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Elnar Lape Lastimoso & Associates
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A premier full-service law firm in Cebu City with over two decades of trusted legal expertise.
Elnar Lape Lastimoso & Associates
A premier full-service law firm in Cebu City with over two decades of trusted legal expertise.
"Trusted by businesses and individuals alike, delivering comprehensive legal solutions tailored to your needs."
Elnar Lape Lastimoso & Associates is a leading full-service law firm in Cebu City, Philippines, established in 2010 and formerly known as Elnar Suello Lape & Associates. Our seasoned legal team comprises six dedicated lawyers and four expert support staff.
We have extensive experience assisting foreign investors in setting up local corporations or branch offices of existing multinationals, with several BPO clients based in Cebu City.
What We Do
Company Formation, SEC Incorporation, registration with LGUs, PEZA/BOI/TIEZA, and BSP. Complete investment consultancy for foreign and local investors.
Corporate restructuring, joint ventures, mergers and acquisitions, due diligence, share issuances and transfers, HR and legal management.
Estate and tax planning, tax treaty relief, claims for refund or credit, BIR rulings, protest of assessments, representation before CTA and Supreme Court.
Civil and criminal cases, corporate and tax litigation, family law, land registration, special proceedings including adoption and estate proceedings.
Company policy drafting, certification elections, collective bargaining, representation before Labor Arbiter, NLRC, Court of Appeals and Supreme Court.
Tourist visa extension, alien employment permits, work visas, PEZA visas, retirement visas, and quota visa processing.
Registration of patents, industrial designs, utility models, trademarks, service marks and copyrights. IP infringement prosecution and advisory.
Land registration proceedings, real estate law advisory, property transactions, and representation before HLURB and related administrative agencies.
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Why Choose Us
Over 20 years of trusted legal practice in Cebu City, with deep knowledge of Philippine law and local regulations.
Eight comprehensive practice areas covering everything from business registration to intellectual property protection.
Extensive experience helping foreign investors navigate Philippine regulations and set up companies successfully.
Six dedicated lawyers and four expert support staff providing personalized legal solutions aligned with your objectives.
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Whether you're an individual or a multinational corporation, our experienced team provides reliable legal services tailored to safeguard your interests.
