DelRosarioLaw lawyers among the top 100 lawyers in the Philippines
 
We are proud to announce that four (4) lawyers of DelRosarioLaw were adjudged to be part of the Top 100 Lawyers in the Philippines by the Asia Business Law Journal for 2024.  The list is based on extensive research conducted and nominations received from in-house counsel based in the Philippines and elsewhere, as well as Philippines-focused partners at international law firms.  Included in the list are DelRosarioLaw’s Co-Managing Partners Ruben Del Rosario and Arturo Del Rosario, Jr. as well as Senior Partners Charles Dela Cruz and Joseph Rebano. 
 
Joseph was also the recipient of Asialaw’s 2024 Aviation and Shipping Lawyer of the Year which was held at Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.  DelRosarioLaw was shortlisted as Aviation and Shipping Firm of the Year.
 
Our congratulations to the awardees! 
 
With the passage of long-awaited Magna Carta of Seafarers, the Firm has been active in speaking engagements with the various stakeholders these past weeks discussing the intricacies and salient provisions of this landmark legislation. 
 
Notably, the Firms Partners, Charles Dela Cruz, Herbert Tria and Denise Cabanos in collaboration with Gard participated in a very successful 3-day People Claims seminar with the Club’s Members held at Gard Greece office in Piraeus from 15 to 17 October 2024.

DelRosario’s Joseph Rebano attended the TT Club Network Global Partners meeting in London. 
 
DelRosario’s Joseph Rebano and Veronica Del Rosario visited P&I Clubs and Clients in London and Newcastle. Thank you to UK Club, Tokio Marine, NorthStandard, Gard, West of England, Skuld, Britannia, Steamship Mutual, American Club, Shipowners Club, and Japan P&I for having us.
 
DelRosario’s Gina Guinto and Ruben Jose Del Rosario Jr. visited Norway. Thank you to Gard and Skuld for having us.

New Lawyers
 
Ma. Shemeda P. Caro is a University of Santo Tomas graduate, Bachelor of Arts, Legal Management (Cum Laude).  She also obtained her Juris Doctor degree from the same school in 2022 and passed the bar on 2023.  She is a member of Maritime Law Association of the Philippines (MARLAW).
 
Marina Antoinette H. Cruz is a De La Salle-College of St. Benilde graduate, Bachelor of Arts in Major in Consular and Diplomatic Affairs (Honorable Mention). Toni was an exchange student in Universidad de Alcala in Alcala de Henares, Spain in 2016. She obtained her Juris Doctor degree at the San Beda University in 2022 and passed the bar on 2023. She is a member of Maritime Law Association of the Philippines (MARLAW).
 
 
TMNF Study Session
 
DelRosarioLaw Partners Joseph Rebano and Florencio Aquino with Del Rosario Pandiphil Medical Director, Dr. Edgardo Del Rosario presented to the marine claims handlers of Tokio Marine & Nichido Fire Insurance Co., Ltd. Last 2 August 2024.
 
The discussion centered on mental health claims handling, the Amended Migrant Workers Act, legal developments in crew claims and the anticipated Magna Carta for Filipino Seafarers. 

Representatives from West of England P&I Club participated in the DR Familiarization Program last 12-16 February 2024. Joining the program were Chris Edwards (London office), Filina Sarri (Greece office) and Rachel Baker (Hong Kong office). The program consisted of in-house seminars conducted by DR Partners, visits to the labor tribunals, seafarer’s union, PEME and post-employment medical clinics as well as manning agents.