Rafael Lorenzo G. Tancinco 
Raffi heads the Litigation and Dispute Resolution Department of TANCINCO & MANGCO. His practice primarily involves litigation, arbitration, dispute resolution, intellectual property, labor, and immigration matters.Raffi is also a licensed real estate broker.
Raffi started his legal practice as an Associate of Esguerra & Blanco Law Offices in 2013. He accepted a position with the litigation department of the Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) in 2015, and later joined Puno & Puno Law Offices, handling litigation and dispute settlement matters until 2016.
Raffi received his bachelor’s degree in Management, major in Legal Management, with a minor in Literature from the Ateneo de Manila University in 2008, and his Juris Doctor degree from the Ateneo de Manila School of Law in 2012. He was admitted to the Philippine bar in 2013 and established the firm in 2019. Apart from his professional practice, Raffi is a PADI Certified Open Water Diver and an avid golfer.
Carlos Joseph Frederick Mangco
Caloy heads the Labor and Esports Department of TANCINCO & MANGCO. His practice primarily involves civil and criminal litigation, family law, energy (both captive and contestable markets), and cases requiring dispute resolution before the judiciary, executive agencies, and legislative committees. As the head of the firm’s Esports Department, Caloy specializes in matters involving online gaming, and provides legal advice and services to national associations, professional teams, players, tournament organizers, and other stakeholders in the Esports industry. His unique perspective comes from being a former Mineski Defense of the Ancients (DotA) player and a pioneer in the gaming industry.
Prior to establishing TANCINCO & MANGCO in 2019, Caloy was a Senior Associate at Fortun Narvasa & Salazar, where he worked from 2014 until 2018.
Caloy received his bachelor’s degree in Political Science, with a minor in Literature, from the Ateneo de Manila University in 2007, and his Juris Doctor degree from the Ateneo de Manila School of Law in 2013. He was admitted to the Philippine bar in 2014.
In his spare time, Caloy embraces all the classic hallmarks of a stereotypical millenial quarter-life crisis spending weekends playing pickleball and golf, tending to his plants and joining random fun runs whenever he can.
Carlos J.F. Mangco
Caloy heads the Labor and Esports Department of TANCINCO & MANGCO. His practice primarily involves civil and criminal litigation, family law, energy (both captive and contestable markets), and cases requiring dispute resolution before the judiciary, executive agencies, and legislative committees. As the head of the firm’s Esports Department, Caloy specializes in matters involving online gaming, and provides legal advice and services to national associations, professional teams, players, tournament organizers, and other stakeholders in the Esports industry. His unique perspective comes from being a former Mineski Defense of the Ancients (DotA) player and a pioneer in the gaming industry.
Prior to establishing TANCINCO & MANGCO in 2019, Caloy was a Senior Associate at Fortun Narvasa & Salazar, where he worked from 2014 until 2018.
Caloy received his bachelor’s degree in Political Science, with a minor in Literature, from the Ateneo de Manila University in 2007, and his Juris Doctor degree from the Ateneo de Manila School of Law in 2013. He was admitted to the Philippine bar in 2014.
In his spare time, Caloy embraces all the classic hallmarks of a stereotypical millenial quarter-life crisis spending weekends playing pickleball and golf, tending to his plants and joining random fun runs whenever he can.
Joni R. Gomez
Joni heads TANCINCO & MANGCO’s Tax, Corporate and Commercial Law practice. She specializes in corporate structuring, taxation, and special projects in relation to intellectual property, public private partnerships, and energy law, as well as assists with litigation and arbitration. Joni received her bachelor’s degree in Management, major in Legal Management from the Ateneo de Manila University in 2008, and her Juris Doctor degree from the University of the Philippines College of Law in 2012. She was admitted to the Philippine bar in 2013 and joined the firm in 2019.
She began her legal practice as an Associate of Baniqued & Baniqued Law Offices from 2013 to 2015, before joining SYMECS Law as a Senior Associate from 2015 to 2019. She joined TANCINCO & MANGCO as a Partner in 2019.
Apart from practicing law, Joni has taught Commercial Law and Taxation at the UP College of Law, and continues to teach as a Professorial Lecturer in Taxation at the Ateneo De Manila University.
