Butuyan & Rayel Law Offices

Butuyan & Rayel Law Offices (BRLaw) is a distinguished legal firm in the Philippines, renowned for its comprehensive expertise in criminal, commercial, and civil litigation. Established in 1991 by Managing Partner Joel Ruiz Butuyan, the firm has expanded with the addition of Senior Partners Roger R. Rayel in 2004 and Gilbert Andres in 2008. BRLaw offers a wide array of legal services, including family law, intra-corporate disputes, administrative, election, and labor cases. The firm's proficiency extends to commercial arbitration, agrarian reform, intellectual property, admiralty, immigration, land registration, real estate, probate, and estate planning. Through its corporate social responsibility initiatives, BRLaw actively engages in public interest cases, human rights advocacy, environmental law, and strategic litigation.

In addition to its litigation services, BRLaw provides corporate legal assistance encompassing general corporate housekeeping, corporate secretary duties, business registration, due diligence, and legal compliance. The firm also specializes in foreign investments, banking, and securities law. Its diverse clientele includes businesses in trading, merchandising, real estate, manufacturing, energy, information technology, tourism, and finance sectors. BRLaw has successfully represented both domestic and international clients from Europe, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia, demonstrating its global reach and adaptability.

The firm's strength lies in its team of highly qualified lawyers, who possess exceptional academic credentials from the Philippines' premier institutions and have pursued postgraduate studies at esteemed foreign universities. This solid educational foundation, combined with extensive practical experience, enables BRLaw to deliver effective and tailored legal solutions. The firm's commitment to excellence and passion for client advocacy have solidified its reputation as a trusted legal partner in the Philippines.