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Attorney Misconduct: When a Lawyer's Actions Can Lead to Disbarment in the Philippines
The Supreme Court clarifies when a lawyer's false statements and unethical conduct warrant suspension or disbarment, and the limits of disciplinary cases.
Notarizing a Document: When a Notary Public Is Not Liable for False Contents
Learn when a notary public is not liable for false statements in a notarized document, based on a 2020 Philippine Supreme Court ruling.
Disbarment Case: Reprimand for Lawyer's False Statements and Court Disrespect
Supreme Court reprimands lawyer for discourteous language and unfounded accusations against judges and prosecutors in administrative case.
Attorney Suspended for Six Months for Signing Deed With False Statements
The Supreme Court suspended a lawyer for six months for signing a deed of sale containing false statements, reaffirming that lawyers must uphold truth even when following client wishes.
When Lawyers Sign False Documents: A Cautionary Tale from the Supreme Court
A lawyer's suspension for signing a deed with false statements shows why attorneys must uphold the law, not just their client's wishes.
False Statements on Personal Data Sheets Lead to Judge's Dismissal for Dishonesty
The Supreme Court dismissed a judge for lying on her Personal Data Sheets, ruling that dishonesty has no place in the judiciary.
Accountability for False Statements: Attorney Suspended for Misleading Forum Shopping Certifications
A lawyer's false certifications against forum shopping and notarial malpractice lead to one-year suspension and permanent disqualification from notarial commission.
Balancing Zealous Advocacy AND Honest Conduct Limits TO Protecting Client Interests
A lawyer’s duty to protect a client has limits: the Supreme Court reprimands counsel for using false statements in demand letters.
Voter Registration Integrity False Statements AND Election Candidacy
SC ruling on double voter registration and false statements in certificates of candidacy under Section 78 of the Omnibus Election Code.
Honesty Matters: Dismissal for False Statements in Government Job Applications
The Supreme Court ruled that false declarations in a Personal Data Sheet constitute dishonesty and falsification, warranting dismissal from government service.
Notary Publics’ Ethical Duties: Lessons from a Philippine Disbarment Case
A notary public who notarizes a document knowing it contains false statements faces administrative sanctions, including suspension and revocation of commission.
Breach of Trust: Dishonesty in Personal Data Sheets Justifies Dismissal of Court Employees
Supreme Court ruling on Biteng v. DILG: false statements in Personal Data Sheets constitute dishonesty warranting dismissal from government service.
Judicial Integrity Under Scrutiny: False Statements and the Limits of Bribery Claims in the Philippines
A Philippine Supreme Court ruling on dismissing an unproven bribery complaint against a judge while penalizing false statements under judicial ethics.
Perjury Unmasked: False Statements in Naturalization Petitions Remain Actionable Despite Withdrawal
Withdrawing a naturalization petition does not erase perjury liability for false statements already made under oath, the Supreme Court ruled.
Perjury in the Philippines: False Statements in Legal Documents Explained
Learn how Philippine courts define perjury, what makes a false statement criminal, and why withdrawing a petition does not erase liability.