Simon alleged that Judge Aragon engaged in unauthorized notarial practice Answer of Judge Aragon Rulings: Referral to the Executive Judge of the RTC of Cabagan, Isabela Office of the Court Administrator adopted…
Tag: Notarial Law Cases
Notarizing the “Deed of the Dead” – Arrieta vs. Llosa
Facts This is an administrative case filed by complainant Arrieta praying for the disbarment of respondent Atty. Jose A. Llosa for notarizing and certifying under oath a Deed of Absolute Sale making…
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…