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TMT
Often advising multinational companies on TMT transactions, Quisumbing Torres’ team's recent work highlights include its assisting SpaceX in obtaining approval for its Starlink Satellite Internet Services in the Philippines. The team’s key strengths also lie in advising on antitrust, cloud services, cyber security, fintech as well as health-related tech matters. Co-lead of the team Gil Roberto Zerrudo is seasoned in digital transformation in the healthcare, manufacturing, and pharmaceutical sectors. Also co-lead of the team, Divina Pastora Ilas-Panganiban’s broad practice encompasses copyright, patent, trademark as well as other IP rights. Maria Christina Macasaet-Acaban is knowledgeable of corporate reorganisations and restructuring. Bienvenido Marquez and Frederick Jose are also names to note.
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Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
‘The team stands out for their flexibility, agility and extensive expertise. They possess a strong understanding of the technology industry.'
'They have consistently demonstrated their ability to craft comprehensive solutions tailored to clients' specific needs.’
‘Bienvenido Marquez and Frederick Jose respond promptly to our instructions.'
'Quisumbing Torres has assisted my company with Philippines privacy advice over the years. Aside from providing very in-depth advice, they also provide practical solutions to sometimes tricky issues under Philippines law, particularly in grey areas.'
'Bienvenido Marquez and his team, particularly Frederick Jose, are very responsive and provide practical advice.'
Key clients
- Alphabet (Google Inc.)
- PruLife Insurance Corporation of U.K. / Prudential Corporation Asia
- SBA Communications Corporation
- Space Exploration Technologies Corp. (SpaceX)
Work highlights
- Successfully assisted SpaceX in the accreditation of its Starlink Philippine entity as a Satellite Systems Providers or Operator.
- Advised PruLife Insurance Corporation of U.K. (PLUK) and Prudential Corporation Asia (Prudential Asia) on various Philippine regulatory matters in relation to the operation of PulseApp.
- Obtained a favorable decision for a multinational superapp in a complaint which was filed by a rider for an alleged violation of Philippine data privacy laws.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Bienvenido Marquez III
Quisumbing TorresPractice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Gil Roberto Zerrudo, Divina Pastora Ilas-Panganiban