Legal Insights
Plain-language guides and case briefs on Philippine law — researched from the firm's law library of 184,000+ statutes, Supreme Court decisions, and agency issuances, and written so non-lawyers can understand and act on them.
Get a cited, plain-language answer from 184,000+ statutes and decisions — free, no sign-up.
Who Can Sue? Understanding the Real Party in Interest Rule in Philippine Courts
Philippine courts explain the real party in interest rule and when a developer can still sue after selling property.
Real Party in Interest and Proper Grounds for Unlawful Detainer Actions in the Philippines
Learn the rules on real party in interest and jurisdictional grounds for unlawful detainer cases under Philippine law.
Suing the Right Entity: Why Naming the Correct Defendant Is Crucial in Philippine Courts
A Supreme Court ruling explains why suits must name the real party in interest, not its officers or agents.
Understanding Real Party in Interest in Philippine Contract Law: Agents' Rights and Limitations
Philippine Supreme Court clarifies when agents may sue on contracts made for principals, and the limits of their rights under Civil Code.
Who May Challenge an Execution Sale: The Real Party in Interest Rule
Philippine Supreme Court ruling on who may question an execution sale and the real party in interest doctrine in civil procedure.