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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.

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Sep 28, 1998 corporate law real estate due diligence board resolution property sale corporation code

Corporate Authority in Property Sales: Why Board Approval Matters in the Philippines

A corporate officer cannot sell company land without board approval. Learn the due diligence steps to protect your property transaction.

Jun 30, 1997 property-law extrajudicial-settlement heirs-rights minor-heirs partition civil-code

Extrajudicial Settlements and the Protection of Minor Heirs' Rights in the Philippines

Learn how Philippine courts protect minor heirs in extrajudicial settlements, and why a minor's share cannot be lost through prescription or laches.

Mar 12, 1997 service of court decisions rules of court due process laza v court of appeals philippine litigation appeal deadlines

Service of Court Decisions in the Philippines: The Laza Case and Due Process

Learn how Philippine courts rule on valid service of decisions, the "sufficient discretion" standard, and the Laza v. Court of Appeals case.

Jan 29, 1996 notary public judges judicial ethics code of judicial conduct administrative liability

Can a Judge Act as Notary Public? Limits on Judicial Notarization in the Philippines

Philippine judges may notarize documents only within official functions. Learn the limits, the Asis ruling, and practical compliance tips.