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Dec 7, 2021 real-party-in-interest contract-nullification legal-standing philippine-law civil-procedure supreme-court

Real Party in Interest: Who Can Sue to Nullify a Contract in the Philippines

Learn who has legal standing to file a case to nullify a contract in the Philippines, based on Supreme Court rulings on real party in interest.

Nov 28, 2021 libel venue public officials revised penal code criminal law supreme court

Libel Venue in the Philippines: Where Can a Public Official File a Case?

Learn the rules on libel venue for public officials under the Revised Penal Code, as clarified by the Supreme Court.

Jul 12, 2016 legal ethics attorney suspension client funds code of professional responsibility administrative case

Attorney Suspended Three Years for Misappropriating Client Funds

Supreme Court suspends lawyer for three years for failing to file a case and refusing to return client's P65,000, reinforcing trust obligations.

Mar 18, 2015 legal ethics code of professional responsibility attorney suspension client funds administrative case lawyer negligence

Upholding Client Trust Attorney Suspended FOR Neglect AND Misuse OF Funds IN THE Philippines

A lawyer who fails to file a case and refuses to return client money faces one-year suspension. Learn the rules on client funds.

Mar 7, 2007 foreclosure redemption tender of payment real estate mortgage banking law

Redemption Denied: Why Tender of Payment Is Crucial in Philippine Foreclosure Cases

Philippine Supreme Court explains why a borrower must actually tender payment to redeem foreclosed property—not just file a case.

Mar 6, 2007 property rights valid claim philippine courts legal standing case filing

Lack of Property Rights: Why a Valid Claim Is Essential to File a Case in Philippine Courts

Philippine courts require a valid claim or property right to file a case. This article explains the rule and its practical implications.

Feb 23, 2007 attorney negligence legal ethics code of professional responsibility client rights administrative case prescription

Attorney Negligence in the Philippines: A Lawyer's Duty and Client Protection

When a lawyer fails to file a case on time, the consequences can be severe. Learn what the Supreme Court says about attorney negligence and your rights as a client.

Jun 10, 2002 legal ethics attorney suspension client funds code of professional responsibility lawyer discipline

Attorney Suspended for Misusing Client Funds and Neglecting Duty

A lawyer's one-year suspension for converting a client's filing fee and failing to file a case underscores ethical duties in the legal profession.