Leading Adviser Awards 2020

128 Acquisition International - Leading Adviser 2020 Leading Banking, Finance and Construction Lawyer of the Year, Philippines Acquisition International - Issue 1 2021 137 Sep201075 Valued Internal Structure hrough a prompt, proactive, and results-oriented approach, DivinaLaw has risen to the top tier of the Philippine legal landscape. To start, Nilo provides a brief overview of the firm and offers more insight into its clientele. “After starting with just five lawyers, DivinaLaw has grown to distinguish itself by providing a full range of corporate legal services including banking and finance, mergers and acquisitions, corporate rehabilitation, foreign investments and securities amongst others. Aside from that, we are experts in litigation, arbitration, and alternative dispute resolution. Typically, clients include leading companies in banking and finance, manufacturing, retail, power, oil and gas, education, healthcare, insurance, property development and technology.” In its attempts to distance themselves from the crowd, the firm’s client-approach and knowledge have been the two most significant factors behind the firm’s success as Nilo goes on to explain. “At DivinaLaw, we endeavour to understand our clients’ needs so we can give them the best legal service possible. By constantly aiming to exceed their expectations, we ensure all clients never leave us disappointed. With many of our lawyers having previously graduated from leading law schools, we have the relevant qualifications and experience to call upon. “Additionally, as part of our aim to reach out to a wider range of clients and to complement our corporate and arbitration-related services, we have partnered with 10 local law firms who represent clients for the firm all over the Philippines.” Regarding the internal culture in place, a professional and collaborative working environment has allowed the firm to build strong relationships with its clients, as Nilo points out. “In an emerging and challenging market such as the Philippines, it has become noticeable how much our clients value our internal structure and the way we work together to achieve our goals.” Bringing the interview to a close, Nilo signs off by commenting on the firm’s future prospects as we look ahead to 2021 and beyond. T Established in 2006, DivinaLaw is a full-service law firm in the Philippines. Following the firm’s well-deserved success in Acquisition International’s Leading Adviser Awards 2020, we got in touch with CEO Nilo Divina to find out more about the award-winning services this extraordinary effortlessly provides. “Since launching, we have brought peace of mind to our clients by pushing ourselves beyond our limits and constantly thinking outside the box. Moving forward, we will remain focused on client satisfaction to further enhance our growing reputation.” Company: DivinaLaw Contact: Nilo Divina Website: www.divinalaw.com