Real property disputes can be a headache for both current and potential owners, which is why it’s essential to ensure that all procedures related to
Is the breach of a promise to marry considered a legally actionable wrong? In general, no, a breach of promise to marry is not considered
Understanding Child Custody Laws for Illegitimate and Legitimate Children Illegitimate children are those conceived and born outside of a valid marriage. The laws surrounding parental
Marriage laws in the Philippines offer unique flexibility in their approach, as indicated by Article 6. Unlike many global jurisdictions, Philippine matrimonial law does not
People v. Santiago, (1927): A marriage entered into by a person whose real intent is to avoid prosecution for rape is void for total lack
Male or female 18 years old and above, not under any impediments mentioned in Art. 37 (incestuous marriage) & Art. 38 marriage against public policy),
Art. 1, FC. Marriage is a special contract of permanent union between a man and a woman entered into in accordance with law for the
1. Pre-Adoption Counseling/ Seminar Adoptive Parents are required to attend a seminar or fora at the DSWD to help then assess their motivation. 2. Filing
For prospective adoptive parents1. Homestudy Report2. Authenticated birth certificate;3. Marriage Contract or Divorce, Annulment, Declaration of Nullity, or Legal Separation documents;4. Written consent to the
1. Any Filipino citizen of legal age, in possession of full civil capacity and legal rights, of good moral character, has not been convicted of