Noted as ‘the leading firm on matters involving energy efficiency law in the Philippines’ by clients, the team at Villaraza & Angangco (V&A Law) is well-regarded for its broad experience in projects and energy. Regulatory and tax compliance are aspects of significant projects the group advises its clients on, in addition to complex transactional and financing issues. Raoul R. Angangco specialises in corporate, M&A, construction, infrastructure and M&A, Sylvette Y. Tankiang is a tax expert, and Kristin Charisse C. Siao advises on project development across the tech, transport and real estate sectors; all three head up the practice alongside Juanito L. Sañosa, who joined from an in-house role in April 2024 following the January 2024 departure of former co-lead Franchette Acosta.
Testimonials
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‘The team is well-organised and specialises in multiple areas of the law which almost completely covers our corporate requirements.'
'The team professionally handles our matters and provides us personal attention, meaning they are a reliable source for all of our legal concerns. They are a competent and up-to-date team, which is why we have been loyal clients for many years - our most trusted legal advisor.'
‘Sylvette Y. Tankiang safeguards are interests, is quick and capable in her thinking.'
‘Villaraza & Angangco is the leading firm on matters involving energy efficiency in the Philippines. They have been involved in the drafting of the Energy Efficiency Law in the Philippines and therefore know the background and nuances about said law.’
‘V&A Law has a team of lawyers who always ensure that concerns are addressed. Richard Henrick Beltran always ensures that his team are involved and oversees the output of his team, ensuring that client needs are met. He is easy to contact and responsive.'
'Fritz Julius Casama ensures the timely delivery of the outputs which are delegated to V&A.’
Key clients
- ChongQing Panhua Steel Sheet Co., Ltd.
- ChongQing Panhua Group of Companies
- Global Infrastructure Partners
- DITO Telecommunity Corporation
- China Telecommunications Corporation
- AC Infrastructure Holdings, Inc.
- Lightspire Energy, Inc.
- ACEN Corporation
- Ib Vogt Singapore Pte Ltd.
Work highlights
- 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.
- Assisted AC Infrastructure Holdings, Inc. with the majority acquisition of 8 companies engaged in various logistics fields.
- Advised China Telecommunications Corporation and DITO Telecommunity Corporation regarding a project financing transaction intended to support DITO’s procurement, infrastructure construction, and network rollout.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Raoul R. Angangco, Sylvette Y. Tankiang, Juanito L. Sañosa, Kristin Charisse C. Siao