Cruz Marcelo & Tenefrancia (CMT) is pleased to announce its inclusion in the Chambers and Partners Global Guide 2026, with rankings in two key practice areas:
• Band 3 – Corporate/M&A
• Band 3 – Projects, Infrastructure & Energy
The Chambers Global rankings are based on extensive independent research, including client interviews, peer feedback, and assessment of recent transactional and contentious work. Inclusion in the Global Guide reflects the Firm’s capability to handle sophisticated cross-border matters and complex domestic transactions.
In addition to the Firm’s practice area rankings, several partners received individual distinctions:
• Patricia A. O. Bunye – Eminent Practitioner, Projects, Infrastructure & Energy
• Rosa Michele C. Bagtas – Band 4, Corporate/M&A
• Pancho G. Umali– Band 3, Projects, Infrastructure & Energy
These recognitions underscore CMT’s depth of expertise in high-value transactions, major infrastructure developments, and strategic corporate advisory work.

