
The ‘pro’ in pro bono
“Under Section 5 of RA 9999, lawyers or professional partnerships rendering actual free legal services are entitled to an allowable deduction from the gross…
Dean Nilo Divina · · 3 min read


“Under Section 5 of RA 9999, lawyers or professional partnerships rendering actual free legal services are entitled to an allowable deduction from the gross…
Dean Nilo Divina · · 3 min read

One of the grounds the accused may invoke to quash the Information is that the facts charged do not constitute an offense (Rules of Court, Section 3 [a]).
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“The designation must be reported to the NPC by submitting a registration form and other relevant documents.
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Passing the Bar is surely a reward for the things you have done out of your hard work, diligence and effort.
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“While curfew ordinances aim to insulate minors from criminal pressures and influences, these should not give local enforcers unbridled discretion that may…
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“Duty or legal obligation immediately comes as a natural consequence of having a doctor-client relationship.
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“However, the intervention of law enforcement agencies is required in situations where the case build-up requires a warrant issued by the courts.
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The rehabilitation court shall further require the rehabilitation receiver, should the latter learn of any other pending actions by or against the debtor.
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“Ultimately, it must be noted that the freedoms of religion and expression, though fundamental and deemed constitutionally and internationally protected…
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“A subsequent Torrens certificate derived from one procured by fraud may be given effect in the hands of a holder in good faith if the fraud resulted from the…
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