Karren De Chavez

Karren Mae De Chavez is an accomplished legal professional with a diverse background in business law, taxation, and finance.

Currently serving as an Associate Legal Manager at Ortigas & Company, she excels in contract drafting, review, and negotiations, legal review of banking and finance projects, due diligence, and legal research.

In addition to her corporate role, Karren shares her expertise as a Faculty Member at University of Santo Tomas and University of Asia & the Pacific, teaching Business Law and Taxation to Accountancy students.

Prior to her current position, Karren honed her legal skills as an Associate Lawyer at SyCip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan Law Office, specializing in Banking, Finance, Securities, Special Projects, and Taxation.

She also gained valuable experience in Litigation and Employment law departments, representing companies across various industries in civil, commercial, criminal, and labor cases.

Karren's involvement in high-profile mergers and acquisitions, as well as financing deals, showcases her proficiency and contribution to significant transactions in the legal landscape.

Her notable engagements include transactions like Japan Tobacco, Inc.'s acquisition of assets of Mighty Corporation and Grab, Inc.'s acquisition of Uber's Southeast Asian Business.

Karren holds a Doctor of Law degree (JD) from the University of the Philippines and a Bachelor of Science in Accountancy from University of Santo Tomas.

Being a Certified Public Accountant adds a unique dimension to her legal expertise, enabling a holistic approach to complex financial matters.

Karren's professional journey began as a Tax Associate at SyCip Gorres Velayo & Co, demonstrating her dedication to mastering both legal and financial disciplines.