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SUBJECT: The Writ of Habeas Corpus vs Writ of Amparo I. INTRODUCTION AND OVERVIEW This memorandum provides an exhaustive comparative analysis of two paramount constitutional and […]

SUBJECT: The Rule on Probate of Wills (Mandatory Nature) I. INTRODUCTION AND CONCEPTUAL FRAMEWORK The probate of a will is a special proceeding mandated by law […]

SUBJECT: The Concept of ‘Fideicommissary Substitution’ I. INTRODUCTION AND DEFINITION The concept of fideicommissary substitution (sustitución fideicomisaria) is a unique and complex institution in Philippine succession […]

SUBJECT: The Rule on Preterition vs Disinheritance I. INTRODUCTION AND CONCEPTUAL DISTINCTION This memorandum provides an exhaustive analysis of the distinct legal doctrines of preterition and […]

SUBJECT: The Difference between Notarial and Holographic Wills I. INTRODUCTION This memorandum provides an exhaustive analysis of the distinctions between notarial (or ordinary) wills and holographic […]

SUBJECT: The Concept of ‘Legitime’ and Compulsory Heirs I. INTRODUCTION AND LEGAL FOUNDATION The concept of legitime is a fundamental and mandatory institution in Philippine succession […]

SUBJECT: The Concept of ‘Abuse of Right’ (Article 19) I. INTRODUCTION AND LEGAL FOUNDATION Article 19 of the Civil Code of the Philippines, a cornerstone of […]

SUBJECT: The Rule on Pre-judicial Questions I. INTRODUCTION AND CONCEPTUAL FOUNDATION The Rule on Pre-judicial Questions, also known as the doctrine of lis pendens in a […]

SUBJECT: The Concept of ‘Liquidated’ vs ‘Temperate’ Damages I. INTRODUCTION AND STATEMENT OF OBJECTIVES This memorandum provides an exhaustive analysis of two distinct categories of damages […]