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SALN Declarations and Judicial Ethics: Lessons from a Judge's Insurance Business Case
A Supreme Court ruling clarifies when judges face liability for owning businesses and why SALN transparency matters for good faith errors.
Lawyer Disbarred for Falsifying Court Documents: A Landmark Ethics Ruling
The Supreme Court disbarred a lawyer for falsifying a nullity of marriage judgment, reaffirming the high ethical standards required of Philippine attorneys.
Attorney Negligence and Disbarment: Upholding Legal Ethics in the Philippines
The Supreme Court disbarred a lawyer for gross negligence and deceit, reaffirming that lawyers must uphold the highest standards of integrity and diligence.
Attorney Disbarment When Online Conduct Violates Professional Ethics in the Philippines
Philippine Supreme Court clarifies when government lawyers face disbarment for official acts under new CPRA guidelines.
Social Media Conduct AND Lawyer Ethics Balancing Free Speech AND Professional Responsibility
SC rules lawyers' social media posts, even in private accounts, are subject to disciplinary action under the Code of Professional Responsibility.
Disbarment for Judicial Misconduct: Integrity and Ethics in the Legal Profession
The Supreme Court disbarred a former judge for gross misconduct, including soliciting money and failing to report marriages she solemnized.
Social Media Misconduct and Attorney Disbarment: Balancing Free Speech and Professional Ethics
The Supreme Court disbarred a lawyer for posting a draft plunder complaint on Facebook, ruling that free expression does not justify violating the Code of Professional Responsibility.
Attorney Suspended for Selling Client-Owned Property and Misrepresenting Ownership
Lawyer suspended three years for selling land he didn't own to a foreign buyer, violating fiduciary duties and legal ethics rules.
Social Media Ethics for Judges: Lessons from the Atillo Case
A Supreme Court ruling on a judge's Facebook photos clarifies the ethical boundaries judges face when using social media in the Philippines.
Understanding Lawyer Misconduct: Consequences of Breaching Professional Ethics in the Philippines
The Supreme Court clarifies when illegally obtained evidence cannot be used in administrative cases against court employees, explaining the fruit of the poisonous tree doctrine.
Judicial Ethics Lessons from a Judge's Misconduct: The Alzate Case
The Supreme Court's ruling in the Alzate administrative case offers key lessons on judicial ethics, propriety, and accountability for Philippine judges.
Lessons on Judicial Ethics From a Dismissed Administrative Case Against Judges
Supreme Court dismisses administrative complaint against two RTC judges, warning against harassment suits that intimidate the bench.
Forum Shopping and Lawyer Ethics: Lessons from a 2020 Disbarment Case
A lawyer who filed two nearly identical administrative complaints against an opposing counsel was suspended for six months for forum shopping.
Misrepresentation and Legal Ethics: A Lawyer's Duty to Uphold Integrity
A lawyer who misrepresents property ownership and refuses to return earnest money faces suspension under the Code of Professional Responsibility.
Lawyer-Client Relationship and Professional Ethics: Lessons from Zamora v. Gallanosa
When does a lawyer-client relationship begin, and what happens when a lawyer abandons a case? The Supreme Court clarifies in Zamora v. Gallanosa.
Disgraceful and Immoral Conduct: Supreme Court Ruling on Judicial Ethics
The Supreme Court holds court employees accountable for disgraceful and immoral conduct, even after resignation. Learn the rules and penalties.
Notarial Responsibilities and Lawyer Ethics: Lessons from Rivera v. Dalangin
A lawyer's duty to refuse notarizing unlawful documents and uphold honesty, explained through a recent Supreme Court ruling.
Forum Shopping and Lawyer Discipline: Lessons from a 2020 Disbarment Case
A lawyer's suspension for forum shopping shows how filing repeated cases over the same dispute violates legal ethics and court rules.
Lawyer Disbarred for Fraud and Coercion in Corporate Governance
A lawyer's deceitful takeover of a client corporation leads to disbarment, underscoring ethics rules for attorneys.
Lawyers Must Uphold Ethics and Advise Clients on Proper Legal Remedies
A lawyer's duty to zealously defend a client does not justify bypassing courts, as shown in this Philippine disciplinary case.
Attorney-Client Privilege: When Public Disclosure Crosses the Line in Legal Ethics
In-house counsel suspended for media disclosures. The Supreme Court clarifies the limits of attorney-client privilege and confidentiality duties.
Breach OF Professional Ethics Disbarment FOR Attorneys Misconduct AND Misrepresentation
SALN Violations and Government Ethics: Dishonesty vs Simple Negligence
The Supreme Court clarifies when SALN omissions amount to dishonesty or mere simple negligence in San Diego v. Fact-Finding Investigation Committee.