The Philippines' legal powerhouse

Cruz, Marcelo & Tenefrancia has built a reputation for rigorous legal advocacy and ethical litigation, helping domestic and international clients navigate the Philippines' regulatory landscape.

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“We are known for bare-knuckle litigation - aggressively but ethically pursuing cases.” That's how Senior Partner Simeon Marcelo summarises the approach of Cruz, Marcelo & Tenefrancia (CMT), one of the Philippines’ preeminent law firms.

Named “Law Firm of the Year” by Asian Legal Business, CMT comprises 30 partners and more than 60 associates, offering deep expertise across litigation, arbitration, international compliance, public-private partnerships (PPP), intellectual property (IP) and more, all of which is underpinned by an unwavering commitment to the company’s core values.