Labour and employment

Gatmaytan Yap Patacsil Gutierrez & Protacio (C&G Law)

Gatmaytan Yap Patacsil Gutierrez & Protacio (C&G Law)'s team has a standout track-record representing clients in labour disputes before the National Labour Relations Commission and the Supreme Court. It also often advises clients on obtaining working visas and permits. The practice’s workload also includes assisting with employment terminations, internal investigations pertaining to employee fraud or negligence and the preparation and review of employment contracts. Head of the team Cesar Santamaria and Katrine Paula Suyat-Antonio are adept in employment litigation and advisory work, while Vladi Miguel Lazaro is also noted for his capabilities in contentious mandates. Nicolo Mendiola assists multinational companies with reviewing policies and employment contracts to ensure compliance with domestic laws and regulations.

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Testimonials

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‘C&G Law is very dependable and they are always available to address our concerns. They have been very responsive and proactive and their team is well-staffed and well-trained.'
'Their client service is outstanding. They have commercial awareness and offer practical legal solutions to issues.'
‘Vladi Lazaro knows the law very well and is good at giving practical examples and suggestions. He also understands regulators' expectations and how they think in the Philippines, which is useful.’
‘Vladi Lazaro's advice is always practical and he guides you in the right direction.’
‘Vladi Miguel Lazaro is of the best lawyers we have worked with. He responds to our questions and requests, even at short notice, and is very thorough. He is very reliable and has extensive experience of Philippine law. ’

Work highlights

Represented a client with an illegal dismissal case filed by its former Regional Manager before the National Labor Relations Commission.
Represented a client with over 25 ongoing labour cases filed by employees found by the client to have committed various violations of company policies ranging from gaming behaviour, harassment, to fraud.
Represented a client whose employee with behavior and performance issues has claimed a mental health condition.