Corporate & Commercial Law Lawyer in Cebu City
We act as Philippine corporate counsel for Cebu businesses — SEC registration and filings, foreign ownership structuring, shareholders' and joint venture agreements, franchising and distribution, hospitality and tourism contracts, and ongoing compliance — handled remotely with local attendance where needed.
Most Cebu corporate work does not require anyone to be physically in Cebu. SEC filings are largely electronic, with the Cebu Extension Office available for Visayas-based submissions, and drafting, negotiation, and advice run over email and video conference. What does need presence — signing, notarisation, and local permits at the city or municipality — is arranged locally or on a scheduled visit. We are explicit at engagement about which steps fall into which category so the cost is predictable.
Services
- SEC registration of corporations and partnerships
- Foreign investment structuring and compliance with the Foreign Investments Act
- Drafting and review of shareholders', joint venture, and stockholders' agreements
- Mergers, acquisitions, and corporate restructuring
- Corporate housekeeping, by-laws, and board governance
- Commercial contracts: supply, distribution, services, licensing
- Due diligence for transactions and financing
- Management of contract negotiation, review, and drafting of specialized contracts on energy, construction, and general corporate contracts
Frequently asked questions
Can we register a Cebu company without travelling to Manila?
Yes. SEC registration is handled largely online, with the Cebu Extension Office available for Visayas filings, and local permits are secured where you operate.
Do you handle franchising for Cebu-based brands?
Yes — franchise agreements, disclosure practice, territory and fee structures, trademark licensing and protection, and enforcement against franchisees who breach or continue trading after termination.
Can you act alongside our existing Cebu lawyer?
Regularly. We often take the national agency and specialist work while local counsel handles court appearances, with clear division of scope agreed at the start.
See also: Corporate & Commercial Law · Cebu City
Contact Eleazar Bangi & Associates Law Firm
Office: 511 Bell Mansion, Bagong Pag-asa, Quezon City, Metro Manila 1105, Philippines. Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Email: rjbangi@reblegal.com. WhatsApp and Viber available. Contact us.