Joni is a PADI Certified Open Water Diver and is a fur parent to a miniature schnauzer named Arthur.
Karlo Gonzalo G. Batac
Karlo’s practice involves mainly criminal and civil litigation, including preparation of pleadings and appearances before different judicial bodies. In 2014, Karlo earned his bachelor's degree in Entrepreneurial Management from Polytechnic University of the Philippines - San Juan. After graduating college, Karlo earned his Juris Doctor degree from Xavier University - Ateneo de Cagayan, in 2019. He was admitted to the Philippine Bar in July 2020 and joined the firm October of the same year.
In his personal time, Karlo likes to play competitive video and board games with his friends.
Karlo Gonzalo G. Batac
Karlo’s practice involves mainly criminal and civil litigation, including preparation of pleadings and appearances before different judicial bodies. In 2014, Karlo earned his bachelor's degree in Entrepreneurial Management from Polytechnic University of the Philippines - San Juan. After graduating college, Karlo earned his Juris Doctor degree from Xavier University - Ateneo de Cagayan, in 2019. He was admitted to the Philippine Bar in July 2020 and joined the firm October of the same year.
In his personal time, Karlo likes to play competitive video and board games with his friends.
Michael Gerard T. Bernardo
Gerard’s practice encompasses a broad range of legal disciplines. He handles litigation, corporate and tax matters, election-related concerns, and Esports and entertainment.Prior to his commitment to the firm, he worked as a Senior Associate at Reyes Tacandong & Co. Possessing a great deal of creativity in problem-solving, he was tasked to handle businesses and their taxes as well as corporate legal transactions which are complex and involve multiple category of expertise, allowing him to hone and strengthen his precision and people skills.
In 2014, Gerard earned his bachelor's degree in Accounting Technology from the University of the East, Manila; he earned his Juris Doctor degree from the Far Eastern University, Makati in 2018. He was admitted to the Philippine Bar in 2019 and joined the firm in 2021.
Cristelle M. Rayos
Cristelle's practice focuses on providing legal advice and representation in the field of Labor, Commercial Law and Esports. With her passion for gaming, Cristelle has assisted clients relative to Esports contracting, licensing agreements, tournament rules and operations, sponsorships, and player representation.
Cristelle received her bachelor's degree in Legal Management from the Ateneo De Manila University in 2016, with a minor in Enterprise Development, and her Juris Doctor Degree from the Ateneo de Manila School of Law in 2021. She was admitted to the Philippine bar in 2022.
Prior to joining the firm, Cristelle was trained at the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) where she was part of the legal team handling matters related to non-enforcement litigation such as rendering SEC opinions, rulings, appeals and decisions. Additionally, she was a legal intern at the Legal Department of Taguig City where she collaborated with lawyers in addressing key local government issues raised before the court.
Cristelle M. Rayos
Cristelle's practice focuses on providing legal advice and representation in the field of Labor, Commercial Law and Esports. With her passion for gaming, Cristelle has assisted clients relative to Esports contracting, licensing agreements, tournament rules and operations, sponsorships, and player representation.
Cristelle received her bachelor's degree in Legal Management from the Ateneo De Manila University in 2016, with a minor in Enterprise Development, and her Juris Doctor Degree from the Ateneo de Manila School of Law in 2021. She was admitted to the Philippine bar in 2022.
Prior to joining the firm, Cristelle was trained at the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) where she was part of the legal team handling matters related to non-enforcement litigation such as rendering SEC opinions, rulings, appeals and decisions. Additionally, she was a legal intern at the Legal Department of Taguig City where she collaborated with lawyers in addressing key local government issues raised before the court.
Vernon John V. Vinluan
Vernon earned his Juris Doctor degree from Lyceum College of Law in 2023. In the same year, he was admitted to the Philippine Bar.
He specializes in litigation - having represented clients in various civil, criminal, and administrative proceedings. Prior to joining the firm, Vernon worked for a law firm in San Juan where he started his practice in litigation and engaged in corporate housekeeping and assistant corporate secretary work for several condominium corporations.
In his spare time, Vernon likes to play video games and Magic: The Gathering Card Game with his friends.
