

What is a Certificate of Good Standing? Do I Really Need it?
Is your company in good standing? This question is usually asked by various stakeholders such as your company’s creditors, suppliers, custom


Legal Issues That Businesses May Encounter (Do You Really Need a Lawyer?)
“Every person must, in the exercise of his rights and in the performance of his duties, act with justice, give everyone his due, and observe


Things to Remember When Making and Reviewing Contracts
Have you ever tried signing a contract without bothering to read its contents? Or you attempted to read it but gave up midway because you di


Part 2: Corporations, Branch, and ROHQ
In Part 1, I discussed the first two types of business organizations. In this article, I will discuss corporations, branch and representativ


Part 1: You Need These Documents to Start a Business in the Philippines
In this two-part series, I will discuss the legal documents that need to be submitted to the applicable government agency in order to organi


How Can Philippine Businesses Adapt with the Advent of the ASEAN Integration?
Now with the ASEAN integration taking form in the Philippines such as the initiatives or proposals to allow free movement of goods, services


Part 3: Importance of Securing the Legal Requirements
In this last article, we will discuss why it is important to secure all legal requirements for your business.


Part 2: Business Permit and Other Registrations
Today, we will discuss the necessary permits and registrations relating to starting a business.


Part 1: Register the Business Organization
Starting a business in the Philippines can be a bit confusing because of the many legal requirements necessary before a business can operate


Part 4: Alternatives to Organizing and Registering a Stock Corporation
Instead of organizing and registering and corporation, foreign corporations wishing to have a presence in the Philippines may also register