Global Ferronickel Holdings, Inc. (FNI)’s in-house legal department has been recognized for its exceptional achievements by winning four distinguished awards at the Asian Legal Business—Philippine Law Awards 2024. Organized by Thomson Reuters, a leading global news and research firm, the ALB Philippine Law Awards aims to celebrate the outstanding performance of law firms, legal practitioners, and in-house legal teams in the country. The ceremony was held at the Makati Shangri-La on November 14, 2024.
Under the leadership of Atty. Noel B. Lazaro, FNI’s Senior Vice President for Legal and Regulatory Affairs, the department was honored in the following categories:
- Construction and Real Estate In-House Team of the Year – Winner
- In-House Lawyer of the Year – Atty. Noel B. Lazaro, Top 5 Finalist
- Philippine In-House Team of the Year – Finalist
- Innovative In-House Team of the Year – Finalist
Atty. Lazaro expressed his gratitude during the awards ceremony, stating, “We extend our heartfelt thanks to the FNI management for their unwavering support, which has allowed us to participate in this event. This opportunity has provided invaluable insight, enabling us to benchmark against larger, established organizations and draw inspiration from their successes.”
The recognition is not only a testament to the department’s high standards of excellence but also highlights the strategic value of its contributions to the company. These awards reflect the legal team’s exceptional work in navigating complex legal challenges, ensuring compliance, and driving organizational growth in a highly competitive industry.
These accolades serve as a powerful reminder that the accomplishments of FNI’s legal team are a direct result of the collective effort of everyone at FNI. It is a recognition of the department’s continuous commitment to upholding the company’s core values, where even the most seemingly small contributions play an integral role in the company’s overall compliance and sustainable growth.