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Plain-language guides and case briefs on Philippine law — researched from the firm's law library of 184,000+ statutes, Supreme Court decisions, and agency issuances, and written so non-lawyers can understand and act on them.

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Appointment vs Reassignment: Clarifying the Role of Local School Boards in Superintendent Designations

The Supreme Court clarifies when local school board consultation is required for schools division superintendent designations, distinguishing appointment from reassignment.

Presidential Appointments in the Philippines: Limits of the Commission on Appointments' Confirmation Power

The Supreme Court clarifies which presidential appointments need Commission on Appointments confirmation under the 1987 Constitution.