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Upholding Court Authority Indefinite Suspension FOR Attorneys Persistent Disobedience
The Supreme Court indefinitely suspends a lawyer for over a decade of willful disobedience of lawful court orders, underscoring the duty of attorneys to respect judicial authority.
When Lawyers Abuse Blank Checks: Lessons from Manaois v. Deciembre
A Supreme Court ruling on indefinite suspension for a lawyer who filled blank checks with unauthorized amounts shows how the Bar polices deceitful conduct.
When a Lawyer's Private Dealings Destroy Public Trust: Manaois v. Deciembre
A lawyer's private misconduct can lead to indefinite suspension. Learn the lessons from Manaois v. Deciembre on professional responsibility.
Indefinite Suspension for Lawyer’s Gross Immoral Conduct: Zaguirre v. Castillo
The Supreme Court indefinitely suspends a lawyer for siring a child outside marriage and reneging on his sworn support, reaffirming that lawyers must uphold moral standards at all times.
Challenging Ejectment Delays: Certiorari When Summary Procedure Fails
Learn when certiorari can challenge indefinite suspension of ejectment cases under the Rules on Summary Procedure, per Go v. Court of Appeals.