Since 2016, we have dedicated our practice exclusively to election law - combining deep legal knowledge, practical electoral experience, and a track record of trusted counsel.
From disqualification and election offenses, to protests and post-election litigation, we build strategies that address the legal and procedural complexities of elections.
Led by Atty. Edward G. Gialogo, former Attorney under the Office of the COMELEC Chairman, the firm has advised candidates, political parties, and election stakeholders on a broad range of election law matters since 2016.
Our clients trust us with what matters most—their rights, their reputation, and their future. We are honored by the recognition of our peers and the results we consistently deliver.
SINCE 2016
Focused on Election Law Exclusively
100+
Election Cases Handled Nationwide
RECOGNIZED
By Peers for Integrity, Competence and Professionalism
CLIENT-FOCUSED
Strategic. Responsive. Results Driven.
WHY CLIENTS CHOOSE US
Former Attorney IV
Office of the COMELEC Chairman
Bringing valuable institutional insight and practical understanding of election laws, procedures, and regulatory processes.
Trusted by Candidates, Political Parties & Party-List Organizations
Providing legal counsel and representation to national and local candidates, political parties, party-list organizations and election stakeholders.
Dedicated Election Law Practice Since 2016
Focused legal practice devoted to election law, campaign compliance, electoral litigation, and advisory services.
We are committed to upholding the highest standards of ethical practice and delivering sound legal counsel at every stage of the electoral process.
WELCOME TO
Gialogo & Associates
Dedicated exclusively to the practice of Election Law, we provide strategic legal counsel, representation, and compliance support to candidates, political parties, party-list organizations, elected officials, and other election stakeholders before, during and after every election.
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One Firm. One Focus.
Trusted Election Law Counsel before, during and after every election.
BEFORE. DURING. AFTER.
Legal Support at Every Stage of the Electoral Process
We provide comprehensive legal counsel and compliance support before, during and after every election.
We provide strategic legal counsel and representation across the full spectrum of election law matters - protecting your rights and advancing your mandate
Political Party & Party-List Registration
Candidate Qualification
Election Retainer & Compliance Services
Campaign Compliance & Regulatory Advisory
COMELEC Proceedings & Representation
Election Litigation & Dispute Resolution
Election-Day Legal Support
Strategic Legal Opinions & Advisory
Political Party & Party-List Registration
We assist political parties and party-list organizations in registration, accreditation, regulatory compliance, and representation before the Commission on Elections (COMELEC), ensuring that organizational requirements are met throughout the electoral process.
Registration & Accreditation
Registration and accreditation of political parties and party-list organizations before COMELEC.
Party-List Nominees
Preparation, review, and submission of party-list nominee requirements and supporting documents.
Documentary Compliance
Review and preparation of constitutions, by-laws, resolutions, and documentary submissions.
Regulatory Compliance
Ongoing compliance with COMELEC rules and reporting requirements.
Cancellation Proceedings
Representation in petitions involving cancellation, accreditation, or disqualification of political parties and party-list groups.
COMELEC Representation
Legal representation during hearings, conferences, and proceedings before COMELEC.
We provide strategic legal advice and representation on candidate qualifications, Certificates of Candidacy (COCs), and eligibility issues before and during the election period.
Certificate of Candidacy (COC)
Preparation, review, filing, and legal assessment of COCs and related documents.
Qualification Review
Evaluation of constitutional and statutory qualifications for public office.
Disqualification Cases
Representation in petitions for disqualification and nuisance candidate proceedings.
Candidate Substitution
Legal assistance involving substitution of candidates under election laws.
Eligibility Opinions
Legal opinions regarding residency, citizenship, term limits, and other qualification issues.
Pre-Election Representation
Representation before COMELEC in qualification-related proceedings and hearings.
Our election retainer provides continuous legal support before, during, and after elections—helping candidates, political parties, and campaign organizations remain legally compliant at every stage of the electoral process.
Legal Strategy & Advisory
Ongoing legal consultations throughout the election cycle.
Compliance & Filings
Preparation and review of election-related forms, reports, and regulatory submissions.
Candidate Qualification Review
Early assessment of potential legal issues before filing candidacy.
Campaign Compliance Monitoring
Continuous review of campaign activities for regulatory compliance.
