Quisumbing Torres’ group ‘always goes the extra mile’ when assisting its roster of clients, which features listed companies and multinational corporations. The team handles work ranging from the structuring of foreign investments and the creation of preparatory and ancillary agreements, to advising on sale and purchase agreements. Further, it advises on transactions including corporate reorganisations, joint ventures and M&A. Team head Maria Christina Macasaet-Acaban has expertise in handling matters in the healthcare and life sciences industry sectors in particular. Dennis Quintero harnesses experience in projects, EMI and corporate and M&A matters, while Julius Cervantes is noteworthy for his handling of corporate maintenance services-related cases. Diane Maxima Singayan-Mallillin left the firm.
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‘The team is accessible, easy to work with and they provide reliable and timely feedback. I appreciate the market updates as well which are based on industry developments.’
‘They have good rapport with clients, always go the extra mile. The lawyers are professional, responsive and relevant. Maria Christina Macasaet-Acaban, Luisa Fernandez-Guina, Lesley Mondez and Charles Veloso are all stand-out.’
'The individuals personally attend to critical issues from until they are resolved.'
'The team is focused on issues and get things done on schedule.'
Key clients
- Alphabet (Google Inc.)
- Allianz
- Changi Airport International Pte. Ltd.
- GlaxoSmithKline
- Prudential Corporation Asia (Prudential Asia)
- Shell Pilipinas Corporation
- Space Exploration Technologies Corporation
- Universal Entertainment Corporation
Work highlights
- Assisted a multinational computer drive manufacturer and data storage company in the Philippine aspect of the global reorganization.
- Advised a global multinational specialty chemical company in its asset transfer pursuant to a global acquisition of a major conglomerate that produces construction products.
- Acted as counsel for buyer, a leading global financial services firm in connection with its acquisition of a technology company located in the USA.
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Maria Christina Macasaet-Acaban