Legal Updates

German Q. Lichauco II, a senior partner at Siguion Reyna Montecillo & Ongsiako Law Office (SRMO) in the Philippines, specialises in litigation, construction, and commercial arbitration. With over 30 years of legal experience, he has handled a diverse range of cases, including high-profile litigation and complex arbitration matters. Atty. Lichauco’s expertise extends to corporate governance, business torts, and contractual controversies. In the past year, Atty. Lichauco has continued to play a pivotal role at SRMO and has also served as the former corporate secretary for various prominent entities, including Hereaus Electronic Materials Philippines, Casa Cebuana, Cebu Figueroa Estate Corporation, and others.

His extensive corporate governance experience includes positions such as former Chief Compliance Officer and current Corporate Secretary at Medical Doctors, as well as directorships in companies like Sharp Philippines Corporation and Soho Central Condominium.

Recently appointed as an Independent Director of Maharlika Investment Corporation (MIC), Atty. Lichauco oversees the governance of the Philippines’ sovereign wealth and national development fund, the Maharlika Funds. This appointment underscores his influential role in both legal practice and corporate governance in the Philippines.

Atty. Lichauco approaches problems with cutting-edge, out-of-the-box solutions and provides a clear roadmap to achieve desired outcomes, embodying SRMO’s century of law practice. He has successfully led numerous high-stakes legal battles, including intra-corporate disputes and hostile takeovers, leveraging his extensive litigation and arbitration expertise to deliver positive outcomes for his clients. His approach fosters a relationship with clients that transcends the typical attorney-client dynamic; clients often view him as a close friend or extended family member, entrusting him with both legal and personal issues. This deep rapport and trust enable him to build strong bonds and provide exceptional client service.