Poll Watcher Training
Legal orientation and training for poll watchers and campaign personnel.
Election-Day Legal Support
Immediate legal assistance during election day operations and contingencies.
SOCE & Post-Election Compliance
Assistance with Statements of Contributions and Expenditures and post-election requirements.
Post-Election Advisory
Continuing legal support involving proclamations, canvassing, and post-election matters.
We help candidates, political parties, and campaign organizations understand and comply with election laws governing campaign finance, political advertisements, reporting obligations, and campaign activities.
Campaign Finance Compliance
Guidance on lawful campaign expenditures, contributions, and fundraising activities.
Political Advertisements
Legal review of campaign advertisements, promotional materials, and disclosures.
Regulatory Advisory
Advice on COMELEC resolutions, circulars, and election regulations.
Campaign Activities Review
Legal assessment of campaign events, sorties, and related activities.
Reporting Requirements
Assistance with campaign reports and other regulatory submissions to COMELEC.
Risk Assessment
Identification of potential legal risks and proactive recommendations to ensure compliance.
We represent clients in administrative, quasi-judicial, and regulatory proceedings before the Commission on Elections (COMELEC) involving election-related disputes, petitions, and compliance matters.
Petitions & Motions
Preparation and filing of petitions, motions, and other pleadings before COMELEC.
Hearings & Conferences
Representation during hearings, conferences, and investigations.
Administrative Proceedings
Representation in election-related administrative and quasi-judicial proceedings.
Regulatory Compliance
Assistance with compliance orders, directives, and inquiries issued by COMELEC.
Appeals & Remedies
Legal remedies and actions arising from COMELEC decisions and resolutions.
Legal Representation
Continuous legal representation throughout all stages of COMELEC proceedings.
We represent clients in complex election disputes and litigation before COMELEC and the courts, protecting their rights at every stage of the electoral process.
Election Protests
Representation in election protest cases before COMELEC courts, and Electoral Tribunals (HRET, SET and PET).
Quo Warranto
Legal representation in quo warranto actions challenging the right to hold public office.
Pre-Proclamation Cases
Assistance in pre-proclamation controversies and challenges.
Canvassing Disputes
Representation in cases involving canvassing, proclamation, and seat allocation.
Appellate Representation
Appeals before the COMELEC (for cases decided by trial courts) and the Supreme Court.
Extraordinary Remedies
Petitions for certiorari and other special civil actions arising from election disputes.
We provide real-time legal assistance during election day to candidates, political parties, poll watchers, and campaign organizations to address urgent legal issues as they arise.
Poll Watcher Support
Legal assistance and guidance for accredited poll watchers and watchers’ groups.
Incident Response
Immediate legal guidance and assessment of election-day incidents and irregularities.
Complaint Preparation
Drafting and filing of election-day complaints, protests, and incident reports.
Canvassing Assistance
Legal support during the canvassing, transmission, and consolidation of results.
Rapid Legal Advice
On-call legal assistance for campaign teams, field personnel, and party representatives.
Post-Voting Issues
Immediate advice on vote-counting, transmission, and other election-day controversies.
We provide practical legal opinions and strategic advice on election laws, political activities, governance matters, and regulatory compliance to help clients make informed and confident decisions.
Legal Opinions
Written legal opinions on election law issues, regulatory matters, and political concerns.
Compliance Advisory
Guidance on compliance with election laws, COMELEC rules, and reporting obligations.
Strategic Consultations
Legal strategy sessions for candidates, political parties, and organizations.
Risk Assessment
Identification and evaluation of potential legal risks before major political decisions or actions.
Policy Interpretation
Interpretation of election laws, COMELEC issuances, circulars, and relevant jurisprudence.
Preventive Legal Planning
Proactive legal guidance to prevent disputes, avoid violations, and support long-term objectives.
Atty. Edward Gialogo is an accomplished election law practitioner with decades of experience safeguarding the rights of candidates, political parties, and organizations across every stage of the electoral process.
Philippine Bar (2010)
Former Atty VI Comelec
Election only Law Firm
Worked with various local and national candidates & party-lists
Whether you are preparing for candidacy, organizing a political party, responding to an election controversy, or seeking continuing legal support, Gialogo & Associates is ready to provide practical and strategic legal guidance.
