Legally Sis!
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We’re Legally Sis!
A podcast about the legal world with a sisterly twist. We’re here to give you a laugh, share our knowledge, and help you find your inner “sister” (even if that’s just in spirit). We’re sisters, so it’s kind of like being in therapy with your best friend—but without all the awkward silences! And while Legally Sis is serious at times (don’t worry, no spoilers), it’s always fun.
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Articles
Featured Articles
Change of Name
Change of Name
If you want to change your full name or surname, or when you only need to make substantial corrections such as clerical or typographical errors in any entry in Civil Registry…
Atty. Duran-Schulze's featured article on Asia Law Portal
Atty. Duran-Schulze's featured article on Asia Law Portal
Atty. Marie Christine Duran-Schulze has been a corporate attorney for over 14 years. She established Duran & Duran-Schulze Law in March 2013.
Trademark Litigation: "Consumers Missing Party?"
Trademark Litigation: "Consumers Missing Party?"
In trademark litigation, there are two parties: the trademark owner who is the plaintiff, and the alleged infringer who is the defendant.
Inheritance of IP Rights: "Necessity of IP Owners"
Inheritance of IP Rights: "Necessity of IP Owners"
Inheritance of IP rights is inherently complex and varies from country to country. In some countries, varies based on religion.
Advisory
Advisory
D.D.S Advisory
Alien Employment Permit
What is AEP Cancellation? AEP Cancellation refers to the termination of an Alien Employment Permit, which grants foreign nationals the right to work in the country. It’s important to adhere to the proper cancellation process when an employee’s work arrangement changes or employment ends.
SEC Amnesty Update
The new deadline for all amnesty applications is now September 30, 2023 as outlined in SEC Memorandum Circular No. 9, Series of 2023, which was released on June 30.
Temporary Resident Visa
A Temporary Resident Visa (TRV) in the Philippines is available to a foreign national whose country does not have an existing reciprocity agreement in the Philippines but has contracted a valid marriage, recognized by Philippine laws, with a Filipino citizen.
Practices
Specialization and Areas of Practice
We have assisted multiple KPO (Knowledge Process Outsourcing) and BPO (Business Process Outsourcing) companies in various stages of their business life, and provided assistance to foreign investors and employees seeking Philippine visas and work permits.
We keep ourselves abreast of legislation changes to help ensure our clients are prepared and compliant at all times.
We are capable of assembling and/or dispersing legal teams consisting of local and foreign lawyers to participate in a global value chain of legal services.