WINNING | DivinaLaw expands legal reach in fast-growth sectors

Insider Spotlight

• DivinaLaw deepens advisory work in data, fintech, and energy
• Demand rises for cross-sector regulatory and tech counsel
• Firm marks sustained momentum across emerging industries

One of the country’s largest law firms is strengthening its footprint across some of the Philippines’ fastest-growing and most regulated sectors, as demand accelerates for legal counsel that can bridge technology, compliance, and industry-specific regulation.

From data-driven businesses to energy and digital entertainment, DivinaLaw’s recent work reflects how Philippine law practices are evolving alongside the country’s digital and economic transformation.

That momentum was underscored this year when DivinaLaw earned multiple distinctions at the Philippine Law Firm Awards 2025, marking its seventh straight year of recognition.

Nilo Divina

The firm's founder and managing partner has set his sights on high growth areas of the Philippine economy.

In a social media post on Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2026, the firm said it was recently cited as a top law firm in data compliance; energy; entertainment, e-sports and gaming; fintech; and technology, media, and telecoms, highlighting the breadth of its sector coverage rather than a single niche strength.

Why it matters

As Philippine regulators sharpen rules around data privacy, fintech innovation, and digital platforms, companies increasingly seek advisers who understand both the law and the commercial realities of emerging industries. Firms with multidisciplinary capabilities are better positioned to guide clients through regulatory change without slowing growth.

The awards were conferred by Asia Business Law Journal and were determined through votes, references, and qualitative feedback from in-house counsel and legal professionals in the Philippines and globally, reinforcing the market-facing nature of the recognition.

By the numbers

• Seven consecutive years of recognition
• Five practice areas cited as top-tier
• Feedback sourced from domestic and international legal professionals

What they’re saying

“This recognition reflects our firm’s commitment to delivering practical, forward-looking legal solutions that help clients navigate increasingly complex regulatory environments,” the firm said. “We are grateful for the trust of our clients and peers, whose feedback continues to shape how we grow and innovate.”

The big picture

Legal demand in sectors such as fintech, esports, and data compliance is no longer episodic—it is structural. As Philippine businesses expand regionally and globally, law firms are expected to provide counsel that aligns local regulation with international standards.

DivinaLaw’s sustained presence across multiple growth sectors signals how Philippine firms are repositioning themselves for long-term relevance in a technology-driven economy.

What’s next

Industry observers expect continued growth in advisory work tied to digital infrastructure, platform governance, and energy transition—areas where cross-disciplinary legal expertise will remain a competitive differentiator. — Daxim L. Lucas | Ed: Corrie S. Narisma