ANGELES UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION SCHOOL OF LAW LAW 1. LEGAL ETHICS Second Semester AY 2017-2018 Lecturer: Noel T. Canlas, B.S., 1. B. Phone: 0917-8172485 & 0998-9982485 (mobile) 045-4580454 (office) E-mail: ntcanlas@gmail.com; noel.t.canlas@up.eduph Course Meeting Information: Mondays: 5:30-8:30pm Wednesdays: 2:30pm-5:30pm Consultation Hours by Appointment Primary Sources: Constitution; Rules of Court; Code of Professional Responsibility, New Code of Judicial Conduct; Supreme Court Decisions Secondary Sources: Treatises, Casebooks, Law Review Articles, and Committee Reports. Reference: Agpalo, Ruben, Legal and Judicial Ethics (2009, 8° Edition) SYLLABUS I. INTRODUCTION A. Definition of Terms a. Legal Ethics b. Terms used to describe a member of the legal profession ~ Lawyer, Attomey, or Attorney-AtLaw, Practicing Lawyer, Trial Lawyer ~ Advocate, Barrister, Counsel or Counselor. - Proctor, Solicitor. ~ Spanish: Abogado. - Filipino: Manananggol c. counsel de parte 4. counsel de oficio €. attorney of record £ amicus curiae g bar h, bench i, attorney in fact j. bar association j. house counsel k. lead counsel 1 Pro Se ¢. Power to regulate practice of law [Art. VIII, Sec. 5(5), 1987 Constitution} d. Duties of Attorneys (Rule 138, Sec 20) ¢. FOUR-FOLD DUTIES OF A LAWYER - to SOCIETY; to the LEGAL PROFESSION; to the COURT; and to the CLIENT £ Practice of Law isa Profession and Not a BusinessIl. LEGAL PROFESSION A. State Regulation Supreme Court ~ Constitution Art. VIII sec 5 (5) Congress — Constitution Art XII Sec 14 (2)Art. XVIII Sec.10 JUDICIAL CONTROL Admission to practice is a judicial function Legislative power to repeal, alter, or supplement Executive power in relation to practice Supreme Court incidental powers pose B, What Constitutes Practice of Law Cayetano v. Monsod, G.R. No. 100113, 201 SCRA 210 (1991) Ruthie Lim-Santiago v. Atty. Carlos B. Sagueio, AC No. 6705, March 31, 2006 People v. Villanueva 14 SCRA 111 C. Essential Criteria Determinative of Engaging In The Practice Of Law Habituality, Compensation, Application of law, legal principle, practice, or procedure which calls for legal knowledge, training and experience and Attorney-client relationship III, REQUIREMENTS FOR ADMISSION TO THE PRACTICE OF LAW A. Legal Education B. Educational Qualifications Pre-Law: Rule 138 sec. 6, Rules of Court Law Proper: Rule 138 Sec. 5, Rules of Court C. Citizenship Constitution, Art. XII Sec. 14(2) D. Bar Examinations Rules of Court 138 Secs. 7-16 Procedure for Admission Auyuirre vs Rana, BM 1036, June 10, 2003 E. Good Moral Character Father Ranbilio C. Aquino et al ». Atty. Edwin Pascua A.C, No.5095, November 28, 2007 In re: Judge Jaime V. Quitain, JBC No.013, August 22, 2007 7 Rodolfo M. Bernardo », Atty. Ismael F. Mejia, Adm Case No. 2984, August 31, 2007 Veleg ». Atty. De Vera A.C. No. 6697, July 25, 2006 Tan . Sabandal, 170 SCRA 211 In re: Vittorio D. Lanuevo, former Bar Confidant and Deputy Clerk of Court, A.M. No. 1162 August 29,1975 F. Law Student Practice Rule Rule 138-A. Rules of Court (Cruz, v. Mina, GR No. 154207, April 27, 2007 G. The Lawyer’s Oath (Memorize this!) In Rez Argosino, 270 SCRA 26H Cham vs, Atty. Edilberto