Villaraza & Angangco

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Banking and finance
“Very professional and efficient.”

Financial services regulatory
“V&A’s strength is that they provide well-researched and carefully analysed legal advice. They think out of the box and anticipate varying circumstances and oppositions which we may encounter from other stakeholders. They provide strategic options which we may consider, ensuring that its position will not be compromised.”

M&A
“Villaraza & Angangco has a deep understanding of local practice and is swift in finding the best solution against a very complex background. Their professional service impressed the clients, and they can provide services tailored to the clients' needs.”
“Well-versed in the energy sector and M&A. Very responsive. Senior members are actively involved. Has deep M&A experience. Meets committed timelines.”

Project development
“The project requires advice on various areas of law (such as litigation, contract review, and advice on national and local laws and regulations affecting the project). Being a full-service law firm, V&A can assist us with all our requests for reviews and legal opinions. They have dedicated experts (senior partners) who are hands-on, which I appreciate a lot. They are very reasonable in their bills, which helps me manage the project costs.”

Restructuring
“Professional and proactive.”

Villaraza and Angangco Law (V&A Law) is a full-service law firm that has been at the forefront of the legal industry in the Philippines since its founding in 1980. It is widely recognized as one of the top law firms in the country, with a reputation for excellence, professionalism, and integrity. With 45 years of experience in the industry, the Firm has established itself as a trusted partner of both local and international clients, handling complex legal matters with efficiency and expertise.

V&A Law has four main departments that cater to the diverse needs of its clients: Corporate and Commercial Law, Intellectual Property, Litigation, and Labor. V&A Law’s team of highly skilled lawyers possess a deep understanding of the Philippine legal system and have a proven track record of delivering excellent results.

V&A Law possesses a wealth of experience and expertise making it a go-to-choice of clients seeking top-tier legal services in the Philippines. Its numerous awards and recognitions are a testament to the firm’s dedication to providing exceptional legal services to its clients.

• Banking
• Capital markets: Debt
• Capital markets: Equity
• Competition
• Financial services regulatory
• M&A
• PPP/PFI
• Private equity
• Project development

Mergers & Acquisitions
Sylvette Y. Tankiang
sy.tankiang@thefirmva.com

Kristin Charisse C. Siao
kc.siao@thefirmva.com

• Acted as local counsel for Coca-Cola Europacific Partners plc (“CCEP”) during their acquisition with Aboitiz Equity Ventures Inc. (“AEV”) through a joint venture (“JV”) company, of 100% of the outstanding shares of Coca-Cola Beverages Philippines, Inc. (“CCBPI”) from affiliates of The Coca-Cola Company (“TCCC”)

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• Consumer goods and services
• Energy
• Financial services
• Gaming
• Investment management
• Natural resources
• Real estate
• Technology and telecommunications