Commercial and Business Law

Posts focused on Commercial and Business Law in the Philippines

Expanding a Corporation’s Business Purpose in the Philippines: Why Amending the Articles of Incorporation Matters Before New Ventures

Learn why ultra vires acts arise when ventures exceed your SEC purpose clause, and when an Articles of Incorporation amendment is needed in the Philippines.

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How to Incorporate Your Business with the SEC: Why the Right Legal Structure is Crucial for Startups

Transition your startup into a formal corporate entity in the Philippines. Understand SEC incorporation and the benefits of a One Person Corporation.

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How to Legally Dissolve a Corporation in the Philippines

Learn corporate dissolution, BIR tax clearance, and corporate liquidation rules in the Philippines, including timelines and the three-year winding-up period.

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How to Legally Outsource Corporate Services

DOLE Department Order 174 explains legitimate job contracting vs labor-only contracting, helping principals avoid direct employer findings through capital and control rules.

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