Well-regarded for its expertise in labour and industrial relations, Martinez Vergara & Gonzalez Sociedad's team's workload includes advising on employment contracts, government notices, and termination notices. Head of the team Reynaldo Dizon is knowledgeable of statutory and reportorial requirements as well as labour policy manuals and employee handbooks. Kristine Bongcaron is proficient in assisting clients with union-related concerns and often advises foreign clients on the direct hiring of Filipino nationals. Miguel Sevilla’s practice encompasses occupational safety and health standards in addition to social security law compliance.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘They are very accommodating.'

  • 'The firm's knowledge in labour and employment laws is beyond question. The lawyers have extensive practical experience, honed from years of actual, on the ground experience. They give timely advice based on our agreed timelines and are always ready to lend a helping hand.'

  • 'Very accessible.'

  • 'What makes their practice unique is that Reynaldo Dizon and Miguel R. Sevilla have a keen knowledge of the latest labour laws and update us regularly. They have also given us timely updates on the matters they are handling for us.'

  • 'Their key strength is that they have made it a point to be updated on the latest laws and have thus studied on how these laws impact their clients, including our company.'

  • 'As compared to other firms, they have proven to be very accessible and have made it a point to make themselves available to us at a moment’s notice.'

  • 'We are satisfied with their services; it's accommodating and rates are reasonable.'

Key clients

  • So-En Garments Corporation

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Reynaldo Dizon

Other key lawyers

Kristine Bongcaron: Miguel Sevilla