Gordo Law Firm
Full-Service Law Office in Cebu | Criminal, Civil, Family, Labor, Immigration & Corporate Law
Gordo Law Firm is a full-service legal practice based in Cebu City, Philippines, offering strategic legal assistance to Filipinos, expatriates, foreign businesses, OFWs, and startups. Founded by Atty. Shienna Divina P. Gordo, the firm provides comprehensive legal services tailored to personal, family, business, and regulatory matters in the Philippines.
Our team is experienced in navigating the Philippine legal system and offers practical, rights-based solutions—whether in litigation, legal compliance, or document preparation.
⚖️ Practice Areas We Handle (Not Limited To):
Criminal Defense & Prosecution – Estafa, qualified theft, VAWC, cybercrime, fraud, B.P. 22, (bounced checks), Homicide, and other criminal cases.
Civil and Property Disputes – Land titling, partition, ejectment, damages, breach of contract
Family Law & Estate – Annulment, legal separation, recognition of foreign divorce, child custody, support, inheritance
Labor Law & NLRC Cases – Illegal dismissal, wage claims, employer-employee disputes
HR & Labor Compliance for Employers – DOLE audits, internal investigations, HR policies, handbooks, contracts
Immigration Law – Visa assistance, blacklisting removal, overstaying issues, deportation defense, ACR I-Card
Business & Corporate Law – SEC registration, business permits, corporate housekeeping, contract drafting
Startup Legal Support – Business formation, founder agreements, investment term sheets, regulatory planning
Consumer Rights & Protection – Product liability, deceptive practices, consumer redress
Data Privacy & Technology Law – Compliance with the Philippine DPA and GDPR, breach response, cross-border data issues
BPO Legal Services – Hybrid entity compliance, labor audits, outsourcing contracts, data privacy
Insurance & Finance Legal Issues – Claims assistance, regulatory compliance, dispute resolution
Intellectual Property – Trademark registration, copyright protection, IP licensing and enforcement
Contracts & Notarization (Coming Soon) – Affidavits, SPAs, sworn statements, MOUs, loan agreements
Custom Legal Solutions – Special or complex cases requiring tailored advice or representation
We accept and handle all types of cases whether in litigation, advisory, compliance, or documentation, serving both individual and business clients. Whether you're protecting your rights, building your business, or resolving a dispute, we provide clear legal pathways backed by deep legal understanding and procedural care.
📍 Office: 5th Floor, Park Centrale Building, JM del Mar St., Cebu IT Park, Cebu City
📞 Consult with us today—your legal solution starts here.
About GORDO LAW FIRM
Founded in 2025
3 people in their team
Practice areas
Languages spoken
5 / 5
21/07/2025
John:
GORDO LAW FIRM made the entire process of starting my business in the Philippines unbelievably smoot ...
Practice areas
Criminal Defense
We handle all-encompassing criminal cases, both for the defense and the prosecution of private complainants. From investigation to trial, we provide strategic and assertive legal representation to protect your rights and pursue justice.
Lawsuits & Disputes
We represent clients in civil lawsuits and legal disputes involving claims for damages, breach of contract, property conflicts, and other contentious matters. Whether you are filing a case or defending one, we work to protect your interests and resolve disputes efficiently—through negotiation, mediation, or litigation.
Employment & Labor
We assist both employees and employers in navigating labor standards, workplace disputes, and compliance with Philippine labor laws. Our services cover illegal dismissal, underpayment, constructive dismissal, labor complaints before the NLRC, and preventive legal guidance for HR and company policies. Whether you're protecting your rights or managing your workforce, we provide practical and compliant legal solutions.
Accidents & Injuries
We handle personal injury cases involving vehicular accidents, workplace incidents, medical negligence, and wrongful death. We help victims and their families claim just compensation for medical expenses, lost income, pain and suffering, and emotional distress. We also assist in pursuing insurance claims and holding negligent parties accountable—whether through settlement or court action.
Bankruptcy & Debt
We provide legal support in all matters involving debt and financial distress—whether you are a debtor or a creditor. Our services include personal and corporate insolvency, debt restructuring, suspension of payments, collection of unpaid debts, enforcement of loan agreements, and settlement negotiations. We help protect your assets, recover what is rightfully owed, and navigate complex financial situations with strategic legal guidance.
Business
We help entrepreneurs, startups, and established companies with all aspects of doing business in the Philippines—from business registration and permits to contract drafting, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance. Whether you’re setting up a sole proprietorship, partnership, or corporation, we provide practical legal support to help your business start right and stay protected.
Civil & Human Rights
We advocate for the protection of fundamental rights and freedoms guaranteed under the law. Our services include handling cases involving unlawful arrest, harassment, discrimination, violation of constitutional rights, and abuse of authority. We help individuals assert their rights and seek remedies before the proper courts and human rights institutions.
