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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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No-Build Zones and National Permits: What Aquino v. Malay Means for Developers

The Supreme Court ruled that a DENR permit does not override local no-build zone ordinances. Here's what developers must know.

Cutting Trees on Private Land: When Is a Permit Required in the Philippines?

Philippine law requires a DENR permit even for cutting trees on private land. Learn the rules from a Supreme Court ruling.