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17/10/2026

NARP LAW Senior Counsel Represents Filipino Youth at ASEAN Business Summit in Malaysia

NARP LAW is proud to recognize its Senior Counsel, Atty. Noel Christopher S. Casuncad (far left), for representing the youth of the Philippines at the 10th Selangor ASEAN Business Conference 2026, held on October 14 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

Carrying the theme “Selangor: The Gateway to ASEAN’s Youth and Future,” the conference brought together leaders and stakeholders to discuss opportunities shaping ASEAN’s business landscape and the next generation of regional leaders.

Atty. Casuncad’s participation reflects the importance of Filipino youth representation in international conversations on business, leadership, and regional cooperation.

NARP LAW congratulates Atty. Casuncad on this opportunity to represent the Philippines on an international platform and contribute to conversations shaping the region’s future.

15/10/2026

Shaping the next generation of leaders.

We are pleased to share that our Managing Counsel, Atty. Renuel Napiere, was invited to serve as a judge at the Enactus Philippines National Competition and Innovation Summit 2026, in partnership with De La Salle University Manila.

The summit brings together student innovators and aspiring entrepreneurs whose ideas seek to address real-world challenges through entrepreneurship and sustainable impact.

We are honored to see Atty. Napiere contribute his perspective at the intersection of law, business, and innovation—supporting a platform that encourages the next generation to turn ideas into meaningful ventures.

Congratulations to Enactus Philippines and De La Salle University on bringing together the next generation of changemakers.

14/10/2026

In the headlines: billions in financial transactions. But under the AMLA, does a large transaction automatically mean a suspicious one?

Not necessarily. The law draws a distinction that matters far beyond the impeachment trial.

Read the full article to understand the difference between covered and suspicious transactions—and why it matters for businesses, financial institutions, and you.

https://narplaw.com/2026/10/14/covered-vs-suspicious-transactions-philippines/

30/09/2026

Does having a Privacy Policy mean your company is already compliant with Philippine data privacy law?

The answer involves five pillars of compliance identified by the National Privacy Commission.

Read the full article here:

https://narplaw.com/2026/09/30/the-five-pillars-of-data-privacy-compliance-in-the-philippines/

What does data privacy compliance require in the Philippines? Learn the five pillars organizations should build into their privacy and data protection program.

28/09/2026

Congratulations to our Senior Counsel, Atty. Noel Christopher S. Casuncad, on being invited as a subject matter expert and speaker during the Bank of China Philippines’ AMLLCO Compliance Month.

Held under the theme “Mission is Possible. 100% Compliance Everyday,” the session brought together compliance professionals for a discussion focused on strengthening AML compliance and deepening practical understanding of regulatory requirements.

His extensive experience across banking, fintech, AML, regulatory compliance, and corporate legal practice reflects the depth of expertise he brings to Napiere Law Firm (NARP LAW).

Congratulations, Atty. Noel, on this well-deserved recognition.

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NARP LAW assists clients in navigating complex legal issues, regulatory requirements, and legal risks structuring operations for compliance and growth.

For more information, you may contact us at [email protected] or at +639063731095.

23/09/2026

Can a HOA block a homeowner from using subdivision roads because of unpaid dues?

Read the full article:

https://narplaw.com/2026/09/23/hoa-sanctions-philippines-ra-9904/

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NARP LAW assists clients in navigating complex legal issues, regulatory requirements, and legal risks structuring operations for compliance and growth.

For more information, you may contact us at [email protected] or at +639063731095.

16/09/2026

Can you be charged with money laundering even if you didn't commit the underlying crime?

Read the full article here:

Can someone be liable for money laundering without committing the predicate crime? Learn the Philippine legal distinction and AML implications.

09/09/2026

Can a store require customers to pay by installment only?

DTI DAO 21-03 sets rules on how merchants may offer cash, installment, and digital payment options to consumers.

The rules discussed the following:

(1) Cash payments;
(2) Credit and debit cards;
(3) QR and electronic payments;
(4) Installment agreements;
(5) Interest and other charges; and
(6) Disclosure of payment options

For businesses, knowing these rules can help prevent avoidable customer disputes and DTI complaints. Know your payment rules before they become a compliance problem.

Read the full article in this edition of Legally Speaking at

https://narplaw.com/2026/09/09/dao-21-03-payment-options-merchants-philippines/

Learn the payment rules for merchants under DTI DAO 21-03, including cash, installment, digital payments, pricing, disclosures, and compliance.

04/09/2026

NARP LAW congratulates NEXUS CORE SYSTEM TECHNOLOGY CORP. on its opening.

It is a privilege to support NEXUS GROUP as it begins this exciting chapter. We look forward to continuing to work alongside the company as it grows, navigates new opportunities, and builds for the future.

Wishing the entire team continued success.

02/09/2026

When can a bank bear the loss caused by its own negligence?

In BDO Unibank, Inc. v. Barcellano, the Supreme Court discussed the consequences of a bank's gross negligence in prematurely releasing funds.

The ruling highlights the extraordinary diligence required of banks and the limits of recovering funds when the bank's own negligence caused the loss.

Read the full discussion in this edition of Legally Speaking:

https://narplaw.com/2026/09/02/when-banks-bear-the-loss-gross-negligence-and-the-recovery-of-funds/