

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30 Mar 2024

SM Investments is filling up the ninth board seat in its upcoming stockholders meeting on April 24. The P1.2-trillion worth holding company of the Sy family has nominated Abogado Lily…

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Jorge Alfonso “Coby” Melo appointed as new Managing Partner

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5 Mar 2024

Gruba Law (Gruba Caganda Advincula Melo & de la Fuente) is pleased to announce that Jorge Alfonso “Coby” Melo has been appointed as the new Managing Partner of the Firm.…

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GrubaLaw: Ranked Tier 3 in Banking and Finance by Legal500

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1 Feb 2024

Gruba Law, previously known as Zambrano Gruba Caganda & Advincula, has established itself as a leading force in the legal industry, particularly in the realms of banking and energy sector…

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Gruba Law (formerly known as Zambrano Gruba Caganda & Advincula): A Top Tier 1 Firm in Tax and Recommended in Four Key Areas by Legal 500 Asia-Pacific Rankings

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29 Jan 2024

In the competitive world of legal services, recognition and awards serve as a testament to a firm’s excellence and commitment to its clients. Gruba Law, a leading law firm based…

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The Legal 500 Asia-Pacific 2023 Rankings

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22 Feb 2023

For the year 2023, the Legal 500 Asia-Pacific recognizes ZGLaw and its partners under the respective categories: Leading Individuals Lily Gruba – Tax Jack Advincula – Banking & Finance Jorge…

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Guide to Doing Business in the Philippines: ZGLaw partners with French Chamber of Commerce

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7 Dec 2022

In partnership with the French Chamber of Commerce and Industry in the Philippines, the firm co-wrote the article entitled, “The Guide for Entrepreneurs” which is intended to assist companies and…

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ZGLaw welcomes Atty. Antero Jose M. Caganda as Managing Partner; Newest partner and senior associate

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