Martinez Vergara & Gonzalez Sociedad (MVGS)

On 8 November 2024, Drew Network Asia and the Association of Corporate Counsel Singapore jointly organised a webinar “The Asian Century: What you need to know about economic developments in #Indonesia, #Malaysia, #Thailand, #Philippines, #Vietnam, and #Singapore”. Legal counsel from 10 jurisdictions (Australia, China, France, Hong Kong, Indonesia, South Korea, Malaysia, New Zealand, Singapore and Thailand) joined us.   Our DNA lawyers addressed the dynamic geopolitical and economic landscape of Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, Philippines, Vietnam, and Singapore. Moderated by Mahesh Rai, Drew & Napier LLC, and joined by panellists Rakesh Kirpalani, Drew & Napier LLC, Vincent Ariesta Lie, Makarim & Taira S., Teo Eu John , Shearn Delamore & Co., Gino Paulo Uy, Martinez Vergara & Gonzalez Sociedad (MVGS) and John Frangos, Tilleke & Gibbins, they shared insights on the current trends shaping each jurisdiction, including trade agreements, investment opportunities, and regulatory changes and how these developments may impact business strategies and operations in a rapidly evolving environment. #Geopolitics #Asia #InternationalTrade #CrossBorder #Regulatory #DNA

IFLR1000 Recognizes MVGS in 2024 Rankings MVGS proudly announces its remarkable achievements in the IFLR1000 2024 rankings. The Firm has been recognized as a Tier 1 firm in Capital Markets: Debt and Capital Markets: Equity. It has also been identified as a Tier 3 firm in Banking, M&A, Project Finance, Project Development and Restructuring and Insolvency. Three MVGS lawyers were identified as Highly Regarded in their respective practice area: Manuel Z. Gonzalez for Project Finance, Capital Markets: Debt and Capital Markets: Equity Rosalia S. Bartolome-Alejo for Project Finance, Banking and Finance Erika B. Paulino for Banking and Finance Mark O. Vergara and Gwyneth S. Ong were identified as Notable Practitioners, while Janice L. Co was recognized as a Rising Star in Capital Markets: Equity. IFLR1000’s annual rankings identify the top law firms and lawyers in financial and corporate law globally, based on transactional evidence and client feedback. This recognition reflects the Firm’s commitment to excellence and its ability to deliver client satisfaction in complex legal challenges. #MVGs #DNA #DrewNetwork #IFLR

Event Recap: Fireside Chat with Joanne Lau, Secretary General of the HKIAC On October 7, 2024, the MVGS team had the pleasure of hosting a Fireside Chat with Joanne Lau, Secretary General of the Hong Kong International Arbitration Centre (HKIAC). This insightful event was organized in collaboration with HKIAC, the Philippine Institute of Arbitrators (PIArb), HK45, and Young PIArb. Joanne, alongside Dispute Resolution Partner Kristine Bongcaron, shared her wealth of knowledge on the HKIAC arbitrations, her extensive professional experience, and exciting opportunities for the future of Philippine arbitration administered under the HKIAC Rules. It was an invaluable session for anyone interested in the evolving landscape of arbitration in the region. A big thank you to everyone who joined us and made this event a success! #MVGs #HKIAC #Arbitration #DisputeResolution #DNA #DrewNetworkAsia

MVGS at the HKIAC 2024 Arbitration Conference The Firm's arbitration practitioners attended the Arbitration Conference organized by the Hong Kong International Arbitration Centre (HKIAC) in BGC, Taguig. The event was a fantastic opportunity to connect with leading arbitration practitioners and delve into the latest developments in HKIAC arbitration, HKIAC Arbitration Rules, and the future of Philippine arbitration under these rules. The Firm was ably represented by Partners Shirley Alinea and Kristine Bongcaron, Senior Associate Miguel Sevilla, and Associates Geraldine Paulo and Alfonso Altamira. It was an insightful day of discussions and networking, contributing to our commitment to stay at the forefront of arbitration practice. Many thanks to HKIAC for organizing this event and to everyone who participated in making it a success! #MVGs #HKIAC #DisputeResolution #Arbitration #DNA

Senior Partner Atty. Eduardo A. Martinez Named Among the Philippines’ Top 100 Lawyers by Asia Business Law Journal We are thrilled to congratulate Atty. Eduardo A. Martinez, Senior Partner and Head of the Firm's Dispute Resolution Practice Group, for being named among the Top 100 Lawyers in the Philippines by Asia Business Law Journal’s A-List 2024. This recognition is a testament to Atty. Martinez’ expertise, leadership, and unwavering dedication to delivering outstanding results for our clients in the field of dispute resolution. Congratulations, EAM! #MVGs #DisputeResolution #Litigation #AsiaBusinessLaw #DrewNetworkAsia #DNA

Congratulations to our MVGS Lawyers on their Recognition in the IFLR1000 2024 Rankings! We are thrilled to announce that law reviewer IFLR1000 has recognized the expertise and dedication of our MVGS lawyers in their recently released 2024 rankings. Three of our partners have been identified as Highly Regarded in their respective practice areas: Managing Partner Manuel Z Gonzalez for Project Finance, Capital Markets: Debt, and Capital Markets: Equity; Partner Rosalia Bartolome-Alejo for Project Finance, Banking and Finance; and Partner Erika Paulino for Banking and Finance. Additionally, Senior Partner Mark O. Vergara and Partner Gwyneth Ong were named as Notable Practitioners, while Partner Janice Co was recognized as a Rising Star in Capital Markets: Equity. This recognition is a testament to their hard work, expertise, and commitment to delivering exceptional legal services. Congratulations to our outstanding team on this well-deserved achievement! The Firm is equally grateful to our clients, colleagues and employees for helping the Firm achieve this recognition. You truly inspire us to continue working hard to achieve our goals. "Coming together is a beginning; keeping together is progress; working together is success - Henry Ford #MVGs #DrewNetworkAsia #DNA #IFLRAwards

Proud to have hosted the regional council meeting of Drew Netweork Asia last weekend. Wishing the network more success. #DrewNetworkAsia #DNA #MVGS

Please join our Partner, Kristine Bongcaron, and HKIAC Secretary General, Joanne Lau, and other members of the arbitration community, for a fireside chat to discuss their experiences in arbitration on 7 October 2024. You can register at the link stated below. #MVGS #arbitration #disputeresolution #mediation

Please join our Partner, Kristine Bongcaron, and HKIAC Secretary General, Joanne Lau, and other members of the arbitration community, for a fireside chat to discuss their experiences in arbitration on 7 October 2024. You can register at the link stated below. #MVGS #arbitration #disputeresolution #mediation

It is with great pride that the Firm congratulates its Partners, Attys. Manuel Z. Gonzalez and Shirley F. Alinea, for their recognition as Notable Practitioners in the 2024 edition of AsiaLaw's Lawyer Rankings. Managing Partner Atty. Gonzalez, who was cited in the area of Capital Markets, heads the Firm's Capital Markets, Projects & Energy, and Antitrust & Competition Practice Groups; while Partner Atty. Alinea, who was recognized in the field of Dispute Resolution, steers the Firm's Commercial Arbitration and Alternative Dispute Resolution, and Immigration Practice Groups. #MVGS #CapitalMarkets #DisputeResolution