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Portrait of Atty. Jose Luis G.

Atty. Jose Luis G.

Lawyer since:
2019
Civil
Land Issues
Criminal
Labor
Corporate
Immigration Law
Intellectual Property Law
Election Law
Medical Malpractice
Data Privacy
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₱1000

30 min

₱1700

60 min

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Basic Information


Location:
Muntinlupa,
Metro Manila (NCR)
Languages:
English, Tagalog, Bicolano
About:
Atty. Jose Luis G. is a trial and appellate lawyer focused on litigation and dispute resolution for individuals and businesses. He handles civil, family, criminal, commercial, labor, and administrative matters. He has handled cases before the MTCs, RTCs, Sandiganbayan, Court of Appeals, and Supreme Court, as well as matters before the DOLE, NLRC, DTI, DOJ, COMELEC, and various GOCCs. His work includes criminal defense and representation of private complainants; annulment, declaration of nullity, and other family-law matters; labor and employment cases; contract and commercial disputes; corporate matters; property, land registration, and condominium title matters; immigration-law concerns, intellectual property cases, and claims for damages. In each matter, he considers the evidence, applicable law and procedure, and the client’s lawful objectives. Alongside his practice, he teaches law, reflecting his engagement with legal education, professional responsibility, and ethical advocacy.
Education

Ateneo de Manila University
2004 - 2008
Bachelor of Arts, Major in Humanities - Quezon CityMinor in Hispanic Studies; Certificate in Spanish Proficiency
University of the Philippines - Diliman
2010 - 2013
81 Units - Juris Doctor - Quezon City
San Beda College - Alabang
2015 - 2018
Bachelor of Laws (Juris Doctor) - Muntinlupa City
University of the Philippines Law Center — Institute for the Administration of Justice
2022 - 2022
Legal Education Advancement Program - Quezon City
University of the Philippines College of Law
2026 - 2026
Master of Laws (LL.M.), in progress — Expected 2028 - UP Diliman (BGC Campus)
Work Experience

Ateneo de Naga University
2020 - present
Law Professor (Lecturer) - Naga City
Teaches the following subjects: Commercial Laws II (Transportation Law, Insurance Law, Intellectual Property, Competition Act, and Data Privacy Act), Fundamentals of Thesis Writing I & II, Juris Doctor Thesis, Insurance, Legal Ethics, and Sales & Lease.
GeneraLaw Abogados
2019 - present
Affiliated / External Counsel (Independent) - Naga City
GeneraLaw Alabang
2019 - present
Lawyer - Muntinlupa City
University of Nueva Caceres
2026 - present
Law Professor (Lecturer) - Naga City
Teaches Corporation and Securities Law.
Farahi Law Firm
2023 - 2025
Litigation Training Head - Los Angeles, California
Barrientos Avelino General Law
2019 - 2022
Partner - Muntinlupa City
Zvelo, Inc.
2008 - 2018
Linguist-Supervisor - Makati City
Publications and Awards

  • Publication Grant: «El tren nocturno ya no para aquí» (Aureus), Ateneo De Naga University, and National Book Development Board, 2021
  • Fellowship & Workshop (Merit-Based) for Legal Research, Writing, and Syllabus Development, Legal Education Board, and the University of the Philippines Law Center, 2022.
  • Fellowship (Merit-Based) for Teaching International Law to Filipinos, Legal Education Board (LEB) and the University of the Philippines Law Center, 2022.
  • Fellowship (Merit-Based) for Legal Scholarship & Publication, Legal Education Board, and the University of the Philippines Law Center, 2022-2023.
  • Fellowship (Merit-Based) for Thesis Writing & Advising, Legal Education Board, and the University of the Philippines Law Center, 2022.
  • Publication: «Confidencias íntimas»: An Autobiography by Luis F. General, 1893-1970. Transl. Jose Luis O. General. Ateneo de Naga University Press, 2015.
  • Nomination: «Confidencias íntimas», Best Translated Work, and Best Memoir, National Book Awards, 2016.
  • Publication: «El tren nocturno ya no para aquí» (Aureus, Carlos O.), Transl. Jose Luis O. General. Ateneo de Naga University Press, 2022.
  • Publication: “To the Millennials: Duterte? Think Again.” Bicol Mail. 14 April 2016.
  • Publication: “End Obsession with Top Ten.” The Philippine Daily Inquirer. 13 Dec 2016.
  • Publication: “Why PH youth should embrace Spanish.” The Philippine Daily Inquirer. 7 July 2018.
  • Under review for publication: “Institutional Failure to Constrain Presidents in Republican Forms of Governments: Case Studies of Trump and Duterte”. Comparative Constitutional Law.
  • Award (Corporate): Top Performer for Litigation – Farahi Law Firm, 2023.

Reviews


5.00/5

Based on 6 user reviews

Oct 1, 2026

Consultation

I had a great experience with this lawyer. He was clear and concise with his advice, making the legal process easy to understand and giving me confidence in the next steps.

Jul 29, 2026

Consultation

Handled well my query. Spotted the issue and explained it in simple terms. Provided as well a practical and helpful action plan

Sep 3, 2026

Consultation

Atty. Jose Luis G. was very thorough and practical with his legal explanations. We will definitely consult with him again.

Sep 26, 2026

Consultation

Atty Jose Luis have been clear with the points I have inquired for.

Aug 23, 2026

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Call gets choppy every now and then.