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Dec 3, 2023 agrarian reform land ownership disputes simulated sale presidential decree 27 hereditary succession property law

When a Sale Among Heirs Can Be Voided: PD 27 and Simulated Land Transfers

Learn when a sale of agrarian reform land among heirs is void under PD 27, based on the Supreme Court's ruling in Dela Cruz v. Dumasig.

Jul 8, 2020 agrarian reform jurisdiction land bank property law supreme court pd 27

Understanding Jurisdiction in Agrarian Reform Disputes: Insights from a Landmark Philippine Supreme Court Case

Learn how the Supreme Court clarified jurisdiction over agrarian reform disputes in Land Bank v. Heirs of Divinagracia, a key Philippine property law case.

Oct 30, 2016 agrarian reform emancipation patent presidential decree 27 voluntary land transfer co-ownership dar

Emancipation Patents Under Voluntary Land Transfer: The Marinas Ruling

The Supreme Court clarifies when emancipation patents are valid under PD 27's Voluntary Land Transfer scheme, including co-owner consent and payment timing.

Sep 29, 2008 agrarian reform just compensation land bank ra 6657 pd 27 property law

Fair Valuation in Agrarian Reform: Just Compensation Under R.A. 6657

The Supreme Court clarifies that just compensation for lands acquired under P.D. 27 must follow R.A. 6657 and DAR regulations, not outdated formulas.