Private Client Services

Naturalization

Nature and Principles of Naturalization Naturalization is the legal act of adopting a foreigner into the political body of a nation, clothing them with the privileges of a citizen. Modes of Naturalization

Annulment of Marriage

Under Philippine law, annulment applies to both marriages and contracts that are considered voidable. A voidable marriage or contract is perfectly valid and binding, producing all civil effects, until it is invalidated

Declaration of Nullity of Marriage

A declaration of absolute nullity of marriage applies to marriages that are considered void ab initio (void from the very beginning). These marriages are deemed never to have taken place and produce

Presumptive Death

Chart Overview for Presumption of Death Purpose or Claim Number of Years Source For all purposes, except for succession 7 years Art. 390 For the purpose of opening succession (general rule) 10

Is Gossiping a Crime?

Gossiping is a crime in the Philippines if it qualifies as oral defamation (slander), libel, or intriguing against honor. These crimes fall under Crimes Against Honor. Moreover, the victim can also file

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11 Signs of a “Green Flag” Lawyer

Below are good qualities that clients may consider in hiring a lawyer. These are based primarily from the Code of Professional Responsibility and Accountaibility and Supreme Court cases. 1. Does not engage