Your Partner in Growth & Compliance
Empowering Businesses Through Legal Excellence
Empowering Businesses Through Legal Excellence
Empowering Businesses Through Legal Excellence
At De Castro Lawfirm, we are more than legal advisors—we are business partners dedicated to guiding entrepreneurs, startups, MSMEs, and investors through the complexities of doing business in the Philippines. With years of experience across corporate, labor, immigration, and regulatory law, our team provides practical, reliable, and client-focused legal solutions that enable companies to grow with confidence.
WE WORK WITH BUSINESSES ACROSS VARIOUS INDUSTRIES
Our Values
Our Values
We envision a thriving business environment in the Philippines where both local and international companies can operate seamlessly, securely, and sustainably—with legal structures that support innovation and long-term success.
We envision a thriving business environment in the Philippines where both local and international companies can operate seamlessly, securely, and sustainably—with legal structures that support innovation and long-term success.
Integrity
We hold ourselves to the highest ethical standards in every transaction.loyees you care about, the customers who became friends, and the reputation you’ve spent years cultivating.
Integrity
We hold ourselves to the highest ethical standards in every transaction.loyees you care about, the customers who became friends, and the reputation you’ve spent years cultivating.
Integrity
We hold ourselves to the highest ethical standards in every transaction.loyees you care about, the customers who became friends, and the reputation you’ve spent years cultivating.
Excellence
We deliver solutions that are accurate, effective, and tailored to each client’s unique needs.
Excellence
We deliver solutions that are accurate, effective, and tailored to each client’s unique needs.
Excellence
We deliver solutions that are accurate, effective, and tailored to each client’s unique needs.
Commitment
We provide not just legal advice, but continuous support as your business grows.
Commitment
We provide not just legal advice, but continuous support as your business grows.
Commitment
We provide not just legal advice, but continuous support as your business grows.
Collaboration
We work hand in hand with entrepreneurs, HR professionals, and investors to create lasting partnerships.
Collaboration
We work hand in hand with entrepreneurs, HR professionals, and investors to create lasting partnerships.
Collaboration
We work hand in hand with entrepreneurs, HR professionals, and investors to create lasting partnerships.
Innovation
We embrace modern solutions, including training and masterclasses, to keep businesses ahead of regulatory and market changes.
Innovation
We embrace modern solutions, including training and masterclasses, to keep businesses ahead of regulatory and market changes.
Innovation
We embrace modern solutions, including training and masterclasses, to keep businesses ahead of regulatory and market changes.
Our Mission
Our Mission
To simplify complex corporate needs while enriching a long term relationship with our partners.
To simplify complex corporate needs while enriching a long term relationship with our partners.
Our Vission
Our Vission
To be a global leader in driving positive impact, delivering transformative solutions, and leaving a lasting legacy of progress and prosperity.
To be a global leader in driving positive impact, delivering transformative solutions, and leaving a lasting legacy of progress and prosperity.
Why Choose Us
We go beyond traditional legal services by combining deep expertise, practical business insights, and long-term commitment. Our team delivers solutions that not only ensure compliance but also empower businesses to grow confidently in the Philippines.
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Proven Expertise
Decades of combined experience in corporate, labor, and immigration law
Successful track record across multiple industries
Trusted by startups, MSMEs, and multinational companies
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Proven Expertise
Decades of combined experience in corporate, labor, and immigration law
Successful track record across multiple industries
Trusted by startups, MSMEs, and multinational companies
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Proven Expertise
Decades of combined experience in corporate, labor, and immigration law
Successful track record across multiple industries
Trusted by startups, MSMEs, and multinational companies
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Business-Focused
Legal strategies aligned with real business needs
Deep understanding of Philippine business culture
Practical solutions that balance compliance and growth
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Business-Focused
Legal strategies aligned with real business needs
Deep understanding of Philippine business culture
Practical solutions that balance compliance and growth
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Business-Focused
Legal strategies aligned with real business needs
Deep understanding of Philippine business culture
Practical solutions that balance compliance and growth
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End-to-End Solutionsent Communication
Company registration, incorporation, and permits
Visa and immigration support for investors and employees
Intellectual property protection and ESG compliance
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End-to-End Solutionsent Communication
Company registration, incorporation, and permits
Visa and immigration support for investors and employees
Intellectual property protection and ESG compliance
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End-to-End Solutionsent Communication
Company registration, incorporation, and permits
Visa and immigration support for investors and employees
Intellectual property protection and ESG compliance
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Ongoing Guidance
Continuous legal and regulatory support after setup
Proactive updates on changing laws and requirements
Long-term partnership that grows with your business
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Ongoing Guidance
Continuous legal and regulatory support after setup
Proactive updates on changing laws and requirements
Long-term partnership that grows with your business
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Ongoing Guidance
Continuous legal and regulatory support after setup
Proactive updates on changing laws and requirements
Long-term partnership that grows with your business
Our Practices
We provide a full range of legal and business services designed to help companies thrive in the Philippines. From corporate registration and intellectual property protection to labor law, immigration, compliance, and dispute resolution, our team ensures your business is legally sound, compliant, and ready for growth.
