Lisbon, 17 August 2025 — The Philippine Embassy in Lisbon, in partnership with LGTON Law and the Integrated Bar of the Philippines International Law and International Affairs Committee (IBP ILIAC), conducted a legal education and assistance mission on Sunday, 17 August 2025, at the Embassy Chancery, providing overseas Filipinos in Portugal with vital legal guidance and services.
Philippine Ambassador to Portugal Paul Raymund P. Cortes opened the event by expressing his appreciation to LGTON Law and IBP ILIAC for their partnership in extending legal advice and information to overseas Filipinos. He highlighted the importance of collaboration between the public and private sectors in ensuring that Filipino communities abroad are guided and supported on matters concerning Philippine law. “This initiative provides clarity and guidance to our kababayans, and ensures that they have access to legal remedies and services, even while abroad,” Ambassador Cortes emphasized.
Atty. Diosdado Trillana, Managing Partner of LGTON Law, highlighted that the firm has previously organized similar initiatives with Philippine Embassies in Paris, Madrid, and Rome, reaffirming its thrust to support overseas Filipinos, particularly migrant workers whom he honored as the country’s bagong bayani.
IBP ILIAC Chair, Atty. Andre Palacios, expressed gratitude to the Philippine Embassy for co-organizing the event and reaffirmed IBP’s commitment to providing legal education and assistance to overseas Filipinos around the world.
The seminar covered the basics of Philippine family law, estate law, and property law. Following the presentations, members of the Filipino community in Lisbon were able to participate in one-on-one consultations with LGTON Law attorneys. These consultations allowed participants to discuss a variety of legal matters, including inheritance, marital issues, and property concerns under Philippine law, and to receive guidance tailored to their individual situations.
LGTON Law, a Makati-based Philippine firm, is recognized for its wide-ranging expertise in business, corporate, dispute resolution, labor, and government-related matters. Known for its client-focused approach, the firm provides tailored legal solutions to address diverse client needs.
Through this event, the Philippine Embassy in Portugal reiterates its commitment to organize programs and initiatives that safeguard the rights and welfare of overseas Filipinos in Portugal. END