In this post, I am sharing my personal experience as a participant in the Stetson International Moot Court Competition 2024. We won the Overall Best Memorial, first place in the general rounds,…
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The lawyer who notarized without the presence of the affiants – Villarin vs. Sabate
In an SEC Case, Atty. Sabate notarized the document called “Motion to Dismiss with Answer.” The document has three signatories – of Paterno Diaz, Dr. Levi Pagunsan, and Pastor Bofetiado. However, above…
Can a Defective Jurat Invalidate a Second Marriage? – People vs. Imutan
Can a jurat without a document and page number invalidate a second marriage and therefore exculpate the accused from bigamy? Imutan was charged with bigamy. As a defense, he argued that he…
The Lawyer Who Notarized an Unsigned Deed of Sale – Realino vs Atty. Villamor
Realino sold his residential lot to Closa, but Closa initially paid partially. Closa promised to pay the balance by executing a promissory note. Realino did not sign the document. Seller Realino said…
UNCITRAL Model Law on E-Commerce and E-Signatures
What is UNCITRAL? UNCITraL is the core legal body of the United Nations system in the field of international trade law. It stands for United Nations Commission on International Trade Law. It…
Can a wife testify against his husband for the crime of arson?
Yes. In the case of Alvarez vs. Ramirez, the husband and wife no longer have domestic harmony between them. They no longer have peace and tranquility for 6 months. Subsequently, the husband…
Testimonial Evidence in the Philippines
Who are qualified to be witnesses? Any person who can perceive, and perceiving, and can make known their perception to others. (Rule 130 Sec. 21) Three qualifications: What grounds are not qualified…
Judicial Affidavit Rule in the Philippines
As substantiated in A.M. No. 12-8-8-SC What is judicial affidavit rule? Is a rule or system introduced by the Supreme Court to reduce the time used for presenting the testimonies of witnesses,…
Original Document Rule in the Philippines
Rule 130 Sec. 3 What is the “best evidence rule” in the Philippines? This is the former name for what is now called as “Original Document Rule” as embodied under Rule 130…
Labor Relations
Labor relations are the interactions between employers and employees or their representatives and the procedure by which labor standards are negotiated, adjusted, and enforced. What are the goals and policies of labor…
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