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Baker McKenzie

Founded in 1949, Baker McKenzie operates in the Philippines through its member firm Quisumbing Torres, offering legal expertise in corporate transactions, emplo...

Baker McKenzie

Baker McKenzie is a multinational law firm headquartered in Chicago that provides legal advisory services across 71 offices in 46 countries, including specialized guidance on data privacy compliance and security requirements in the Philippines.

Founded in 1949, Baker McKenzie operates in the Philippines through its member firm Quisumbing Torres, offering legal expertise in corporate transactions, employment law, intellectual property, and data privacy compliance.

Core Mandate

Baker McKenzie serves as a global legal services provider with the following mandates:

  • Deliver integrated legal advice across multiple jurisdictions
  • Guide clients on regulatory compliance, including personal data protection requirements
  • Advise on cross-border transactions and corporate governance
  • Provide industry-specific legal solutions for technology, healthcare, finance, and real estate sectors

Key Services

Baker McKenzie's Philippines practice (Quisumbing Torres) offers:

  • Corporate & Commercial/M&A: Mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, foreign investment structuring
  • Data Privacy & Technology: Compliance with the Data Privacy Act of 2012 and NPC Circular No. 2023-06
  • Employment & Compensation: Labor law compliance and workforce management
  • Intellectual Property: Trademark, copyright, and patent protection
  • Tax Advisory: Local and international tax structuring, BIR compliance
  • Dispute Resolution: Litigation, arbitration, and mediation services

Philippine Data Privacy Guidance

Baker McKenzie provides authoritative analysis on Philippine data privacy regulations through its InsightPlus platform. The firm has published detailed guidance on:

  • NPC Circular No. 2023-06: The updated minimum security requirements for personal data protection issued by the National Privacy Commission
  • Privacy Impact Assessments: Requirements for conducting PIAs on all data processing systems
  • Data Protection Officer Registration: Compliance with DPO designation requirements
  • Security Standards: Organizational, physical, and technical measures for data protection

You can use Baker McKenzie's published resources when implementing data privacy compliance measures for your real estate brokerage operations.

Jurisdiction

  • Global Headquarters: Chicago, United States
  • Philippine Office: Quisumbing Torres, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig City
  • Regional Scope: 71 offices across 46 countries in Asia Pacific, EMEA, North America, and Latin America

Relevance to Philippine Real Estate

Real estate professionals in the Philippines benefit from Baker McKenzie's guidance when:

  • Implementing data privacy compliance for client personal information
  • Understanding security requirements under NPC Circular No. 2023-06
  • Structuring cross-border property investments
  • Navigating regulatory requirements from DHSUD and other agencies
  • Managing corporate restructuring and joint ventures

The firm's analysis of NPC Circular No. 2023-06 provides essential guidance for real estate companies that process personal data, including requirements for:

  • Designating and registering a Data Protection Officer
  • Conducting Privacy Impact Assessments
  • Implementing access control policies
  • Establishing data disposal procedures

Official Resources

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