SyCipLaw has been recognized as a Tier 1 firm in Tax Controversy in the recently released 2026 edition of the International Tax Review (ITR) World Tax directory. Additionally, the Firm earned a Tier 3 ranking in general corporate tax, which encompasses all tax advisory matters not specifically categorized in a jurisdiction. The Firm has retained these rankings since 2023.
Individual lawyers were also recognized by the guide. SyCipLaw Partner and Head of Tax Department Carina C. Laforteza has been ranked as Highly regarded in Tax Controversy and cited as a Women in Tax Leader.
Eleven lawyers were also cited as Promoted by the guide:
Transactional tax
- Hector M. de Leon, Jr.
Tax controversy
- Carlos Roberto Z. Lopez
- Russel L. Rodriguez
- Ronald Mark C. Lleno
- Hiyasmin H. Lapitan
- John Christian Joy A. Regalado
- Ma. Patricia B. Paz-Jacoba
- Joanna Marie O. Joson
- Maria Viola B. Vista
- Maria Christina C. Ortua-Ang
General corporate tax
- Benedicto P. Panigbatan
ITR World Tax is a globally recognized resource that assesses tax practitioners and firms across 155 jurisdictions. The rankings are determined based on client feedback, practical evidence, peer reviews, and individual research.
The complete rankings are accessible on the ITR World Tax website.