Philippine Law Firm

Counsel with Clarity.
Advocacy with Heart. Dematera & De Guzman Law

A broad-scope Philippine law firm delivering rigorous legal counsel to individuals, families, and businesses.

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Broad-Scope Law Practice
Civil · Family · Criminal
Corporate · Fintech · Tech Law
Immigration · Property · Labor
Philippines-Based Attorneys

Who We Are

Law that Speaks Your Language

We know legal problems can feel overwhelming. That is why DDLAW is built differently — a firm that leads with clarity, listens carefully, and delivers sound counsel without unnecessary complexity.

Whether you're a startup founder navigating compliance, a family dealing with a custody issue, or an individual who just needs to know their rights — you don't have to figure it out alone.

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"The Law Firm of Dematera & De Guzman — ."
— The DDLAW Standard

What We Handle

Excellence Across Every Area of Law

From the deeply personal to the highly technical — our attorneys bring the same precision and care to every matter.

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Criminal Law

Defense, settlement, and courtroom advocacy — handled with resolve from day one.

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Family Law

Annulment, custody, estate, and family matters — handled with sensitivity and expertise.

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Corporate Law

From incorporation to mergers — we protect the legal foundation of your business.

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Tech & Fintech Law

Data privacy compliance, digital disputes, and startup support for the modern economy.

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Intellectual Property

Your ideas are your empire — copyright, patent, trademark, and beyond.

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Labor Law

Employment contracts, terminations, compliance — full workplace legal support.

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Immigration Law

Residency, citizenship, naturalization, and visa applications — navigated with care.

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Property & Tax Law

Real estate from contract to closing, plus tax strategy, filings, and audit defense.

Retainer Packages

Predictable Costs.
Always-On Counsel.

Fixed monthly pricing with direct attorney access. No surprise bills. No chasing lawyers. Ideal for businesses, startups, and individuals who want peace of mind — not hourly anxiety.

Basic Retainer

Affordable entry-level legal support. For startups and individuals who want direct attorney access without the big firm price tag.

  • Priority email responses
  • On-call legal consultations
  • Basic document review
  • Upgrade anytime — no lock-in
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Retainer Plus

Everything in Basic — plus DDLAW serves as your corporate secretary, resident agent, and independent director.

  • All Basic Retainer benefits
  • Corporate secretary services
  • Resident agent representation
  • Independent director services
  • Proactive risk management
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Accounting & Bookkeeping

Precise accounting and bookkeeping to keep your records accurate, compliant, and stress-free. Can be bundled with any retainer.

  • Accurate financial record management
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Tax-ready books
  • Bundleable with retainer plans
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Free Legal Insights

Legal Insights

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Couple in marital conflict — Grossly Abusive Conduct and Legal Separation

Family Law & Marriage

When the Cruelty Isn't Physical: The Supreme Court Clarifies What Counts as "Grossly Abusive Conduct"

A plain-language guide to G.R. No. 243647, Garry B. Go v. Lynn Y. Chan-Go

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Remedial Law

Leading vs. Misleading Questions: What’s the Fuss About?

Leading questions are allowed on cross. Misleading questions never are. A plain-language guide to what the viral courtroom exchange was really about.

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The Impeachment Process and the Role of the Supreme Court

Litigation

The Impeachment Process and the Role of the Supreme Court

Understanding checks and balances and judicial review under the 1987 Constitution.

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All articles are for general information purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. For your specific situation, please consult a qualified lawyer.

Our Attorneys

Real Lawyers,
Real People

DDLAW was founded by two experienced attorneys committed to delivering quality legal counsel with precision, transparency, and integrity. We do not merely represent our clients — we partner with them.

Meet the Team
Atty. Kristian C. Dematera, ECE — Founding Partner of DDLAW
Atty. Kristian C. Dematera, ECE
Founding Partner
Atty. Satriani De Guzman — Managing Partner of DDLAW
Atty. Satriani De Guzman
Managing Partner

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Whether you require a brief consultation or comprehensive legal representation, our attorneys are ready to assist.

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