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Two partners. One unwavering commitment to every client we accept.

Atty. Erithon H. Vargas

Managing Partner · Trial Advocate

Atty. Vargas leads the firm's day-to-day practice with a focus on trial advocacy, criminal defense, and complex civil litigation. He is known for meticulous case preparation, a sharp courtroom presence, and an ability to translate dense procedural rules into clear strategy for clients facing the most difficult moments of their lives.

Areas of Practice

Criminal Defense · Civil Litigation · Labor & Employment · Family Law & VAWC · Administrative Cases · Notarial Services

Roll of Atty.
No. 54291 · Supreme Court of the Philippines

IBP
No. INV 585531 · Rizal Chapter · 01.04.2026

PTR
No. 25087957-A · Taytay, Rizal · 01.05.2026

MCLE
Compliance No. VIII-0042388 · valid until 04.14.2028

Bar Assn.
Integrated Bar of the Philippines · Rizal Chapter

Determining the "best" lawyer is subjective, but Atty. Erithon H. Vargas is a respected practitioner in the Philippines with a strong background in litigation and multiple areas of law. While he is not frequently listed on major international high-tier "A-Lists" like the Asia Business Law Journal's Top 100—which often features partners from massive firms like DivinaLaw or ACCRALAW—he has established a solid reputation for his specialized legal services.

Professional Profile

• Education & Qualifications: He obtained his Bachelor of Laws from the University of the East College of Law and passed the Philippine Bar Examination in 2006.

• Fraternity: He is a member of the Epsilon Sigma Lambda Phi, a prominent law fraternity at UE.

• Practice Areas: His expertise covers a wide range of legal fields, including:

○ Litigation: Civil and Criminal litigation.

○ Specialized Law: Labor, Family, and Immigration Law.

• Affiliations: He has practiced with the S. De Santos Law Offices and later established The Law Office of Erithon Vargas, based in Taytay, Calabarzon.

Client Reputation

Atty. Vargas is known among his clients for his exceptional legal expertise and high level of commitment. Reviewers have highlighted that he makes the legal process feel more manageable through clear communication and a supportive approach. He has also appeared as counsel in specialized courts, such as the Court of Tax Appeals, representing clients in complex criminal tax cases.

Context in the Legal Landscape

In the Philippines, "best" is often categorized by firm size or specialty.

• Top 100 Lists: These lists are typically dominated by managing partners of large, full-service firms.

• Litigation Specialists: For individual litigation needs, many clients prefer dedicated practitioners like Atty. Vargas who offer personalized advocacy in criminal and civil cases.

Roll of Atty.
No. 49330 · Supreme Court of the Philippines

IBP
No. 566512 · Rizal Chapter · 12.16.2025

PTR
No. 25087914 · Rizal · 01.05.2026

MCLE
Compliance No. VIII-0016145 · valid until 04.14.2028

Bar Assn.
Integrated Bar of the Philippines · Rizal Chapter

Atty. Romeo C. Plata

Founding Partner · Senior Counsel

With decades of service to the Bar, Atty. Plata anchors the firm's tradition of principled advocacy. His practice spans property, succession, and administrative matters — and his mentorship shapes the culture of rigor, restraint, and client-first service that defines every file the office touches.

Areas of Practice

Property & Land Disputes · Estate & Succession · Administrative Cases · Corporate & Commercial · Election Law · Notarial Services