GOLDA A. SARMIENTO - Disini Law Office
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Golda A. Sarmiento

Junior Associate

Golda earned her Bachelor’s degree in Management Economics with a minor in Chinese Studies from Ateneo de Manila University. She obtained her Juris Doctor degree from the University of the Philippines in 2024, and was admitted to the Bar in 2025.

Lawyer Profile

She advises domestic and foreign clients across various industries on regulatory compliance, corporate structuring, labor and commercial transactions. She is involved in projects related to the intersection of law and technology, with a particular focus on fintech, data privacy, and e-commerce. She also handles contract drafting and review, as well as general corporate matters.

 

Prior to joining the firm, Golda worked as a brand marketer for food and lifestyle brands. She also interned at the Energy Regulatory Commission and various law firms. Moreover, she served as a research assistant at Disini Law.

 

Golda’s work and projects in the firm include:

  • Prepared memoranda regarding the legal implications of providing Operator of Payment Systems services and coordinated with the BSP on the registration requirements for various fintech companies.
  • Assisted in the retirement of business of an Electronic Money Issuer.
  • Advised clients on foreign investment regulations on nationalized activities and handled the necessary compliance procedures related to foreign investments. 
  • Submitted a letter-complaint to the SEC regarding the unauthorized use of a financing company’s name.
  • Drafted various affidavits related to commercial litigation.
  • Reviewed and drafted commercial contracts for various clients across different industries, including those in the financial, electric vehicles and renewables, and tech sectors.
  • Conducted research and provided legal advice on regulations governing cross border access and processing of data by public bodies for an international bank.

Education

University of the Philippines, College of Law 
(Juris Doctor)
Ateneo de Manila University 
(AB Management Economics, Minor in Chinese Studies)

Affiliations

Integrated Bar of the Philippines

UP Women in Law