Family
We provide compassionate and strategic legal assistance in all areas of family law, including annulment, legal separation, child custody and support, violence against women and children (VAWC), adoption, inheritance disputes, recognition of foreign divorce and more. We guide families through sensitive legal matters with care, confidentiality, and a strong commitment to protecting your rights and the best interests of your loved ones.
Immigration
We provide comprehensive immigration legal services for expats, retirees, foreign investors, BPO owners, and returning Filipinos. Our services cover tourist, work, retirement, and special resident visas; ACR I-Cards; visa extensions; and compliance with Bureau of Immigration requirements.
We also assist with recognition of Filipino citizenship, dual citizenship applications, lifting of blacklist orders, deportation defense, and immigration support for foreign-owned businesses and their employees.
Whether you're staying short-term or settling long-term in the Philippines, we ensure your immigration status is secure, compliant, and handled with care.
Real Estate
We provide comprehensive legal support in all areas of real estate, including property sales, title transfers, land registration, boundary disputes, and contract review. We also assist with land due diligence, inheritance and partition of property, ownership verification, and claims involving ancestral or untitled land.
For foreign clients and investors, we offer legal guidance on foreign ownership restrictions, condominium purchases, and compliance with Philippine real estate laws. Whether you're acquiring, selling, inheriting, or protecting real property, we help secure your rights and transactions with confidence.
Consumer Rights
We protect consumers from unfair business practices, product defects, false advertising, and abusive collection methods. Our services include handling refund and warranty claims, online purchase disputes, fraudulent transactions, and data privacy violations involving consumer information. Whether you're dealing with a dishonest seller or asserting your rights under the Consumer Act and other related laws, we help you demand accountability and fair treatment.
Elder Law
We provide legal support to senior citizens and their families on matters affecting aging, health, and long-term care. Our services include estate planning, wills and inheritance, guardianship, retirement benefits, and protection against elder abuse or exploitation. With compassion and care, we help ensure that the rights, dignity, and wishes of the elderly are protected.
Insurance
We help individuals and businesses assert their rights under various insurance policies, including life, health, property, vehicle, accident, and business coverage. Our services cover denied or delayed claims, insurance fraud, policy interpretation, and disputes over coverage for accidents, natural disasters, and other unexpected events. We also advise companies on corporate insurance policies to ensure adequate protection and legal compliance. Whether you're a policy-holder or beneficiary, we work to make sure insurers deliver on their obligations.
Intellectual Property
We help individuals, creatives, startups, and businesses protect and enforce their intellectual property rights. Our services include trademark and copyright registration, patent filing support, licensing agreements, IP audits, and infringement actions. We also assist digital creators, e-commerce brands, and tech startups in safeguarding their content, inventions, and brand identity. Whether you’re building a business or defending your original work, we ensure your intellectual assets are secured under Philippine law.
Media, Technology and Telecoms
We provide end-to-end legal support to clients in the media, tech, and telecom industries—including content creators, broadcasters, software developers, digital platforms, startups, and telcos. Our services cover regulatory compliance, intellectual property, licensing, data privacy and cybersecurity, NTC and SEC regulations, and cybercrime prevention.
We also assist with AI-related legal concerns, e-commerce platform compliance, and fintech regulations, helping clients navigate emerging technologies and business models with confidence. Whether you're launching an app, managing a digital brand, or scaling your tech business, we ensure your operations are legally sound in today’s complex digital landscape.
Our Partners and Associates

Atty. Shienna Divina P. Gordo is a dynamic and trusted legal practitioner known for delivering clear, strategic, and solution-oriented counsel. As the founding lawyer of Gordo Law Office, she offers high-quality legal services across a wide range of practice areas, including criminal defense, family law, labor and employment, immigration, business, and civil litigation.
Clients value her for her professionalism, responsiveness, and ability to simplify complex legal issues. Whether representing individuals in sensitive personal matters or advising businesses on compliance and risk, Atty. Gordo is committed to providing ethical, efficient, and results-driven legal support.
5 / 5
21/07/2025
John:
GORDO LAW FIRM made the entire process of starting my business in the Philippines unbelievably smooth and stress-free. Atty. Shienna Divina Gordo is extremely knowledgeable, responsive, and easy to work with. From business registration to ongoing legal compliance, everything was handled with professionalism and clarity. What could’ve been a complicated experience turned into a seamless journey. Thanks to GORDO LAW, my business is now fully operational and thriving in Cebu. If you’re a local or foreign entrepreneur looking to establish or expand your business in the Philippines, this is the firm you want by your side. Highly recommended for their expertise, integrity, and client-focused approach.