What is notarization? Is any act that a notary public is empowered to perform under the Rules on Notarial Practice which includes: Notarization is not an empty, meaningless, routinary act. (Dela Cruz vs….
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My First Moot Court Competition Experience
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,…
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…
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…
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…
Sexual Harassment Law in the Philippines
Being sexually taken advantage of, especially if one needs income or education, is a traumatic and painful experience that one will experience. In your effort to survive in this harsh world, note…
CLEP Legal Seminar Advocacy
From Dean Rosanne Juliana Rojas Gonzaga’s post: USLS College of Law CLEP Advocacy Project: Legal Seminar in the BarangayVenue: Barangay Estefania, Bacolod CityDate: Saturday, June 17, 2023 at 3pmTopic: R.A. No. 9994,…
Phrases for Answering Law School Exams
Below are phrases I have compiled from different cases which may be used in answering law school exams. Intro “that thing is a microcosm / emblematic of a broader issue” “X’s pretension…