Announcements

BIR RMO No. 01-2026: Key Reforms in Tax Audit and Assessment Procedures

Announcements, Legal Updates, TAXATION / By Admin GVES

BIR Revenue Memorandum Order (RMO) No. 01-2026 introduces a reformed audit and assessment framework aimed at enhancing transparency, efficiency, and taxpayer protection in the conduct of tax audits by the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR). The Order took effect upon issuance in 27 January 2026. Key Highlights 1. Adoption of the Single-Instance Audit FrameworkAs a …

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Supreme Court: Mutual Consent Essential for Voluntary Arbitration in Labor Disputes

Announcements, Legal Updates / By Admin GVES

On 19 May 2025, the Supreme Court held that in a claim or dispute between a Filipino seafarer and their employer, the continuing and consistent objection of one party to voluntary arbitrators shall result in the application of the general rule in Republic Act No. 8042, as amended, that labor arbiters have jurisdiction over the …

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Philippines Bold Move: Introducing The Digital Nomad Visa For Foreign Remote Workers To Boost The Country’s Tourism And Economic Growth.

Announcements, Travel / By Admin GVES

Technology and people’s lifestyle are deeply connected, progressing hand in hand to push forward for innovation and growth. By embracing this trend, the Philippines has taken a significant step towards accepting the digital age with the signing of Executive Order No. 86 (“Authorizing the Issuance of Digital Nomad Visa”), by President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. This …

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The Digital Turn: How the E-Governance Act Transforms PH Government

Announcements, Legal Updates, Technology / By Admin GVES

On September 5, 2025, President Marcos Jr. signed Republic Act No. 12254, also known as the E-Governance Act, formalizing the Philippine government’s shift to digital governance. In order to improve the overall delivery of public services through information and communications technology (ICT), decrease bureaucratic delays, foster transparency, and safeguard data privacy, the measure aims to …

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What is the hype about TRUSTMARK and what it means for your online business?

Announcements, Compliance, Corporate, Technology / By Admin GVES

Republic Act No. 11967, or the “Internet Transactions Act of 2023”, was enacted on 05 December 2023 to promote and strengthen e-commerce in the Philippines by building trust between online merchants and consumers. One of its key innovations is the creation of the E-Commerce Bureau, which was tasked to implement the E-Commerce Philippine Trustmark, a …

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SUPREME COURT CLARIFIES: “FREELANCERS” MAY BE CONSIDERED AS REGULAR EMPLOYEES

Uncategorized, Announcements, Compliance, Corporate, Legal Updates / By Admin GVES

In a landmark ruling with significant implications for labor classification, the Supreme Court held in Escauriaga v. Fitness First Philippines, Inc. (2024) that workers classified by their employer as “freelance personal trainers” were, in truth, regular employees under the Labor Code. The Court emphasized that the substance of the work relationship—not the contractual label—determines employee status. The petitioners—fitness trainers …

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Philippines Taxes Offshore Services: What your Business Needs to Know!

TAXATION, Announcements, blog, Compliance, Corporate, Finance, Legal Updates / By Admin GVES

On 10 January 2024, the Bureau of Internal Revenue (“BIR”) issued Revenue Memorandum Circular (“RMC”) No. 5-2024 which clarifies the tax treatment of cross-border services based on the case of Aces Philippines Cellular Satellite Corp. v. Commissioner of Internal Revenue, G.R. No. 22668, 30 August 2022. Aces Philippines Cellular Satellite Corporation (“Aces Philippines”) and Aces International …

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EOPT introduces shifts from Official Receipts to Invoices

Announcements, Legal Updates / By admin

By: Atty. Ludanielle N. Legarde The term “Official Receipt” as commonly used in the Philippine has forever changed as we know it. Due to the Ease of Paying Taxes (EOPT) Act, R.A. No. 11976 (2023), the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) issued BIR Revenue Regulations No. 7-2024 (April 11, 2024) to implement the amendments on …

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GVES LAW Conducts Brief Real Estate Seminar To REBs

Announcements, Legal Updates / By admin

Gves Law through one of its Partners specializing in real estate, Atty. Ludanielle N. Legarde, conducted a short seminar for one of its retainers, one of the country’s top real estate brokerage company. The purpose of the seminar was to arm real estate brokers with additional legal know how to close deals faster and to …

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GVES LAW Announces the Admission of Atty. Ludanielle Legarde as Partner

Announcements / By Peter Guan S. Espiritu

GVES Law is pleased to announce the admission of Atty. Ludanielle Legarde as a partner effective January 2024. This significant milestone reflects the Firm’s commitment to continuous growth and success as it redefines quality legal services. Atty. Legarde brings a wealth of experience and expertise to our firm, with focus on construction and real estate, …

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