Our Lawyers

Joanna Marie E. Egam

Senior Associate

jm.egam@cruzmarcelo.com

Practice Areas

Corporate and Commercial Law

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Strategic & Development Projects

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Taxation

Professional Background

Ms. Egam is a Senior Associate in the firm’s Corporate and Special Projects Department. Her practice focuses on a range of corporate law matters, including taxation, corporate restructuring, mergers and acquisitions, regulatory compliance, and real estate transactions. Her background as a Certified Public Accountant supports her work in navigating the financial aspects inherent in these diverse legal areas.

 

She regularly advises clients on corporate transactions and real estate dealings; provides meticulous review of contracts; and assists with understanding and adhering to regulatory requirements in the Philippines. She likewise supports clients with their corporate governance requirements, tax assessments, as well as compliance with Philippine labor laws and other local regulations

 

Ms. Egam obtained her Juris Doctor degree from the University of the Philippines College of Law in 2021, where she was also awarded the Dean’s Medal for Academic Excellence. She was admitted to the Philippine Bar in 2022 with Exemplary Performance. In 2016, she earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration and Accountancy from the same university, where she graduated cum laude. She became a Certified Public Accountant in the same year.