The Firm
Batino Law (Batino Talon Cacao Espinosa Campos) is a full-service law firm that provides legal services across a broad range of practice areas. These include corporate and commercial law, taxation, and labor and employment law. The firm also handles the litigation of civil and criminal cases, as well as special proceedings—such as those before the Court of Tax Appeals, the Office of the Ombudsman, and the Sandiganbayan. In addition, Batino Law assists clients with immigration matters, intellectual property, real estate transactions and regulatory compliance, including the coordination with government agencies and regulatory bodies.
The firm traces its roots to its founding partner, Romeo B. Batino, who established a solo legal practice in 1965. His commitment to professional excellence continues to guide the firm’s values and legal practice.
Over the years, Batino Law has built a diverse and loyal client base across various industries. The variety of matters and sectors the firm has served has allowed its lawyers to gain deep experience and expertise in their respective fields.
Today, the firm is composed of twenty seven lawyers, including seven partners who oversee its expanding practice areas. Among the partners, Ma. Pacita Karla F. Batino heads the litigation department. Carlos Jose F. Batino heads the labor and immigration law group, while Pio Lorenzo F. Batino, heads the business law department.
The firm’s other partners are Mae Antonette F. Talon-Gozos, Marileen A. Cacao, Ma. Cristina A. Espinosa, and Rosalinda G. Campos, each bringing valuable expertise in their respective fields. They are supported by senior associates Ma. Consolacion O. Belgado, Veronica R. Bayot-Teehankee, Marck Dominic L. Go, Jerick Anthony J. Sy, and Marianne C. Tud; and by associate lawyers Eva Joy S. Urayenza, Ritzchelle C. Belenzo, Niccolai Brigette M. Reyes, Efren D. Imperial, Jr., Wilfredo E. Reyes, Jr., Matthew C. Casis, Michael Frederick C. Respicio, Natalia Beatriz A. Armada, Jesica Mae M. Cañeca, Mikhail Amiel A. Macasaet, Chloe Julia G. Jalandoni, Gabrielle D. Tan, Ahmad Rajiv A. Ala, Stephen Andre Z. Espiritu, and Antonio A. Enrile-Inton III.
Built on a legacy that began in 1965, Batino Law continues to deliver trusted and effective legal solutions guided by professionalism and a tradition of service and dedication.