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Psychological Incapacity and Declaration of Nullity of Marriage in the Philippines
Learn what psychological incapacity means for annulment in the Philippines, the legal basis, and the process to declare a marriage void.
Annulment vs. Legal Separation in the Philippines: What's the Difference?
Understand the key differences between annulment and legal separation in the Philippines, including grounds, effects on marriage, and legal procedures.
Annulment Grounds in the Philippines Under the Family Code: A Complete Guide
Learn the legal grounds for annulment in the Philippines under the Family Code, including void marriages, psychological incapacity, and the filing process.
Lawyer Suspended Five Years for Negligence, Dishonesty in Handling Client's Annulment Case
Supreme Court suspends lawyer five years and orders PHP 810,000 fine for mishandling client funds and filing defective petition.
Annulment of Judgment: Protecting Your Rights When Due Process Is Violated
When a court rules against a deceased party, the judgment may be void. Learn how annulment of judgment protects due process rights.
Disbarment for Falsifying Court Documents: Upholding Ethical Standards in the Legal Profession
The Supreme Court disbarred a lawyer for facilitating fake annulment documents, reaffirming that falsifying court records is a serious ethical breach.
Ethical Boundaries for Court Personnel: Consequences of Soliciting Fees for Favorable Outcomes
Court stenographer dismissed for gross misconduct after soliciting P248,000 from a litigant, promising to fix an annulment case.
Annulment of Judgment: Safeguarding Finality and Preventing Abuse of Judicial Remedies
The Supreme Court clarifies the strict requirements for annulment of judgment under Rule 47, emphasizing finality and preventing abuse.
Psychological Incapacity vs Marital Discord: When Annulment Fails in Philippine Law
Philippine Supreme Court clarifies that marital unhappiness and discord are not enough to nullify a marriage under Article 36 of the Family Code.
Summons by Publication in Annulment Cases: Why Due Process Demands Diligent Service
The Supreme Court nullified an annulment ruling because summons by publication was premature. Learn the service-of-summons rules.
Judicial Accountability: Dismissal-Level Penalties for Gross Ignorance of Law and Neglect of Duty
Supreme Court penalizes judge, clerk, and process server for procedural lapses in annulment and drug cases, affirming strict judicial accountability standards.
Attorney Disbarred for Promising Favorable Judgment Through Influence Peddling
The Supreme Court disbarred a lawyer who promised clients a favorable annulment judgment through connections, violating the Code of Professional Responsibility.
When a Lawyer Promises a Fixed Outcome: Disbarment for Influence Peddling and Neglect
The Supreme Court disbarred a lawyer who promised an antedated annulment judgment through connections, violating the Code of Professional Responsibility.
Annulment of Judgment: Jurisdiction vs. Exercise of Authority in Land Title Disputes
Philippine Supreme Court clarifies the distinction between lack of jurisdiction and excess of jurisdiction in annulment of judgment cases involving land titles.
Co-Ownership vs. Partition: Clarifying Property Rights in the Philippines
A co-owner may sell only his undivided share; buyers become co-owners, and the proper remedy is partition, not annulment.
Understanding Psychological Incapacity in Philippine Marriage Annulment: A Guide
A guide to psychological incapacity as a ground for marriage nullity in the Philippines, explained through the Supreme Court's ruling in De Silva v. De Silva.
Psychological Incapacity as Annulment Ground in the Philippines After Tan-Andal
Understand psychological incapacity as an annulment ground under Article 36, Family Code, as clarified by Tan-Andal and applied in Halog v. Halog.
Finality Prevails: Why Prior Judgments Bar Annulment Based on the Same Claims
Learn how the Supreme Court ruled that receiving final retirement benefits bars a later illegal dismissal claim.
Due Process and Finality of Judgments: A Landmark Philippine Case Analysis
Explore the Supreme Court's ruling on due process, finality of judgments, and annulment in Thomas v. Trono.
Lawyer Disbarred for Fabricating Annulment Decision: Lessons on Attorney Misconduct
The Supreme Court disbarred a lawyer who fabricated a court decision in a client's marriage annulment case, highlighting ethical duties and consequences.
Lawyer Misconduct: Disbarment for Dishonesty and Deceit in Property Transactions
The Supreme Court disbarred a lawyer for fabricating court filings and a fake decision in a client's annulment case, underscoring strict ethical standards.
Judicial Integrity and Procedural Rules in Marriage Annulment Cases: A Cautionary Tale
When a judge ignores procedural rules in annulment cases, the consequences are severe. Learn from a Supreme Court decision on judicial accountability.
Due Process and Conjugal Property Rights in Philippine Legal Disputes
Explore the Supreme Court's ruling on due process, conjugal property, and annulment of judgment in Spouses Hofer v. Yu.
Attorney Suspended for Neglect and Misappropriation of Client Funds in Annulment Case
Lawyer suspended two years for taking P57,000 in legal fees but failing to file annulment petition and refusing to return client's money.