Our Team
The Partners
Atty. Marie Christine A. Duran-Schulze
Managing Partner
Atty. Duran-Schulze’s expertise lies in mergers and acquisitions, international taxation and venture capital investments.
Atty. Mary Wendy A. Duran
Founding Senior Partner
Atty. Duran leads the Duran & Duran-Schulze Law (“DDS”) Litigation Team, which specializes in Family, Civil, Special Proceedings, and Property Law.
The ASSOCIATES
Atty. Stephanie Peralta
Atty. Isabelle Louise Villar
Atty. Christy Amor Lofranco
Atty. Meryshel Gianan
Atty. Rex Bernard Gabor
Atty. Beatriz Nicor
Atty. Vladimir Alarique Cabigao, Solicitor
Australia-Based Lawyer
Atty. Vladimir Alarique Cabigao is both licensed Certified Public Accountant (CPA)-Lawyer in the Philippines and a Solicitor in New South Wales, Australia.
He was a graduate of Far Eastern University with a Bachelor of Laws, and a Bachelor of Science in Accounting, San Beda College, Philippines.
At present, Atty. Cabigao holds a position of Senior Research Contracts Officer at the Australian Catholic University. Prior to this, he worked as an Investigator at the IFW Global, where he dealt on transnational organized crime that involved serious fraud.
His area of expertise lies in Immigration, and he is a Registered Migration Agent in Australia.
Atty. Cherie Gail Diaz, Esq.
Cherie brings a wealth of experience to her practice, having handled complex family law matters, immigration cases, and civil litigation. She has represented clients in Superior Courts in California, as well as Superior Courts in Washington State. Her comprehensive legal knowledge and client-centered approach make her a trusted advocate for those navigating challenging legal circumstances.
In 2023, Cherie served as a Deputy Prosecuting Attorney for Skagit County, representing the State of Washington in district court criminal cases. This role further honed her litigation skills and broadened her perspective on the judicial system.
Before embarking on her legal career, Cherie worked as an educator in both the United States and the Philippines, showcasing her dedication to empowering individuals and communities through education.
In October of 2023, she founded her own law firm West Frontier Law, PLLC to provide personalized legal solutions and deliver excellent results for her clients. Alongside her legal practice, Cherie enjoys playing pickleball, traveling, and actively engaging in community outreach and volunteer work. Her passion for service and commitment to justice are the hallmarks of her professional and personal endeavors.
Atty. Vladimir Alarique Cabigao, Solicitor
Australia-Based Lawyer
Atty. Vladimir Alarique Cabigao is both licensed Certified Public Accountant (CPA)-Lawyer in the Philippines and a Solicitor in New South Wales, Australia.
He was a graduate of Far Eastern University with a Bachelor of Laws, and a Bachelor of Science in Accounting, San Beda College, Philippines.
At present, Atty. Cabigao holds a position of Senior Research Contracts Officer at the Australian Catholic University. Prior to this, he worked as an Investigator at the IFW Global, where he dealt on transnational organized crime that involved serious fraud.
His area of expertise lies in Immigration, and he is a Registered Migration Agent in Australia.
Legal Team
Legal Assistants
Provide general administrative, secretarial, and clerical support duties to all lawyers in the firm specifically focusing on the field of Corporate Law, Litigation, Tax Law, Labor Law, and Special Projects.
Legal Compliance Team
Provide and establish a centralized data management and compliance support for both the firm and its clients, as well as maintain quality assurance on submitted documentary requirements. Oversee the overall compliance of the company and/or its clients with all mandatory and/or government reportorial requirements.