D. Pizarro, A.C. No, 5499, Angust 16, 2005 ‘Membership in the IBP In re: Atty. Marcial Eilon, AM 1928, August 3, 1978 IV. CODE OF PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITY PCGG ws. SB, ef al, G.R. No. 151809-12, April 12, 2005, J. Callejo, dissenting opinion THE LAWYER AND SOCIETY Purpose of the Code of Professional Responsibility Abbragan 1s. Rodrigues, 380 SCRA 93 (2001) PCGG 05. SB, ef al, G.R. No, 151809-12, Apnil 12, 2005, ]. Callejo, dissenting opinion Canon 1 Promote and Respect Law and Legal Process Addegoke R. Plumptre v. Atty. Soorates R. Rivera, A.C. No, 11350, 9 August 2016 Zaldivar v. Gonzales, GR. No, 79690, 166 SCRA 316 (1988) 2004 Rules on Notarial Practice > a” Spouses Santiyo x. Hidalgo 448 SCRA 282 (2005) yh Sicat v. Ariola 456 SCRA 93 (2005) 7 Baysac v. Aty. Aceron-Papa, A.C, No. 10231, 10 August 2016 No Unlawful, Dishonest, Immoral, Deceitful Conduct ~ Rule 1.01 Ui v, Bonifacio, Adm. Case No. 3319, June 8, 2000 Figueroa v. Barranco, SBC Case No, 519 276 SCRA 445 (1997) Barrios v. Martines, AC No, 4585 442 SCRA 324 (2004) Yupangco-Nakpil v. Atty. Roberto Uy, AC No. 9115, 14 September 2014 Emma Dantes vs. Atty. Crispin Dantes, A.C, No, 6488, September 22, 2004 Barrientos vs. Daarol, 218 SCRA 30 Toledo vs. Toledo, 7 SCRA 757 Obusan vs, Obusan, 128 SCRA 485 Terre vs, Terre, A.M. No. 2349, July 3, 1992 Santos vs, Tan, A.M. No, 2697, April 19, 1991 No dichotomy of standards St. Lowis Unin, Laboratory High School Faculty & Staff vs. Atty. Dela Crary A.C. August 28, 2006 No Counseling to Defy Law ~ Rule 1.02 Donton v. Dr. Tansingco, AC No. 6057, June 27, 2006 In re Terell 2 Phil 266 (1903) Estrada v. Sandiganbayan 416 SCRA 465 (2003) Not to Encourage Lawsuit or Proceedings ~ Rule 1.03 Saburnido v. Madrono, AC No, 4497, 366 SCRA 1 (2001) Linsangan v. Atty. Tolentino, AC No, 6672, September 4, 2009Encourage Client to Avoid Controversy ~ Rule 1.04 Yoasi III vs NLRC, GR No. 104599, March 11, 1994 Castatteda v. Ago, G.R. No. L-28546, 65 SCRA 505 (1975) Canon 2 Provide Efficient and Convenient Legal Services Not to Reject The Cause of the Defenseless or Oppressed — Rule 2.01 IBP Handbook, Guidelines Governing Establishment and Operation of Legal Aid Office, Art. 1 See 1 Not to Refuse to Give Legal Advice — Rule 2.02 (General Rule) Santiago v. Atty. Rafanan, AC No, 6252, October 5, 2004 Exceptions : Canon 14, Rule 14.01 and 14.02 Exception to the Exception : Canon 14, Rule 14.03 No Solicitation — Rule 2.03 Rule 138 Sec. 27, Rules of Court Linsangan v. Atty. Tolentino, (supra) A lawyer shall make clear whether he is acting in another capacity (Rule 15.08) No Rates Lower Than Customarily Charged ~ Rule 2.04 Canon 3 Information on Legal Services that is True, Honest, Fair, Dignified and Objective No False or Unfair Claim re: Qualifications ~ Rule 3.01 Khan v. Simbillo, AC 5299, 409 SCRA 299 (2003) Ulep v. Legal Clinic, BM NO. 553, 223 SCRA 378 (1993) In Re: Tagorda, 53 Phil 37 (1929) No False of Misleading Firm Name — Rule 3.02 Dacanay v. Baker and McKensie 136 SCRA 349 (1985) Partners Assuming Public Office — Rule 3.03, Constitution Art. 6 sec. 14; Art. 7 sec 13; Art. 9 sec. 2 Samonte v. Gatdula, AM No. P-99-1292, 303 SCRA 756 (1999) Not Use Media to