Fees
What legal work costs, agreed in writing before we start.
Fixed fees
Most first pieces of work are a fixed fee, agreed before we start.
| Work | Fixed fee |
|---|---|
| Title and contract review (property) | ₱15,000 |
| One person corporation setup | ₱35,000 |
| Extrajudicial settlement of an estate | ₱30,000 |
| Employment policy review | ₱20,000 |
| Special power of attorney, drafted and checked | ₱5,000 |
| Consultation (credited if you go ahead) | ₱3,500 |
Hourly rates
For advice and cases that cannot be fixed in advance, billed in tenths of an hour.
| Lawyer | Per hour |
|---|---|
| Partner | ₱12,000 |
| Of counsel | ₱10,000 |
| Senior associate | ₱7,000 |
| Associate | ₱4,500 |
Retainers
Companies that need regular advice can agree a monthly retainer covering a set number of hours, from ₱40,000 a month.
Not included
Government and filing fees, notarial fees, taxes, courier costs and travel outside Metro Manila. We list these in the engagement letter and pass them on at cost.
Not sure where you stand?
Book a consultation. It costs ₱3,500, credited to your fee if you go ahead, and you leave knowing your options.