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Intellectual property (IP) law protects creations of the mind, such as inventions, trademarks, copyrights, and designs.

Yes. FCB Law Office accepts clients regardless of nationality. We provide legal assistance to foreign nationals on matters such as property ownership, family law, immigration, and business registration. Our team ensures that all services are delivered in accordance with Philippine laws and international best practices.

FCB Law Office legal advice is a paid service. However, limited free legal assessment and general information are given to inquirers by email. Contact us now!

Onboarding process with FCB Law Office is very easy. It starts with an initial consultation or free initial assessment and document review. Once the client agreed with the legal service agreement, case plan and fees, the case is then logged into our secure, encrypted Case Control System. Can be done 100% online too.

FCB Law Office maintains full compliance with legal and ethical standards, placing client confidentiality at the core of our operations. We apply stringent data protection protocols to ensure that all personal and case-related information is securely stored and accessible only to authorized personnel. To further safeguard sensitive data, we have developed a proprietary Document Management and Case Control System that is fully encrypted and fortified against unauthorized access or data breaches.

Yes, in many administrative hearings in the Philippines, non-lawyers may represent parties—especially in proceedings before quasi-judicial bodies like the NLRC or administrative agencies like the SSS or POEA. However, representation by a lawyer is often preferred for complex or high-stakes cases. Some agencies may also require a special power of attorney or written authorization for non-lawyer representatives.

Administrative cases are handled by government agencies or quasi-judicial bodies and focus on regulatory, disciplinary, or compliance matters. Judicial proceedings, on the other hand, are conducted in courts and involve the formal resolution of legal disputes between parties. Unlike court trials, administrative proceedings are generally more flexible, less formal, and may not always require legal representation.

Generally, yes—administrative cases tend to involve lower legal fees than court proceedings, especially for one-time transactions like registrations or certifications. However, fees may increase for quasi-judicial cases or long-running matters where legal representation and extended follow-up are required.

In our application, administrative cases or proceedings refer to matters handled outside the regular courts. These include processes such as BIR tax compliance, business and civil registrations, apostille authentication, immigration procedures, and quasi-judicial hearings like labor disputes before the NLRC or POEA.

Labor cases can be filed in DOLE, NLRC, POEA or OWWA. This does not require a lawyer and is also under administrative law.

Report it to HR or a supervisor, document incidents, and consider legal advice if the issue persists.

It depends on your contract and local laws. In some places, “at-will” employment allows termination without cause, but not for illegal reasons.

Employees have rights to fair wages, safe working conditions, non-discrimination, and protection from wrongful termination.

It depends on the nature of the case. It can be filed with IPOPHIL-BLA and sometimes when there are claims for damages or injunctions, trademark cases can be filed in RTC under RA 8293.

Yes. You can file with the Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL) to protect your brand or work.

We accept cases like Trademark infringement, copyright violations, and patent disputes are the most frequent. We also accept trademark registration under administrative law.

FCB Law Office mainly focuses on civil cases. However, we also accept some cases that are criminal in nature like BP 22 and Estafa.

It depends on your contract. Many agreements include mandatory arbitration clauses for resolving disputes.

Appeals are very limited. Courts rarely overturn arbitration awards unless there’s evidence of fraud or misconduct.

It’s usually faster, less formal, and the decision (called an award) is binding and enforceable.

Arbitration is a private process where a neutral third party resolves disputes outside of court.

Medical records, expert testimony, and documentation of the injury or harm are essential to support the claim.

Yes. If the patient can prove that the doctor breached the standard of care and caused harm, a case may be filed.

Misdiagnosis, surgical errors, and failure to obtain informed consent are among the most frequent cases.

Medical malpractice occurs when a healthcare professional causes injury or harm to a patient through negligence, error, or omission.

Constitutional law cases in the Philippines are typically filed with the Supreme Court, especially when they involve questions of constitutionality, judicial review, or violations of fundamental rights. However, depending on the nature of the case, they may also be initiated in CA, RTC and other constitutional bodies.

Yes. Citizens may file petitions such as certiorari, prohibition, mandamus, or invoke writs like habeas corpus, amparo, or habeas data to protect their rights.

These often involve issues like executive overreach, separation of powers, violations of constitutional rights such as freedom of speech or due process and interpretation of laws.

Constitutional law deals with the interpretation and application of the Constitution. It defines the structure of government, the powers of its branches, and the fundamental rights of citizens.

BP 22 cases should be filed in the Metropolitan Trial Court (MeTC), Municipal Trial Court (MTC), or Municipal Circuit Trial Court (MCTC), depending on where the check was issued, dishonored, or where the complainant resides. Estafa cases are filed in the Regional Trial Court (RTC) if the amount involved exceeds ₱1M; otherwise, they may be filed in the first-level courts. Both cases may be filed separately or simultaneously if the facts support violations of both laws.