Puyat Jacinto & Santos (PJS Law)

A highly regarded law firm Puyat Jacinto & Santos enjoys another year of ‘Outstanding’ tier in Energy and Construction tables. The firm has been very active in banking and finance, competition/antitrust and corporate and M&A. Monalisa Dimalanta is a key lawyer in the energy sector.

Banking and finance

Work highlights

Assisting Golden Legacy Finance Corporation in regards to its $19 million corporate term loan facility with the United Coconut Planters Bank.

Key clients

Altus Capital, Tala Financing Philippines

Competition/antitrust

Work highlights

Represented Uber before the PCC in a case concerning possible anti-competitive effect from Uber’s acquisition of 28.5% shares in Grab.

Key clients

Aboitiz Power Corporation

Construction

Work highlights                                                                                                                                      

Advised San Buenventura Power in relation to the development of a coal-fired thermal power plant. The firm was involved in various aspects of the project including reviewing of the power supply agreement and obtaining proper licenses and permits.

Key clients

Metpower Venture Partners Holdings

Corporate and M&A

Work highlights

Assisted Universal Robina Corporation and its subsidiary, URC Snack Foods in the negotiations for a joint venture with Calbee and the related party agreements.

Acted for Electricity Generating Public (EGCO Group) in the sale of its 49% indirect interest in Masinloc Power Partners Company.

Represented North Renewables Energy Corporation in the purchase of all of the shares in VSNRGC, the administrator for the generated capacity of the 70MW Bakun hydropower plant.

Key clients

Uber, Universal Robina Corporation

Dispute resolution

Work highlights

Representing several power generation companies in disputes over construction and operations of their facilities.

Labour and employment

Work highlights

Advising FPD Asia Property Services in regards to labour contracting and compliance with the latest regulation laws.

Key clients

Medcor

Client feedback

“Agile service with profound knowledge of banking regulation and practice.” – Banking and finance

“Demonstrated expertise in the subject matter; clear and straightforward advice; personable and friendly partners.” – Capital markets

“PJS law firm is very responsive and has deep knowledge in the technical aspects of capital markets transactions and taxation rules in the Philippines.” – Capital markets

“Easy to work with; quick and relevant advise; strong in transactions, especially in M&As.” – Corporate and M&A

“The company gave us impeccable advice on the various ways to protect our interests in the future transfer of shares. They also assisted us greatly in the Philippine Competition Commission process.” – Corporate and M&A

“Very strong foundation and legal aspects of the formation of new companies and joint ventures.” – Corporate and M&A

“The lawyers of PJS Law especially Roy Enrico Santos were very accommodating and well versed when it comes to legal matters. Experienced in handling multiple cases in different fields is one of their strengths.” – Dispute resolution

“The firm is practical in approach; has obvious knowledge and experience in areas where we sought advice and feedback. Strategic in thinking and can also provide assistance in implementing the recommended course of action.” – Dispute resolution

“We've been fortunate to have them as advisers since their expertise and service permeates all aspects of project development.” – Energy

“Very reliable firm overall. Deep bench team; partners are available to respond to queries around the clock; proposes flexible and outside the box solutions with experience and knowledge in the sector.” – Energy

“PJS is on time and very detailed in terms of reviewing the contracts.” – Oil and gas

Maria Raquel Chavez

“Agile service with profound knowledge of the finance and banking industry.”

Ramil Bugayong

“Demonstrated expertise in matters related to banking and finance.”

“Ramil is highly attentive to details, very technical and responsive of our needs.”

Monalisa Dimalanta

“One of the best lawyers in the Philippines. Terrific understanding of the commercial needs of the business together with the legalities to be handled.”

Roy Enrico Santos

“He exceeds our expectations in providing the legal services that we are looking for. He goes above and beyond to ensure that our concerns are answered according to the law.”

Fidel Valeros

“Practical in his approach and responsive - immediately calls back or responds to email.”

Najha Katrina Estrella

“She always takes the extra mile. She is our trusted adviser. She understands our corporate needs and an expert in energy, environment and policy.”

Rowena Fatima Salonga

“Soft spoken but holds firm on critical issues; responsive and responsible; knowledgeable about the industry and can opine on market practice; honest and professional.”