Attract Legal Business ~ Rule 3.04 Canon 4 Participate in Development: Support Legal Reforms and Administration of Justice Canon 5 Participate in Legal Education Program Bar Matter 850 Mandatory Continuing Legal EducationCanon 6 Canons Apply to Lawyers in Government Service RA 6713 Sec, 4 (Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards for Public Officials and F imployees) Collantes v. Renomeron, AC No. 3056, 200 SCRA 584 (1991) Diana Ramos v, Atty Jose R. Imbang, AC No, 6788, August23, 2007 Primary Duty: That Justice is Done — Rule 6.01 Cuenca 0s CA, GR No. 109870, December 1, 1995 Not to Use Public Position for Private Interest — Rule 6.02 Ali vs Atty. Bubong, AC No. 4018, March 8, 2005 Olazo v, Justice Tinga, AM No. 10-5-7-SC, December 07, 2010 Not to Accept Employment After Government Service — Rule 6.03, PCGG 1, Sandganbayan, 455 SCRA526 (2005) — revolving door theory RA 6713 sec. 7(b) RA3019 sec. 3 (d) Gisela Huyssem vs Atty, Fred L. Gutierrez, AC No. 6707, March24, 2006 PNB v. Cedo, AC No. 3701, 243 SCRA 1 (1995) THE LAWYER AND THE LEGAL PROFESSION Canon 7 Uphold Dignity and Integrity of the Profession In re 1989 Elections of the IBP 178 SCRA 398 (1989) Santos v. Llamas 322 SCRA 529 (2000) Re: 2003 Bar Examinations BM 1222, Feb, 4, 2004 Letter of Any. Cecilio Arevalo BM 1370 May 9, 2005 Phileomsat Holdings Corporation v. Lokin and Labastlla, A.C. No. 11139, April 19, 2016 No False Statement — Rule 7.01 ‘Not to Support Unqualified Bar Applicant — Rule 7.02 No Conduct Adversely Affecting the Profession - Rule 7.03 Zaguirre v. Castillo 389 SCRA 659 (2003) Chan vs. Pizarro, 467 SCRA 1 [2005)). Canon 8 Courtesy, Faimess, Candor Towards Professional Colleagues Que v. Any. Revilla Jr. AC No, 7054, December 4, 2009 Camacho v, Pagulayan 328 SCRA 631 (2000) No Abusive and Improper Language — Rule 8.01 Not to Encroach on Professional Employment — Rule 8.02 Linsangan v. Atty. Tolentino (supra)Canon 9 Unauthorized Practice of Law PP v, Hon, Maveda, GR No. 89591-96, Jannary 24, 2000 Zeta v. Malinao, AM No. P-220, December 20, 1978 Tan and Pagayokan v. Balajadia, GR No. 169517, March 14,2006 Agiirre v. Rana 403 SCRA 342 (2003) Not to Delegate Work — Rule 9.01 Not to Divide Legal Fees ~ Rule 9.02 Lijauco 2. Atty. Terrado AC No, 6317, August 31, 2006 Plus Builders Inc. ». Atty. Revilla Jr. AC No. 7056, September 13, 2006 Disbarment - Disciplinary Proceedings Lao ws, Medel, 405 SCRA 227 [2003] Purpose of Disbarment or Suspension Zaguirre v. Castillo 389 SCRA 659 (2003) Chan vs, Pizarro, 467 SCRA 1 (2005) Effect of Affidavit of Desistance Bautista ». Bernabe 482 SCRA 1 2006) Requirement Of Due Process Nava v, Sorsogon 421 SCRA 1 (2004) Uptengeo IIT vs. Baduel, 477 SCRA 621 (2005) Frias, Bautista Lozada A.C. No, 6656, May 4, 2006 Willfully Appearing As Attorney For Any Party Without Authority Aly, Edilberto D. Pizarro, A.C, No. 5499, August 16, 2005, See. 27, Rule 138, Rules of Court Porac Trucking Corp. us. CA, 202 SCRA 674 Garrido ws. Quisumbing, 28 SCRA 614 Mercado ws. Ulay, 187 SCRA 720 THE LAWYER AND THE COURTS Canon 10 Observe Candor, Fairness and Good Faith ‘Truthfulness Towards the Court — Rules 10.01 Canon 32 CPE Maligaya 1s Atty. Donorilla Jr. AC No. 