About
A Makati firm of six lawyers, founded in 2011.
A small firm, on purpose
Carmela Ilagan and Rafael Reyes started the firm in 2011 with one belief: clients deserve to understand their own case. Fifteen years on there are six lawyers, and the belief has not changed.
We take fewer matters than larger firms so a senior lawyer can handle each one. We explain the law in plain words, we put fees in writing, and we tell you when going to court is not worth it.
How a matter works
No surprises: you know who is handling your matter and what it costs at every step.
1
First call
A free fifteen-minute call to understand what is happening and check we have no conflict of interest.
2
Consultation
A paid meeting, in person or by video, where a lawyer tells you where you stand and what your options are.
3
Engagement letter
If you go ahead, we set out the work, who does it and the fees in writing before anything starts.
4
The work
One lawyer is your contact from start to finish, with an update at least every two weeks.
The lawyers
Six lawyers, admitted between 1998 and 2020, who between them speak seven languages.
Carmela Ilagan
Partner, admitted 2004
Corporate and commercial, Real estate and property
Rafael Reyes
Partner, admitted 2006
Family law, Estates and succession
Miguel Santos
Of counsel, admitted 1998
Employment and labour
Patricia Lim
Senior associate, admitted 2014
Corporate and commercial, Estates and succession
Andrea Dizon
Senior associate, admitted 2016
Family law, Overseas Filipinos
Jose Ramirez
Associate, admitted 2020
Real estate and property, Estates and succession