Energy

VAL Law covers the necessary legal representation in Energy for any of the electric power industry participant (generation, transmission, distribution or supply). VAL Law advises clients on any regulatory, litigation and/or transactional issue related to the Energy and Power Inductry.

Usually, VAL Law is engaged in assisting generation companies from securing the necessary permits, requirements, licenses, including application for Renewable Energy Service Contract. VAL Law will help determine the legal feasibility of the proposed energy practice; assists with the assembly and evaluation of documentary requirements in coordination with technical personnel; facilitates submission of requirements with the Department of Energy; render the necessary due diligence on the relevant properties for purposes of establishing and operating the Project; recommend structuring, implementation and/or acquisition. Then, VAL Law assists in the approval of bilateral agreement with the Energy Regulatory Commission; representation in the registration and application with the ERC as regards the Certificate of Compliance and transmission line requirements with the Philippine Electricity Market Corporation.  Also, VAL Law develops the appropriate structure for the financing of the Project as well as review and negotiate the terms of financing and security agreements.

Energy is collectively practiced by the partners of VAL Law depending on the specific scope and stage of service. VAL Law partners developed their expertise and practice from their previous firm, which is known as one of the premier energy law firms in the Philippines.