6198, September 15,2006 Manuel S. Sebastian 1s Atty. Amily A. Bajar, AC No, 3731, September 7, 2007 Young v. Batuegas 403 SCRA 123 (2003) Not to Misquote or Mistepresent Contents of Paper — Rule 10.02 Insular Life Employees Co. . Insular Lift Assocation 37 SCRA 7 (1970) Observe Rules of Procedure - Rule 10.03Rule 138, Sec. 20 (d) Rules of Court Canon 11 Respect Courts and Judicial Officers Proper Attire — Rule 11.01 Punctuality — Rule 11.02 Proper Language and Behavior ~ Rule 11.03 Atty. Barandon Jr. v. Ay. Ferrer St. AC No. 5768, March 26, 2010 Ng». Atty. Alar, AC No. 7252, November 22, 2006 Sangalang v. LAC 177 Phil 87 (1989) In the matter of procedings for disiplinary action against Atty, Almacen In, GR Ni February 18, 1970 Not to Attribute to Judge Motives ~ Rule 11.04 Asean Pacific Planners t al . City of Urdaneta et al, GR No.162525, September 23, 2008 Judge Lacurum vs Atty. Jacoba, AC No. 5921, March 10, 2006 Philomsat Holdings Corporation v. Lokin and Labastilla, \.C, No. 11139, April 19, 2016 Rights of Lawyers to Criticize Courts Constitutional Basis of the Freedom Of Expression Article I, See. 4, 1987 Constitution Judicial conduct maybe criticized U.S. 0s. Bustos, 37 Phil. 731 U.S. vs. Contreras, 23 Phil. 513 InIn Re: Lozano vs. Quevedo, 54 Phil, 801 In Re: Atty. Emiliano Jurado, Jr, Adm. Matter No, 90-5.2373, July 12, 1990 In Re: Pusiton to Disqualify Aity. De Vera, etc., Garcia, et al. vs. Atty. Leonard de Vera, et al, A.C. No, 6052, December 11, 2003 Estrada vs. Sandiganbayan, etal, G.R. No, 159486-88, November 25, 2003 Grievances Against Judge ~ Rule 11.05 Constitution Art VIII secs. 6 and 11 In the matter of proceedings for disiplinary action against Atty. Almacen In GR No. 27654, February 18, 1970 Canon 12 Assist in Speedy and Efficient Administration of Justice Rule 138 Sec. 20 (g) Rules of Court Adequate Preparation — Rule 12.01 and Rule 18.02 De Espino vs Any. Presquito, AM No. AC 4762, June 28, 2004 Forum Shopping ~ Rule 12.02 Not to Delay Case ~ Rule 12.03Atty. VaflorFabroa ». Aity, Paguinto, AC No, 6273, March 15, 2010 Mattus v, Villaseca, A.C. No. 7922. October 1, 2013 Not Delay Or Impede The Execution Of Judgment or Misuse Court Process ~ Rule 12.04 Bugaring and RBBI ws Hon Espanol, GR No. 133090, January19, 2001 Manila Pest Control vs WCC 25 SCRA 700 (1968) ‘Malonzo ». Principe 47 SCRA 1 (2004) Proper Behavior; Lawyer Shall Not Harass Witness — Rule 12. 05 — Rule 12.07 Sambajon et al. ws Atty. Suing, AC No 7062, September 26, 2006 PD 1829 Penalizing Obstruction of Justice Not to Testify on Behalf of Client — Rule 12.08 PNB v. Uy Teng Piao 57 SCRA 337 (1932) Dury to inform of cients death and change of counsel's address - Rules of Court, Rule 3, Section 16 Canon 13 Refrain from Act Giving Appearance of Influence Nestle Phil. V. Sanchez, 154 SCRA 542 (1987) In re de Vera 385 SCRA 285 (2003) No Extraordinary Attention ~ Rule 13.01 No Public Statements to Media ~ Rule 13.02 Cruz, Salva 105 Phil 1151 (1959) Martelino v. Alejandro 32 SCRA 106 (1970) In re Request Radio TV Coverage 360 SCRA 248 (2001) Foodsphere, Ine. vs Ant. Mauricio Jr, AC No. 7199, July 22,2009 Not to Invite Outside Interference — Rule 13.03 ‘Maglasang ». People 190 SCRA 306 (1990) ‘THE