Our Legal Team
Dean Ma. Soledad Margarita Deriquito-Mawis
Dean Mawis is the founder of the Mawis Law Office. She does not see her lawyering as a profession but more of a vocation. Dean wants to be of service to people, especially families in conflict, and to help in changing lives through her legal expertise and guidance.
Ma. Soledad Margarita Deriquito-Mawis
Founder
Atty. Marx Earvin C. Torino
Atty. Marx Torino, one of MLO’s Senior Associates, is a sharp and avid litigator, advocate and mentor. He also teaches at the Lyceum of the Philippines: College of Law.
Marx Earvin C. Torino
Senior Associate
Atty. Danielle D. Abuel
Atty. Dany is a lawyer by profession and a writer by passion. She understands that every case is a story that must be told faithfully and persuasively in the pursuit of truth and justice. [...]
Danielle D. Abuel
Senior Associate
Atty. Charity S. Salomon
Atty. Charity is a Senior Associate distinguished by her strong foundation in legal theory and her tireless work ethic. With valuable prior experience in government service, she brings a well-rounded and deeply analytical yet practical perspective to her practice. [...]
Charity S. Salomon
Senior Associate
Atty. Maria Patricia A. Abenido
Atty. Patricia believes that the law is a living, evolving system, and so to pursue law is an opportunity to learn something new and gain insight everyday. With these new learnings, she strives to make the daunting legal system more accessible and beneficial to the people who most need it.
Maria Patricia A. Abenido
Junior Associate
Atty. Maria Josefina S. Daria
Atty. Maria chose this profession not merely as a career, but as a calling to challenge exploitation, balance the scales of power, and amplify the voices of those who have been systematically silenced. Lagi’t lagi, para sa bayan.
Maria Josefina S. Daria
Junior Associate
Atty. John Russel P. Pascua
Russel approaches the practice of law as both a profession and a public trust. His experience in government service, legal support, and intellectual property work has shaped his commitment to diligence, precision, and ethical responsibility. [...]
John Russel P. Pascua
Junior Associate
Atty. Chardel Gian L. Origines
Atty. Origines is motivated by a deep commitment to public service, integrity, and the pursuit of justice. Through his experiences in government, the judiciary, and legal practice, he has seen how careful and principled legal work can directly affect the lives of individuals and communities. [...]
Chardel Gian L. Origines
Junior Associate
Atty. Mary Chris Otadoy
Atty. Mary Chris, or "MC," learned at an early age that she has passion for the pursuit of justice. She has a profound interest in providing solutions grounded in both logic and compassion. [...]
Mary Chris Otadoy
Junior Associate
Atty. Myra Angelli Gallardo-Batungbakal
Myra Angelli Gallardo-Batungbakal
Affiliate Counsel
Atty. Salud Katrina D. Mendoza
Atty. Kaye's unwavering hard work, dedication and integrity are her greatest strengths. Being part of Mawis Law Office challenges her and inspires her to be her best at all times. [...]
Salud Katrina D. Mendoza
Affiliate Counsel
Our Practice Areas
• Family Law
• Civil Law
• Business & Corporate Law
• Criminal Law
Contact Us
Address : Unit 223 2/F COMFOODS Building, Sen. Gil Puyat Ave., corner Chino Roces Ave., Makati City, 1200 NCR
Mobile : 0917 103 9103
Landline : (02) 8821-8668 and (02) 8821-8390
Email : mlo@mawislaw.com
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