Lawher.ph is an online legal matching platform that connects overseas Filipinos and their families with Filipino lawyers who understand Philippine law and the challenges of living abroad. The platform covers common legal matters such as land disputes, inheritance, annulment, and child custody, enabling clients to find specialized counsel regardless of geographic distance. It extends from a UK-based law firm founded by a solicitor of England and Wales who also serves as a volunteer legal adviser to the Philippine Embassy in London.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) and Filipinos living abroad face significant barriers when seeking legal assistance for matters governed by Philippine law. Distance, time-zone differences, and the difficulty of identifying lawyers who understand both Philippine legal frameworks and the unique circumstances of living overseas often delay or prevent access to competent counsel for issues such as property disputes, inheritance, and family matters.
Solution
Lawher.ph provides a matching platform that connects clients with Filipino lawyers who specialize in Philippine law and are equipped to handle the legal challenges faced by individuals and families abroad. Users can specify their region and city to receive tailored lawyer recommendations, ensuring geographic and jurisdictional fit. The service covers a broad range of legal areas, including land disputes, inheritance and estate matters, child custody, annulment, contract disputes, and employment-related issues. The platform is supported by a UK-authorized law firm with expertise in serving the overseas Filipino community, and it offers both direct legal representation and access to a network of vetted legal professionals.
Target Audience
Primary customers are overseas Filipino workers, Filipino expatriates, and their families who require legal assistance with Philippine law while residing outside the country.
Features
- Region and city-based matching system that pairs clients with lawyers appropriate to their location and legal needs
- Comprehensive coverage of common Philippine legal matters, including land disputes, extrajudicial settlements, wills, and probate
- Dedicated support for OFW-specific issues such as illegal dismissal, unpaid wages, and labor violations abroad
- Expertise in validating and drafting documents executed overseas to ensure legal recognition in the Philippines
- Backed by a UK-authorized law firm with a solicitor of England and Wales, providing cross-jurisdictional legal insight