LAWYER AND THE CLIENT Gimena v. Athy. Sabio, A.C, No. 7178, 23 August 2016 A. Nature of Lawyer-Client relationship a. Relation as strictly personal b, Relation as fiduciary and confidential c. Rules protective of relation B. The Concept of Retainer or Employment a, Concept of Retainer and its Necessity (Rules of Court, Rule 138, Sec. 21) b, Employment of a Law Firm Canon 14 Service to the NeedyAvailability of Services Regardless of Status — Rule 14.01 Rule 138 sec 20 Rules of Court Francisco v. Atty. Portugal, AC No. 6155, March 14, 2006 Providing Counsel de Oficio ~ Rule 14.02 Rule 138 Sec 31, 20 (h) Rule of Court Rule 116 Sec 6-8 Rule 124 Sec 2 PD 543 In Rez Atty. Adriano, GR No. L-26868, February 27, 1969 A Lawyer Shall Not Decline Appointment By The Court Or By The IBP Valid Ground for Refusal — Rule 14.03 Peres. Atty. Dela Torre, AC 6160, March 30, 2006 Canay v, Atty. Ortiz, AC No. 5485, March 16, 2005 Same Standard of Conduct for Paying and Non-Paying Clients ~ Rule 14.04 In Re: Atty. Adriano (supra) Canon 15 Observe Candor, Faimness, Loyalty Rule 138 Sec 3, Rules of Court Aromin vs Boncavil: AC 5135 : September 22, 1999 Jardin vs Villar, A.C, No, 5474, August 28, 2003 Conflict of Interest — Rule 15.01 and Rule 15.03 Samson v. Atty. Era, AC No. 6664, 16 July 2013 Ath, Jalandoni x. Atty, Villarosa, AC No, 5303, June 15, 2006 Hornilla x. Atty, Salunat, AC No, 5804, July 01, 2003 Gonzales v. Atty. Cabucana, AC No, 6836, January 23, 2006 San Jose Homeowners v. Romanillo AC No, 5580 July 15,2005 Pormento vs. Pontevedra, AC 5128, March 31, 2005 Privileged Communication (I'o Preserve the Secrets of a Client) — Rule 15.02 Diana Ramos ». Atty. Jose R. Imbang (pra) Ma, Luisa Hadjnla x. Atty Roceles F. Madianda, AC No, 6711, July 03, 2007 Ethical Considerations In Taking a Bad Case Mediator, Conciliator or Arbitrator ~ Rule 15.04 Alty, Jalandoni v. Atty. Villarosa (oupra) Candid, Honest Advice ~ Rule 15.05 Rollon vs Atty. Naraval, AC No, 6424, March 04, 2005 Yu 1, Bondal, AC No. 5534, January 17, 2005 Not State or Imply Influence ~ Rule 15.06Reddi ». Atty. Sebrio Jr AC No, 7027, January 30, 2009 Impress Compliance with Laws — Rule 15.07 Rural Bank of Calape, Inc. . Atty. Florido, AC No, 5736, June 18, 2010 Dual Profession — Rule 15.08 Dr. Gamilla et al x. Atty. Mario Jr. AC No. 4763, March 20,2003 Canon 16 Hold in Trust Client’s Moneys and Properties Art 1491, Civil Code Account ~ Rule 16.01 Atty, Salomon Jr. v. Atty. Frial, AC No. 7820, September 12,2008 Almandarez Jr. v. Atty. Langit, AC No.7057, July 25, 2006 Chua and Hsia . Atty. Mesina Jr. AC No. 4904, August 12,2004 Vinay . Atty. Sanicas, AC No, 7337, 29 September 2014 Keep Client’s Fund Separate ~ Rule 16.02 Hemandes.». Go 450 SCRA 1 (2005) ‘Tareg v. Atty. Ricafort, AC No, 8253, March 15, 2011 Delivery of Funds; Lawyer’s Lien — Rule 16.03 Businos v. Ricafort 283 SCRA 40 (1997) Quilban v. Robinol 171 SCRA 786 (1989) Donggaras v. Atty. Crag-Angeles & Paler, A 1113, 9 August 2016 No Borrowing, Lending — Rule 16.04 Barnachea v. Quicbo 399 SCRA 1 (2003) Rubias v. Batiller 31 SCRA 120 (1973) Canon 17 Trust and Confidence Zabaljauregui Pitcher vs Atty. Gagate, AC No, 9532 (13 October 2013) Caniiller ». Potenciano 180 