Corporations in the Philippines are regulated by the Revised Corporation Code and supervised by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Compliance includes timely filing of General Information Sheets (GIS), Audited Financial Statements (AFS), and notices of board or shareholder changes. JK Law offers strategic assistance in corporate housekeeping, regulatory filings, and board compliance, helping businesses avoid penalties, maintain good standing, and operate transparently.
Why SEC Compliance Matters
Non-compliance may result in administrative sanctions, fines, inability to transact with banks or agencies, and even corporate dissolution. By ensuring your SEC compliance is up to date, your business maintains its legal status and credibility with stakeholders, investors, and the public.
How JK Law Can Help
1 / Corporate Housekeeping
JK Law ensures your corporate documents and records are updated, accurate, and legally compliant. We help:
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Maintain a proper corporate minutes book (board and stockholder meetings)
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Update articles of incorporation or bylaws when needed
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Assist in preparing and recording board resolutions and corporate actions
2 / Timely Filing of Required SEC Reports
We prepare and file the following on behalf of our clients:
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General Information Sheet (GIS) – Filed annually within 30 days after the annual stockholders’ meeting
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Audited Financial Statements (AFS) – Filed annually within the deadline based on your fiscal year
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Notification of Change in Officers, Address, or Capital Structure
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Special Filings – For mergers, amendments, or dissolution
3 / Compliance for Foreign-Owned Corporations
JK Law assists foreign investors and subsidiaries in complying with:
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Foreign Investment Act (FIA) requirements
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60-40 Filipino ownership rules (where applicable)
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SEC Form 100 (Application to Do Business) and other specialized corporate submissions
4 / Legal Representation & Liaison
We represent clients before the SEC for:
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Requests for certification, corrections, and clarifications
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Responses to SEC Show Cause Orders or violations
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Filing petitions for reinstatement of revoked corporations
5/ Advising on Corporate Governance & Reporting Duties
We provide legal guidance on:
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Proper composition and function of the board and officers
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Conflict of interest policies and disclosure rules
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Corporate governance guidelines for covered corporations (e.g., public companies or those with significant assets)
Common SEC Compliance Terms and Their Meanings
General Information Sheet (GIS)
An annual report submitted to the SEC containing updated information about a corporation's officers, stockholders, and corporate structure.
By-Laws
​The internal rules that govern the corporation’s operations, including procedures for meetings, voting, and management.
Board Resolution
A formal decision or action agreed upon by a corporation’s board of directors.
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Audited Financial Statement (AFS)
A corporation’s financial statement that has been examined and certified by an independent external auditor; required annually for SEC filing.
Corporate Secretary’s Certificate
A notarized document issued by the Corporate Secretary to certify board resolutions or actions taken by the corporation.
Notice of Change in Corporate Information
A filing submitted to notify the SEC of changes in officers, principal office address, or other corporate details.
Articles of Incorporation
The legal document that establishes a corporation’s existence and outlines its name, purpose, capital structure, and incorporators.
Certificate of Incorporation
The official document issued by the SEC to signify that a corporation has been duly formed under Philippine law.
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Corporate Governance
The system of rules and practices by which a corporation is directed and controlled, ensuring accountability, fairness, and transparency.
Contact us!
JK Law Offices, A. C. Cortes Avenue, Alang-Alang, Mandaue City, Cebu
(032) 423-1556
