Kristin Charisse C. Siao
Villaraza & Angangco (V&A Law)Noted for its ‘commendable commitment’ to its clientele, the team at Villaraza & Angangco (V&A Law) is well equipped to handle the broad range of complex work. Such work includes assisting with significant joint ventures, the development and construction projects of considerable scale, and with divestments and sales of high-value. Raoul Angangco has significant experience handling work in the real estate, energy and construction sectors, Sylvette Y. Tankiang’s areas of specialism include taxation, and power and energy, while Kristin Charisse C. Siao provides end-to-end support across the array of complex and high-value transactions. The three lead the practice alongside Juanito L. Sañosa, who joined in April 2024, following the January 2024 departure of former co-lead Franchette Acosta.
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Testimonials
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‘Very collaborative, responsive, and professional.’
‘Their commitment to provide their services, from associate to senior partners, is commendable.’
‘They respond in a timely manner.’
‘Deep industry and M&A knowledge.’
‘Responsive - they are known experts in M&A.’
‘Team was always available. Female-led team who were able to talk confidently to clients.’
‘Availability and client service.’
Key clients
- Coca-Cola Europacific Partners plc.
- Fountel Corporation and its subsidiary, Felicitas Antoinette, Inc.
- Staffing Management, LLC dba Elite365 Healthcare Workforce Solutions
- Manila Water Philippines Ventures, Inc.
- Boda Data Holding Limited
- Global Infrastructure Partners
- ACEN Corporation
- ib Vogt (Singapore) Pte Ltd
- AC Logistics Holdings Corporation
- Globe Telecom, Inc.
Work highlights
- Assisted in the acquisition by Coca-Cola Europacific Partners plc and Aboitiz Equity Ventures Inc. through a joint venture company, of 100% of the outstanding shares of Coca-Cola Beverages Philippines, Inc.
- Acted as lead counsel for Fountel Corporation and its subsidiary, Felicitas Antoinette, Inc., assisting with projecting their financial interests relating to preparing documentation for the sale of its shares in a public healthcare company in the Philippines.
- Assisted in the joint venture of ACEN and IBV for the development and construction of solar power plants with a total aggregate capacity of up to 1,200 MWdc.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Raoul R. Angangco, Sylvette Y. Tankiang, Juanito L. Sañosa, Kristin Charisse C. Siao