On 7 July 2020, VAL Law celebrates its 3rd year anniversary. In spite of the pandemic affecting the way we do business, the Firm found innovative and creative ways to cope with the challenging times. We are proud to share that despite these trying circumstances, the Firm continues to grow towards exceeding our client’s needs
Dear Clients, Colleagues and Friends, Together, we find ourselves in a truly extraordinary and unprecedented situation affecting not only our families, friends and way of living, but also our businesses and our communities. In light of this, it is our hope that you and your family remain well, safe and healthy. Since the imposition of
—Carlo E. Abarquez, Partner—Aidyl Pearl U. Perez, Associate As the world is dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic, the challenges that businesses are facing – whether it be because of the current state of the global market or due to government policies in place – are also rapidly evolving. For businesses to ensure their survival and
—Timothy Joseph N. Lumauig, Partner—Justine Abigail C. Sablan, Associate The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) as a pandemic. As a result, governments all over the world have issued various restrictions in their efforts to contain the virus in their respective countries. In adopting these measures, day-to-day transactions have been hampered,
—Carlo E. Abarquez, Partner—Gio Raymond P. Ceniza, Associate The Covid-19 pandemic has taken over and affected our daily lives the past months. In the “New Normal”, people are expected to wear face masks, to maintain social distancing, to limit unnecessary movement. Even the manner in which we interact with people has changed – no more
—Paolo E. Abarquez, Partner—Aidyl Pearl U. Perez, Justine Abigail C. Sablan & Gio Raymond P. Ceniza, Associates Do’s Practice strict home quarantine. Movement shall be regulated by the Local Government Units (LGU) through the issuance of Gate Passes (Quarantine Passes) to designated individuals of the household. Movement is further limited only to accessing basic necessities,