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Special Administrators in Estate Cases: Residency Matters More Than Citizenship
Philippine Supreme Court clarifies that residency, not citizenship, determines who may serve as special administrator in estate proceedings.
Filiation and Estate Administration: Clarifying the Scope of DNA Evidence in Determining Heirship
The Supreme Court clarifies when DNA test results may—and may not—be used to remove a special administrator in estate proceedings.
Revocation of Special Administration: Balancing Discretion and Due Process in Estate Settlement
Explore the Supreme Court's ruling on revoking special administrators and appointing regular administrators in estate proceedings.
Court Discretion in Estate Administration: When Can a Special Administrator Be Removed
Philippine Supreme Court clarifies when courts may remove a special administrator and the limits of judicial discretion in estate proceedings.
Discretion Prevails THE NON Appealable Nature OF Special Administrator Appointments IN Estate Proceedings
Estate Administration Discretion IN Appointing A Special Administrator VS Heir Preference
Estate Administration Discretionary Power in Appointing Special Administrators
The Supreme Court clarifies that probate courts have sound discretion in appointing special administrators, and heirs have no absolute right to representation.