Calleja Law: Reimagining Legal Compliance in the Philippines with Expertise and the Latest Tech

By: Anthony B. Peralta, Senior Partner, Calleja Law

In the Philippines, the corporate legal segment is a subject of constant evolution driven by several factors. Changing compliance regulations and technology innovations have played a vital role in shaping the legal advisory landscape and helped organizations achieve compliance goals. We are all aware of the fact that the digital revolution and increased usage of technology for business operations pose privacy and security threats because of which major changes have been witnessed in corporate law, which have helped the country embrace digital transformation with a continued focus on cybersecurity.

However, clients often face typical challenges while availing services from a corporate legal consultant in the Philippines. A service provider can offer the required advisory but the most important aspect of legal compliance is documentation. Many companies fail to show the required documentation promptly which ultimately harms the smooth flow of business operations. This is where Calleja Law makes a mark in the corporate legal advisory segment of the country by making sure that accurate documentation is provided to clients promptly that can prevent any possible compliance disputes and at the same time ensure a smooth flow in client businesses.

Apart from providing various kinds of legal advisory services, the company specializes in providing compliance advisory in the sector of data security and privacy. In the case of data privacy, the compliance regulations are a matter of constant change. We can see the emergence of new technologies that are changing the perception of business operations, data handling, and data storage. Calleja Law understands this aspect and takes it upon itself to make the clients comply with the data security regulation standards so there is no chance for any threat or risk in business activities. “We make use of the latest technologies and industry expertise, and leverage all of it for the benefit of our clients. It is a very personalized

approach that we take for every client where we create a team of individuals after knowing client requirements so that exact resources are put to good use and the whole project becomes cost-effective for them”, mentioned Anthony Peralta, Senior Partner, Calleja Law.

Calleja Law provides compliance advisory services to many companies in the financial sector including banks, NBFCs, and various FinTech establishments

Accurate Understanding and Execution

Calleja law provides compliance advisory services to many companies in the financial sector including banks, NBFCs, and various FinTech establishments. It also provides similar services to companies belonging to the e-Commerce domain that is currently booming globally. Companies belonging to the above-mentioned segments are currently undergoing massive transformation in terms of technology usage. An enormous amount of data is generated and processed, which can have devastating effects if compromised in any way. Calleja Law is a company that understands the dynamic behavior of these changing regulations regarding data storage and privacy and can accordingly provide advisory based on client requirements. The company itself uses the latest technologies available in the market and uses AI-based software for contract review and due diligence.

When it comes to the usage of advanced tech, the company stands apart in the market with innovative AI tools and systems that help transform client’s legal compliance processes in a fast, accurate, and cost-effective manner. In this regard, it is also worth mentioning that the company trains all the young professionals and makes them aware of the technologies at play, compliance regulations related to them, and how to manage risks in case any issues occur. “The usage of modern technologies helps us in the accurate review and execution of contracts. It is an outstanding way to serve clients speedily without sacrificing accuracy”, stated Anthony.

Looking at the Future

Since its inception in 2007, the company has gained significant experience and trust in the corporate legal consultancy segment of the Philippines. This growth is primarily governed by the company’s dedication to its clients’ stringent business requirements. The operations of the company stand on the three pillars of integrity, competence, and excellence. Its lawyers are inculcated with the values of complimenting each other and drawing on each other’s strengths. Typically, a multi specialist team is formed for each of its clients’ projects with professionals who are experts in different segments of the law and provide an integrated solution to the client. The client-centric approach is also an aspect that has made the company stand apart in the market. “We have served many clients in the region that we are currently working in. Looking ahead, we plan on growing domestically and starting two more offices at strategic locations in the country. We hope to become one of the most trusted corporate legal advisory providers in the Philippines in the years to come”, concluded Anthony.

Anthony B. Peralta, Senior Partner

Anthony Peralta, Senior Partner at Calleja Law, is a distinguished legal expert leading the Corporate Practice Group with a focus on Technology, Media, and Telecommunications (TMT). With decades of experience in corporate and intellectual property law, he advises major corporations, handles complex mergers and acquisitions, and has represented high-profile clients in landmark cases. A trusted authority in TMT and IP, he teaches law at De La Salle University, where he served as Associate Dean, and has earned consistent recognition in international legal circles.