Quisumbing Torres advises on a range of dispute matters but is best known for its commercial disputes and international arbitration work. As a member firm of Baker McKenzie, the firm is actively representing clients in cross-border disputes. The firm’s cases also highlight work in construction, labour and employment, intellectual property and tax.
Donemark Calimon is noted for his capability in commercial disputes and international arbitration. Managing partner Ramon Quisumbing and labour and employment lawyers Kenneth Chua, Gil Roberto Zerrudo and Eliseo Zuñiga are other key contacts. IP specialists include Divina Ilas-Panganiban and Bienvenido Marquez III.
In international arbitration, the firm successfully assisted an American chemical conglomerate in an international commercial arbitration involving a non-solicitation clause in a contract with its local client, which is a subsidiary of a large conglomerate in the Philippines.
The rest of the clients who instructed the firm during the research period remain highly confidential.
Client feedback
"Excellent communicators, good researchers, very open on fees for service, trustworthy, logical thought process, kept us informed. Overall, excellent service led by partner Michael Macapagal, a top-notch attorney." – Commercial arbitration
"Provides speedy and relevant advice while understanding our priorities." – Construction
“Quisumbing Torres handles case and client management very well. They understand our business objectives and ensure these are met in handling our trademark litigation cases.” – Intellectual property
Dranyl Jared Amoroso
“He is extremely knowledgeable.”
Donemark Calimon
"Delivers excellent advice promptly, demonstrates a clear understanding of our priorities, and remains readily available."
Kenneth Chua
“Kenneth possesses a friendly and approachable demeanour. He has a knack for explaining concepts effectively and providing practical solutions to legal issues. Additionally, I value his responsiveness.”
“The employment team led by Kenneth Chua is highly reliable and responsive. Their advice is both practical and informative, and they are adept at sharing practical insights gained from their experience with other clients, which I find valuable. Overall, the service I receive from them is excellent. In contrast, my previous counsel from one of the largest firms in the Philippines often provided lengthy and impractical essays, requiring repeated prodding and questions to elicit a proper response. They frequently missed deadlines and even failed to acknowledge instructions via email, leading to immense frustration. However, when I work with Kenneth's team, I encounter none of these issues. They consistently respond promptly and are always willing to schedule a call at my request. Their quotes are fair and reasonable, and they promptly provide invoices that align with our requirements.”
Divina Ilas-Panganiban
“She provides simple solutions to seemingly complex legal issues especially on trademark licensing and enforcement matters. What I appreciate about Divina is her initiative in providing us with options on our trademark strategy to ensure that the same is consistent with our business objectives. On the administrative side, Divina ensures that all our needs are well taken care of and are addressed at the earliest time possible. We are fortunate that she is the one primarily handling our portfolio.”
Michael Macapagal
“He is an excellent communicator and has a take-charge mentality. He demonstrates transparency in his approach and is hardworking, consistently meeting all deadlines. He possesses intelligence and the ability to break down complex issues, effectively conveying responses in layman's language.”
