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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Welcome to the Duran & Duran-Schulze Law’s Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) page. This resource provides definitive information regarding our practice areas, specialized legal services, and institutional frameworks for client engagement.
We are committed to providing straightforward, efficient, and transparent legal solutions, ensuring you receive rigorous advocacy and objective legal assessments at every juncture.
Duran & Duran-Schulze Law (“DDS Law”) is a full-service Philippine law firm providing robust counsel and strategic representation to corporate entities, domestic citizens, and foreign nationals. Our practice is structured across five core specializations:
Corporate & Business Law
Company Incorporation, Contract Drafting and Review, Corporate Secretarial Services, Corporate Amendments and Compliance, Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A), Tax Compliance and Clearances, Intellectual Property and Trademark Registrations, Data Privacy Compliance, Legal and HR Retainers, and Notarial Services.
Family Law
Petitions for Declaration of Absolute Nullity of Marriage, Annulment, Legal Separation, Judicial Recognition of Foreign Divorce, Violations of the Anti-Violence Against Women and Their Children Act (VAWC), Child Support, Child Custody, and Domestic Adoption.
Philippine Visa and Immigration Law
Petitions for Lifting of Blacklist Orders (BLO) and Alert List Orders (ALO), Dual Citizenship, Naturalization, Spouse Visas (13A, TRV, MCL), Work Visas (9G, PEZA, SVEG), Investment Visa (SIRV), Retirement Visa (SRRV), Quota Visas, Tourist Visa Extensions, Visa Downgrades, No Derogatory Record Verifications, and Bureau of Immigration (BI) Exit Clearances.
Civil Litigation
Employment and Labor Litigation, Intellectual Property Disputes, Administrative and Judicial Changes of Name, and Correction of Entries in Civil Registries.
Estate and Property Laws
Trust and Estate Planning, Judicial and Extrajudicial Settlement of Estates, Probate of Wills, Property and Land Dispute Resolution, and Real Estate Title Transfers and Registration.
DDS Law is founded and led by seasoned legal practitioners with extensive track records in complex local and cross-border transactions:
Atty. Marie Christine Duran-Schulze | Managing Partner
Atty. March heads the Corporate and Business Law Practice Group. Her practice centers on Corporate Law, Visa and Immigration, Trademark Registration and Litigation, Labor Management and HR Services, Real Estate, and Commercial Arbitration.
Atty. Mary Wendy Duran | Founding Senior Partner
Atty. Wendy leads the Litigation Team and specializes in Family Law (annulment, marriage nullity, legal separation, etc.), Civil Litigation, Property Law, and Special Proceedings.
The firm is also supported by an agile, multi-disciplinary workforce comprising specialized associate attorneys, senior paralegals, and administrative professionals dedicated to delivering precise, transparent, and results-driven legal solutions. Visit the lawyers’ page>>>
To ensure complete transparency and efficiency, we follow a structured, five-stage client journey from your initial inquiry to the resolution of your legal matter:
1. Email Communication with Sales
The process begins when you reach out to our intake team, who will connect with you via email to initially review your legal matter and provide a tailored cost proposal (Send us an email at info@duranschulze.com).
2. Engagement Agreement Signing
Once you accept our proposal, we issue a formal Engagement Agreement detailing the exact scope of work, fees, and expectations, which officially establishes our attorney-client relationship upon signing.
3. Payment of Fees
Before active legal work or representation begins, you need to settle the agreed-upon initial payments—such as acceptance fees, fixed service rates, or retainer deposits—through our flexible, secure payment channels.
4. Case Assignment & Execution
Your matter is then assigned to a dedicated handling attorney specializing in that specific field of law, who will execute the legal strategy and provide transparent, step-by-step milestone updates.
5. Case Resolution & Offboarding
Upon the conclusion of your legal matter, we seamlessly transition you out by handing over all original documents, providing a transparent final financial accounting, and gathering your valuable feedback.
If you’re not yet ready to engage the firm immediately, you may start with a consultation to better understand your legal situation and available options.
You can book an online or onsite consultation directly through our website or by contacting our office by email. We offer targeted time blocks (e.g., 30-minute, 1-hour, or longer sessions) with the specific partner or associate specializing in your issue.
Book a consultation with Atty. Marie Christine Duran-Schulze (Atty. March) at https://tidycal.com/mariechristine
Book a consultation with Atty. Mary Wendy Duran (Atty. Wendy) at https://tidycal.com/attymarywendy
For your convenience, consultation fee rates and payment instructions are available on our booking pages. If you need any help, you may reach us at info@duranschulze.com.
A formal legal consultation serves as an intake and diagnostic session. The consulting attorney will review the factual background of your case, examine pertinent evidence and documents, outline viable legal remedies, and assess associated legal risks and procedural costs.
All information, documents, and disclosures shared during a consultation are strictly protected by the Attorney-Client Privilege under Philippine law and the Code of Professional Responsibility and Accountability (CPRA).
We adhere to standard legal billing paradigms, structuring our fees relative to the complexity, urgency, and resource demands of each individual matter. We charge fixed consultation fees, flat fees for certain services (e.g., trademark and visa processing), and acceptance and appearance fees for litigation and court representations.
Specific fee schedules are transparently disclosed during your initial intake or booking process. Payments may be made via wire transfer, PayPal, check, or cash. Please contact our team or refer to the consultation booking page for current rates.
Yes, we offer Legal (Corporate) and HR Retainer Services that provide businesses with continuous, priority access to our legal team for a fixed monthly fee, functioning as an outsourced in-house counsel. We also offer customized retainer arrangements for individuals or estates with ongoing or complex legal needs.
Our law office is located in the heart of the country’s premier business district:
Duran & Duran-Schulze Law
Unit 1006, One World Place
32nd Street, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City
1634, Metro Manila, Philippines
While physically anchored in Metro Manila, we maintain a nationwide practice, regularly representing expatriates, foreign investors, multinational corporations, and domestic clients across all judicial and administrative jurisdictions in the Philippines.
For immediate responses, inquiries, or case evaluations, please reach out to us through the following channels:
Landline : (+632) 8478 5826
Mobile : (+63) 917 194 0482
Contact Form: https://duranschulze.com/contact/
Email : info@duranschulze.com
Website : www.duranschulze.com
Office Hours : Mondays to Fridays, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (PST)