Corporate & Commercial Law
We help businesses with company registration, incorporation, permits, and contract drafting to ensure smooth operations and legal compliance.
Corporate & Commercial Law
We help businesses with company registration, incorporation, permits, and contract drafting to ensure smooth operations and legal compliance.
Corporate & Commercial Law
We help businesses with company registration, incorporation, permits, and contract drafting to ensure smooth operations and legal compliance.
Intellectual Property (IP) Law
Our team protects your innovations through trademark, copyright, and patent registration, plus enforcement against infringement.
Intellectual Property (IP) Law
Our team protects your innovations through trademark, copyright, and patent registration, plus enforcement against infringement.
Intellectual Property (IP) Law
Our team protects your innovations through trademark, copyright, and patent registration, plus enforcement against infringement.
Labor & Employment Law
We provide HR and employment law guidance, from drafting contracts and payroll compliance to handling labor disputes.
Labor & Employment Law
We provide HR and employment law guidance, from drafting contracts and payroll compliance to handling labor disputes.
Labor & Employment Law
We provide HR and employment law guidance, from drafting contracts and payroll compliance to handling labor disputes.
Immigration & Visa Services
We assist with work permits, investor visas, and residency applications so you can focus on business without immigration hurdles.
Immigration & Visa Services
We assist with work permits, investor visas, and residency applications so you can focus on business without immigration hurdles.
Immigration & Visa Services
We assist with work permits, investor visas, and residency applications so you can focus on business without immigration hurdles.
Regulatory & Compliance Advisory
We ensure your business meets industry regulations, covering ESG, product registration, and data privacy compliance.
Regulatory & Compliance Advisory
We ensure your business meets industry regulations, covering ESG, product registration, and data privacy compliance.
Regulatory & Compliance Advisory
We ensure your business meets industry regulations, covering ESG, product registration, and data privacy compliance.
Tax & Finance Law
Our lawyers advise on tax registration, structuring, and payroll compliance, helping businesses optimize incentives and avoid penalties.
Tax & Finance Law
Our lawyers advise on tax registration, structuring, and payroll compliance, helping businesses optimize incentives and avoid penalties.
Tax & Finance Law
Our lawyers advise on tax registration, structuring, and payroll compliance, helping businesses optimize incentives and avoid penalties.
Dedicated Client Support
HR & Labor Law Guidance
Proven Corporate Experience
Regulatory & ESG Advisory
Dedicated Client Support
HR & Labor Law Guidance
Proven Corporate Experience
Regulatory & ESG Advisory
Dedicated Client Support
HR & Labor Law Guidance
Proven Corporate Experience
Regulatory & ESG Advisory
Intellectual Property Protection
Seamless Business Registration
Trusted Legal Expertise
End-to-End Compliance
Intellectual Property Protection
Seamless Business Registration
Trusted Legal Expertise
End-to-End Compliance
Intellectual Property Protection
Seamless Business Registration
Trusted Legal Expertise
End-to-End Compliance
Meet Our team
Meet Our team
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What types of businesses do you work with?
We work with entrepreneurs, startups, MSMEs, and investors across various industries looking to establish or expand operations in the Philippines.
What types of businesses do you work with?
We work with entrepreneurs, startups, MSMEs, and investors across various industries looking to establish or expand operations in the Philippines.
What types of businesses do you work with?
We work with entrepreneurs, startups, MSMEs, and investors across various industries looking to establish or expand operations in the Philippines.
How long does it take to register a company in the Philippines?
How long does it take to register a company in the Philippines?
How long does it take to register a company in the Philippines?
Can you help with intellectual property protection?
Can you help with intellectual property protection?
Can you help with intellectual property protection?
Do you provide assistance with work visas and permits?
Do you provide assistance with work visas and permits?
Do you provide assistance with work visas and permits?
What HR and labor services do you offer?
What HR and labor services do you offer?
What HR and labor services do you offer?
Do you offer ongoing support after company registration?
Do you offer ongoing support after company registration?
Do you offer ongoing support after company registration?
Can foreign investors work with your firm?
Can foreign investors work with your firm?
Can foreign investors work with your firm?
What makes your firm different from others?
What makes your firm different from others?
What makes your firm different from others?
Your Partner in Growth & Compliance
Our team is here to simplify registration, ensure compliance, and provide ongoing legal support. Let us handle the complexities so you can focus on building your success.
Your Partner in Growth & Compliance
Our team is here to simplify registration, ensure compliance, and provide ongoing legal support. Let us handle the complexities so you can focus on building your success.
Your Partner in Growth & Compliance
Our team is here to simplify registration, ensure compliance, and provide ongoing legal support. Let us handle the complexities so you can focus on building your success.