Joseph Hadrian J. Salgado
Joseph’s practice mainly involves criminal and civil litigation, labor and employment, corporate and commercial law, as well as taxation.He obtained his Juris Doctor degree from the Ateneo de Manila University - School of Law. In law school, he served as the Prime Minister of the Ateneo Law Debate and Advocacy Society. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Applied Economics, major in Financial Economics, from De La Salle University, graduating with Honorable Mention. Joseph was admitted to the Philippine Bar in 2025.
Prior to joining the firm, Joseph was a Senior Associate at SyCip Gorres Velayo & Co., where he handled matters related to taxation. In his spare time, Joseph enjoys playing golf.
Joseph Hadrian J. Salgado
Joseph’s practice mainly involves criminal and civil litigation, labor and employment, corporate and commercial law, as well as taxation.He obtained his Juris Doctor degree from the Ateneo de Manila University - School of Law. In law school, he served as the Prime Minister of the Ateneo Law Debate and Advocacy Society. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Applied Economics, major in Financial Economics, from De La Salle University, graduating with Honorable Mention. Joseph was admitted to the Philippine Bar in 2025.
Prior to joining the firm, Joseph was a Senior Associate at SyCip Gorres Velayo & Co., where he handled matters related to taxation. In his spare time, Joseph enjoys playing golf.
Clarisse P. Aquino
Clarisse earned her Bachelor’s degree in Sociology from the University of the Philippines Diliman in 2018 and her Juris Doctor degree from the Lyceum College of Law in 2025. She was admitted to the Philippine Bar in February 2026 and joined the firm in the same month.
She handles corporate, labor, and regulatory matters, including the drafting and review of contracts, legal opinions, memoranda, pleadings, and other corporate documents. She also drafts position papers, comments, and complaints in criminal and administrative proceedings. She further assists clients in complying with regulatory requirements before various government agencies.
Outside of work, Clarisse enjoys playing the guitar and singing.
Jose Miguel A. Corpuz (Of-Counsel)
Known as Migz by his colleagues, his practice encompasses criminal and civil litigation as well as real property transfers, estate settlement, labor disputes and corporate management.
Prior to joining the firm in 2021, he was an associate at Dapat & Dapat Lawyers where he primarily handled family law cases. In 2022, Migz was appointed as the Head of the Legal Department of JAC Liner, Inc. and currently maintains his affiliation with TANCINCO & MANGCO as an of-counsel member.
He earned his Bachelor’s Degree in 2008 from De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde with the course of Hotel, Restaurant and Institutional Management. He was working all through his law school life and he graduated from the College of Law of San Sebastian-Recoletos Manila in 2019. He was admitted to the Philippine Bar in 2020.
Jose Miguel A. Corpuz (Of-Counsel)
Known as Migz by his colleagues, his practice encompasses criminal and civil litigation as well as real property transfers, estate settlement, labor disputes and corporate management.
Prior to joining the firm in 2021, he was an associate at Dapat & Dapat Lawyers where he primarily handled family law cases. In 2022, Migz was appointed as the Head of the Legal Department of JAC Liner, Inc. and currently maintains his affiliation with TANCINCO & MANGCO as an of-counsel member.
He earned his Bachelor’s Degree in 2008 from De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde with the course of Hotel, Restaurant and Institutional Management. He was working all through his law school life and he graduated from the College of Law of San Sebastian-Recoletos Manila in 2019. He was admitted to the Philippine Bar in 2020.
Tomas C. Apacible II (Of-Counsel)
Tomic obtained his Bachelor of Laws Degree from the Ateneo de Manila University Law School and his Bachelor of Sciences degree in Life Sciences from the same university. He recently completed his Masters in Public Management degree at the Ateneo School of Government and is currently an Executive Assistant at the Office of the City Administrator of the Pasig City Government.
Tomas C. Apacible II (Of-Counsel)
Tomic obtained his Bachelor of Laws Degree from the Ateneo de Manila University Law School and his Bachelor of Sciences degree in Life Sciences from the same university. He recently completed his Masters in Public Management degree at the Ateneo School of Government and is currently an Executive Assistant at the Office of the City Administrator of the Pasig City Government.