SCRA 246 (1968) Alisbo v, Jalandon 199 SCRA 321 (1991) Neayan v. Tugade 193 SCRA 779 (1991) In re: Suspension of Atty Maguera from the Practice of Law BM 793 July 30, 2004 Reason for the Prohibition Nakpil 1s, Aty, Carls J. Valdes, A.C. No, 2040, March 4, 1998 Canon 18 Competence and Diligence Panta. Atty. Paguinto, AC No, 6297, July 13, 2004 Client Consent with Collaborating Counsel ~ Rule 18,01De Juan v. Any. Baria Ill, AC No. 5817, May 27, 2004 Rollon vs Atty. Naraval (supra) Adequate Preparation ~ Rule 18,02 Preparation of Pleadings, Interviewing the Witnesses, What to do in Case of Conflict of Trial Dates, Adoption of System to Insure Receipt of Mails, Notice of Change of Address, Notice of Death of Client Fernandez, v. Atty. Novero Jr. AC No, 5394, December 02,2002 Not to Neglect Legal Matters — Rule 18.03 Barbuco ». Atty. Beltran, AC No, 5092, August 11, 2004 Endaya v. Oca 410 SCRA 344 (2003) Dalisay ». Mauricio AC No. 5655 April 22, 2005 Inform Client on Status of Case — Rule 18.04 Ruiz». Santos, GR No. 166386, January 27, 2009 Sps. Soriano v. Atty. Reyes, AC No. 4676, May 04, 2006 Somosot v. Atty. Lara, AC No. 7024, January 20, 2009 Canon 19 Representation with Zeal Sambajon et al vs Atty. Suing (supra) Fair and Honest ~ Rule 19.01 Rule 138 sec 20 (d) Pena v. Atty. Apariio, AC No, 7298, June 25, 2007 Que v. Any. Revilla Jr (supra) Rectify Client’s Fraud ~ Rule 19.02 Pena v. Atty. Aparicio (Supra) Dalisay v. Atty. Mauricio Jr (supra) Donton v. Dr. Tansingeo (supra) Control Proceedings ~ Rule 19.03 Abt. Solidon v. Atty. Macalalad, AC No, 8158, February 24, 2010 Canon 20 Attorney's Fees Urban Bank v. Pena, G.R. No. 145817, 19 October 2011 RA 5185 sec 6 Rule 138 sec 24; 32 Rules of Court Masmud v. NLRC, GR No. 183385, February 13, 2009 Ally. Orucio v. Angulan et al, GR No. 179892-93, January 30,2009 Quirante v. LAC 169 SCRA 769 (1989) ‘Metrobank. v CA 181 SCRA 367 (1981) Research Services ». CA 266 SCRA 731 (1997) Fee Guide — Rue 20.01 uClient’s Consent of Fees for Referral — Rule 20.02 Urban Bank v. Pena 364 SCRA 597 (2001) Client’s Consent of Acceptance of Fee ~ Rule 20.03 Rule 138 sec20 (e) Avod Compensation Controversy with Client ~ Rule 20.04 Rule 138 sec 24, 32 Rules of Court Ramos ». Atty. Ngaseo, AC Yo. 6210, December 9, 2004 Canon 21 Preserve Client’s Confidence Rule 138 sec 20() Rules of Court Rule 130 sec21 (b) Art. 208 Revised Penal Code Hilado v David 83 Phil 569 (1949) Bun Siong Yao 1, Atty, Leonardo A. Aurel, AC No, 7023, March 30, 2006 Genato v Silapan 406 SCRA 75 (2003) Junio v. Atty. Grupo, AC No. 5020, December 18, 2001 Revelations of Confidence and Secrets Allowed ~ Rule 21.01 Use of Information Received in Course of Employment Allowed ~ Rule 21.02 Uy », Atty. Gonzales, AC No, 5280, March 30, 2004 Prohibition to Giving Information to Outside Agency ~ Rule 21.03 Protection from Disclosure — Rule 21.04 ~ 21.05 Prohibition of Indiscreet Conversation — Rule 21.06 Not to Reveal that Lawyer was Consulted — Rule 21.07 Cf Rule 15.01, Rule 14.03 Canon 22 Withdrawal of Services For Good Cause Good Causes for Withdrawal of Services — Rule 22.01 Domingo v Aquino 38 SCRA 472 (1971) Felicsime M. Montano v. IBP and Any. Juan $. Dealea, AC No. 4215, May 