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SyCipLaw's Tax Department has prepared Tax Issues and Practical Solutions (T.I.P.S.) for August which covers the following tax issues: 1. What are the options of the taxpayer in case of overpayment of creditable withholding tax ("CWT")? Are these options irrevocable? 2. Does the irrevocability rule under Section 76 of the Tax Code apply to a corporation even if it is already in the process of dissolution? 3. Is an Authority to Release Imported Goods ("ATRIGs") issued by the CIR considered an entry in official records under Rule 130 of the Rules of Court? 4...

SyCipLaw Senior Partner and Head of Litigation Department Ricardo P.G. Ongkiko, Partners John Christian Joy A. Regalado, and Ma. Patricia B. Paz-Jacoba have authored the Philippine chapter in the newly released Chambers International Arbitration 2024 Global Practice Guide (GPG). This chapter explores the significant rise in the use of international arbitration to resolve disputes in the Philippines, aligning with the nation's public policy that favors arbitration and emphasizes the inclusion of arbitration clauses in commercial contracts...

SyCipLaw is cited "Outstanding" in all industry sector and practice area categories covered by the 2024 asialaw research. SyCipLaw is the only law firm in the Philippines to attain this distinguished ranking across the board...

SyCipLaw has been recognized as a Tier 1 firm in Tax Controversy in the recently released 2025 edition of the International Tax Review (ITR) World Tax directory. Additionally, the Firm earned a Tier 3 ranking in general corporate tax, which encompasses all tax advisory matters not specifically categorized in a jurisdiction. The Firm has retained these rankings since the 2023 edition.ITR World Tax is a globally recognized resource that assesses tax practitioners and firms across over 155 jurisdictions. The rankings are determined based on client feedback, practical evidence, and peer reviews.The latest rankings are accessible on the ITR World Tax website...