Davao City Law Firm
Strategic Legal Counsel for Private Clients and Businesses
Gutierrez & Lumanag Law and Notary assists clients in family law, annulment, criminal defense, corporate matters, labor disputes, property, taxation, immigration, and notarial services.
Our Practice
Focused Advocacy, Practical Strategy
Gutierrez & Lumanag Law and Notary is a Davao City law office serving individuals, families, entrepreneurs, and corporations that need careful legal judgment and direct partner involvement.
We combine litigation experience, transactional guidance, and notarial support with a client process designed for clarity, confidentiality, and timely action.
Private ClientsFamily, property, estates, immigration, and sensitive personal matters.
BusinessesCorporate structure, labor, tax, contracts, disputes, and compliance.
LitigationCivil, commercial, labor, criminal, and administrative proceedings.
Notarial ServicesDocument notarization and related legal documentation support.
Lead Counsel
The Partners
Direct partner-level strategy for litigation, private-client matters, and business concerns in Davao City and beyond.
Client Support
Legal Staff
Ellyza Andrea Aguanta
Firm Secretary
James Bryan Aguilon
Liaison Officer
Legal Services
Practice Areas
Clear service pages help clients understand the legal process and help search engines match the firm to local legal searches.
Annulment & Nullity
Legal strategy for declaration of nullity, annulment, recognition of foreign divorce, custody, support, and property consequences.
Best for clients seeking careful, confidential guidance through family court procedures.Family & Private Client
Child custody, support, adoption, guardianship, estate concerns, succession planning, and private family disputes.
Designed for sensitive matters where discretion and long-term planning matter.Criminal Defense
Representation in criminal investigations, preliminary proceedings, trial, and related administrative or reputational concerns.
Focused on evidence, procedure, liberty, and a disciplined defense narrative.Corporate Law
Entity formation, contracts, governance, compliance, shareholder concerns, corporate housekeeping, and regulatory filings.
For businesses that need practical legal structure before disputes arise.Labor & Employment
Employee discipline, termination, labor compliance, NLRC disputes, settlements, and workplace documentation.
Helps employers and employees understand risk, process, and possible remedies.Property & Real Estate
Land disputes, due diligence, contracts to sell, deeds, title concerns, estate property, and real estate litigation.
A practical approach to ownership, documentation, and enforcement.Taxation
BIR assessments, corporate tax planning, documentation, protests, and tax-sensitive commercial arrangements.
For clients who need tax advice connected to business decisions and disputes.Immigration
Visa concerns, dual citizenship, administrative filings, immigration compliance, and related legal representation.
For foreign nationals, families, and businesses managing Philippine immigration issues.Notarial Services
Notarization of affidavits, contracts, deeds, authorizations, corporate documents, and other legal instruments.
Available at the Davao City office during regular business hours, subject to requirements.
Consultation Process
What to Expect
A clear first meeting helps us assess urgency, available documents, risks, and the next legal steps.
1
Initial Briefing
You share the facts, documents, timeline, and outcome you are seeking.
2
Legal Assessment
We identify issues, procedural routes, strengths, risks, and missing evidence.
3
Strategy
You receive practical next steps, likely requirements, and engagement options.
4
Action
If engaged, the firm begins drafting, filing, negotiation, or representation.
Representative Matters
Anonymized Client Work
Examples are generalized to protect confidentiality and do not guarantee similar results.
Corporate Restructuring and Compliance
Assisted a Mindanao-based business with corporate documentation, regulatory coordination, and transaction-sensitive legal risk review.
Marital Status and Property Concerns
Provided strategic counsel on family court remedies, property implications, documentary requirements, and client confidentiality.
Evidence-Focused Criminal Representation
Developed defense strategy around procedure, factual inconsistencies, documentary review, and court advocacy.
Why Clients Choose Us
Institutional Advantage
Technical legal work paired with practical communication and direct accountability.
Strategy
Every matter starts with the client objective and legal path.
Confidentiality
Private-client and business matters are handled discreetly.
Evidence Review
Documents, timelines, and risks are reviewed before action.
Direct Access
Clients work with counsel and receive practical next steps.
Verified Legal Updates
Legal Briefings
Published updates should be sourced from official agencies or primary legal materials.
Electronic Filing for Annulment and Nullity Cases
Under A.M. No. 25-01-13-SC, pleadings, motions, and other papers in declaration of nullity and annulment cases must now be filed and served electronically in first- and second-level courts under Rule 13-A.
Official SC SourceBIR RMC No. 24-2026 and Cross-Border Services
The BIR clarified the application of prior circulars on cross-border services, including when Philippine taxability may require a closer review of the service agreement and economic benefit.
Official BIR SourceeCourt PH and Electronic Filing
The Supreme Court describes eCourt PH as part of its broader modernization efforts, including electronic filing and service of cases.
Official SC SourceSupreme Court AI Governance Framework
The Supreme Court announced a governance framework on human-centered augmented intelligence in the Judiciary, emphasizing fairness, accountability, and transparency.
Official SC Source
Consultation
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Consultation
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Visit Us
Davao City Office
The firm is centrally located at F. Torres Street for consultations, document review, legal strategy sessions, and notarial services.
Phone+63 898 103 2990
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Office HoursMonday to Friday | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Davao City Legal Help
Legal Services Near F. Torres Street, Davao City
Gutierrez & Lumanag Law and Notary assists clients from Davao City, nearby municipalities, and Mindanao with court, agency, business, family, property, tax, immigration, and notarial concerns.
Notary Public in Davao City
Affidavits, deeds, contracts, authorizations, corporate documents, and other instruments requiring notarization.
Bring valid government ID and original documents for review.Annulment Lawyer in Davao
Confidential guidance for annulment, declaration of nullity, recognition of foreign divorce, custody, support, and property issues.
Start with a consultation and document review.Criminal Defense Lawyer in Davao
Representation in preliminary investigation, court proceedings, evidence review, and urgent criminal defense concerns.
Bring subpoenas, complaints, affidavits, and notices immediately.Legal Disclaimer: The information on this website is provided for general informational purposes only and should not be taken as legal advice. Viewing this website, sending an inquiry, or submitting a form does not create an attorney-client relationship. A formal engagement is required before the firm represents any client. Past matters and examples do not guarantee future outcomes. Please consult counsel regarding the specific facts of your case.