21, 2001 Elisa V. Venteres et al », Atty, Rodrigo R. Cosme, AC No.7421, October 10, 2007 In Rez Atty. David Briones, AC No, 5486, August 15, 2001 Lim Jr». Atty. Villarosa (supra) Duties of Lawyer Who Withdraws ~ Rule 22.02 Obando v. Figueras 322 SCRA 148 (2000) IV.NEW CODE OF JUDICIAL CONDUCT 1.CANON 1 ~ INDEPENDENCEIn Re: Allegations MadeUnder Oath at the SenateBlue Ribbon Committee Hearing Against Associte Justice Gregory S. Ong, AM No, SB-14-21-J, 23 September 2014 1.01 Independent Judgment Rane, . Macandeg, 144 SCRA 634 1.02 Independence from Colleagues ~ Rule 1.02 Tabil v. Eisma, 64 SCRA 378 1,03 Refrain from Influencing Outcome of Litigation Contreras ». Solis, 260 SCRA 572 1.04 Not to Allow Social Relations to Influence Judgment Romero ». Valle, 147 SCRA 197 1.05 No Inappropriate Connections With Other Branches of Government Galman v. SB, 144 SCRA 43 1.06 Independent in Relation to Parties Lorenzo ». Marquez, 162 SCRA 546 1.07 Safeguards for Discharge of Judicial Duties Salud v. Alumbres, 404 SCRA 411 2.CANON 2 - INTEGRITY 2.01. Conduct Above Reproach; Perception Affonso v. Juanson, 228 SCRA 239 2.02Reaffirm People's Faith in Judiciary Castillo v. Calanog, 199 SCRA 75 2.03Initiate Disciplinary Action Against Erring Lawyers In re Sotto, 82 Phil, 595 3.CANON 3 ~ IMPARTIALITY Jamsani-Rodriques v Justice Gregory S. Ong, etal, AM. No, 08-19-SBJ, 24 August 2010 3.01 Without Fear or Factor In re Aguas, 1 Phil, 1 3.02 Enhances Confidence of the Public Cabutisan v, Pagalilauan, 297 SCRA 593 B3.03 Minimize Occasions for Disqualification Paredes v. Abad, 56 SCRA 522 3.04 Comments on Proceedings Facundo v. Berjamen, 180 SCRA 235 3.05 Disqualification Aparicio v. Andal, 175 SCRA 569 Gandioncov. POaranda, 155 SCRA 725 3.06 Disclosure Lorenzo v. Marques, 162 SCRA 546 CANON 4—PROPRIETY 4.01 Avoidance of Impropriety Talens ». Arvo, 259 SCRA 354 4.02Dignity Livanag v. Lustre, 306 SCRA 55 4.03 Relations with Lawyers People. Maceda, 188 SCRA 532 4.04 Family Associated with Case Javier », de Gusgnan, 192 SCRA 434 4.05 Use of Residence 4.06Free Expression OGA ». Judge Floro, 486 SCRA 66 4.07Fiduciary Interests 4.08 Advancing Private Interests Aquino v. Lontok, 184 SCRAI77 4.09 Confidential Information Umale v. Villalug, 51 SCRA 84 410Other Activities In re Manzano, 166 SCRA 246 4.11Practice of Law 4Tuazon v. Purugganan, 370 SCRA 511 4.12 Form Associations 4.13-4.15Gifts and Favors Onpoc Tones, 178 SCRA 14 CANON 5 ~ EQUALITY 5.01-5.05 Equality of Treatment People v. Ibasan, 129 SCRA 695 CANON 6 ~ COMPETENCE AND DILIGENCE In Re: Anonymous Letter- dated August 12, 2010, complaining against Judge Ofelia T. Pinto, Regional Trial Court, Branch 60, Angeles City, Pampanga, A.M. No. RTJ-11-2289, 2 October 2012 Office of the Court Administrator vs HON. LIBERTY 0. CASTANEDA, A.M. No. RTJ-12-2316, 9 October 2012 6.01Precedence of Duties OCA » Laniang, 186 SCRA 646 6.02 Judicial Duties Longboan 1. Pol, 186 SCRA 547 6.03Keeping up with Developments People w Salas, 143 SCRA 163 6.04 International Law Ennrigues;n. Carminadk, 485 SCRA 98. 6.05 Efficient and Prompt Delivery Sangguniang Panlalawiyan ». Albano, 260 SCRA 564 6.06 Orderand Decorum Romero » Vall, 147 SORA 197 6.07 Incompatible Conduet 15