BAHAY AMPUNAN GROUP

ISSUE 1: THESE ARE ALL ANSWERED BY THE NOTARIAL LAW; NOT A PROBLEM AREA.
HOWEVER, YOU CAN REPHRASE THE PROBLEM THIS WAY: WHETHER OR NOT IT IS PROPER
FOR A NOTARY PUBLIC TO DELEGATE FUNCTIONS TO A NON-LAWYER

Is the practice of forging by the secretary the signature of notary public a crime and does it bind the
lawyer?
1. What is the effect of failure to require the executors/signers to appear before the notary public?
2. What are the penalties for notary public in defiance of the notarial rules?

BRIEF BACKGROUND:
It has been a practice in the region that lawyers allow their secretaries to sign on their behalf on the
legal documents or notarized documents. Since lawyers allow this to happen, required personal
appearance of the executors/signers to the lawyer was obviously being disregarded. The conundrum
behind this issue includes can lawyers, allowing their secretaries to sign on their behalf, use the
defense of forgery in case problems arise on the notarized document? Is he liable for disbarment or
prohibition to avail notary public, or suspension for permission to operate notary public?

ISSUE 2:
As a corporate lawyer, which will you follow—the corporation or the Code of Professional
Responsibility—if the corporation instructs you to take a certain course of action that conflicts with the
CPR? LIKE WHAT? BE MORE SPECIFIC

BRIEF BACKGROUND:
For any business, corporate lawyers assist structure, negotiate, and mediate contract agreements. In
addition to attending meetings and drafting documents, reviewing agreements, and offering insight and
counsel, they also draft any legally enforceable contracts. This may encompass anything from
collaborative ventures to lease agreements. As an employee of a corporation, should a lawyer follow
company policies and directives even if they go against the Code of Professional Responsibility?

ISSUE 3:
Will there be any violation of the CPR when lawyers deliberately disregard existing jurisprudence that
has historical significance which may result into a malicious and fallacious re-interpretation of a
historical account? Can they be penalized? IN SIMPLER TERMS, YOU ARE ASKING IF DOCTRINES
CAN BE CHALLENGED? YES, IT HAPPENS ALL THE TIME. BUT IF THE SC INSISTS ON ITS
RULINGS, THEN THE SC PREVAILS. IF YOU WANT THIS TOPIC, BE MORE SPECIFIC
BRIEF BACKGROUND:
In an era of misinformation and sensationalism, lawyers are often put to take a stand on historical
jurisprudence. The speed at which it is spread and the magnitude of its influence places it in a different
category from its historical roots. When they decide to disagree, worse, intentionally exaggeratedly
disregard, will this be a violation of the CPR?

Law-ding Group

TOPIC 1: Is it ethical for a lawyer to continue defending for the innocence of the accused when he
already knows that he is guilty? YOUR DISCUSSION BELOW ANSWERS THIS QUESTION. SO
WHY SHOULD THIS STILL BE A PROBLEM AREA?

Lawyers have a legal obligation to protect their clients and to ensure they have the maximum
guarantees during the legal process and, they are ethically bound to zealously represent all clients,
including those they believe will justly be found guilty, as well as those they believe are factually
innocent. (Canon 7 CPR).

We always say that no matter how bad a person is, there remains a soft spot in his heart for after all
we are created in the image and likeness of the Divine Almighty. Hence, being aware that a person
coming to the aid of a lawyer might have actually committed the crime does not give lawyers the right
to refuse the case unless there is a conflict of interest involved. As we have said above, every person
is kind by nature and we hold to this fact that he may not be guilty of the exact crime he is being
accused of.

The reason most lawyers won't ask you if you're actually "guilty" is that it's not relevant to the case. It
is not the lawyer's job to know or decide guilt. What the client actually wants is that he will be defended
properly. This is so because the true duty of a lawyer is to provide one with an intelligent defense for
the crime of which he is being accused. Therefore, the most important thing that a lawyer should do is
to take their legal responsibility seriously.

TOPIC 2: Is it ethical for a lawyer to decline a client because of religious belief?YOUR DISCUSSION
BELOW ANSWERS THIS QUESTION. SO WHY SHOULD THIS STILL BE A PROBLEM AREA?

When a lawyer takes his oath, he is considered the officer of the court and he shall have the most
significant role in upholding society's judicial system. Hence, legal practitioners must think of giving
their best in promoting the core values of the profession and in helping the people seeking justice.
True to the oath, a lawyer does not have the privilege of choosing their clients. He cannot even refuse
to defend an accused because of religious beliefs contrary to his own.
We must be reminded that, “Rule 14.01 A lawyer shall not decline to represent a person solely on
account of the latter's race, sex, creed or status of life, or because of his own opinion regarding the
guilt of said person.”

TOPIC 3: Is it ethical for lawyers to give advice to another lawyers client? NOT A PROBLEM AREA.
CPR ANSWER THIS.

Yes, there is no principle or rule prohibiting one lawyer from providing a second opinion. THERE IS A
PROHIBITION – IT IS CALLED ENCROACHMENT. CHECK CPR. However, as a matter of
professional courtesy, the client should be apprised of the conditions that it may possibly provide ‘just
cause’ to terminate the services of the other; as well as incurring additional delay and cost, and the
outgoing lawyer’s right to assert a lien and the effect of that. What the lawyers should do is avoid
enticing the client to transfer their services and never influence their choice. If these circumstances
cannot be avoided lawyers are strictly reminded that the discussions should be considered
confidential. Under Rule 8.02 A lawyer shall not, directly or indirectly, encroach upon the professional
employment of another lawyer, however, it is the right of any lawyer, without fear or favor, to give
proper advice and assistance to those seeking relief against unfaithful or neglectful counsel.

TEAM N JERRY

Topic 1 : Trial by publicity : the dark side of internet Justice – SO WHAT IS THE PROBLEM
STATEMENT? HOW IS THIS RELATED TO LEGAL AND JUDICIAL ETHICS?

"Trial by publicity" refers to a situation where individuals are publicly accused or condemned through
media or internet platforms, before they have had an opportunity to defend themselves in a court of
law. This phenomenon can be seen as a form of "internet justice" where individuals take it upon
themselves to act as judge, jury, and executioner.

Problem areas in legal ethics that arise from this phenomenon include:

Prejudice: The public nature of these accusations can lead to widespread prejudice, potentially
impacting a defendant's ability to receive a fair trial.

Due process: The lack of a formal legal process raises questions about the rights of the accused and
the fairness of the "trial."
Burden of proof: In many cases, the evidence presented to support the accusations is not subject to
the same level of scrutiny as in a legal proceeding, raising questions about the reliability of the
evidence and the accuracy of the accusations.

Privacy: Accusations made in public forums can violate the privacy of the accused, potentially causing
harm to their reputation and future prospects.

Responsibility: The internet allows for anonymous or pseudonymous speech, making it difficult to hold
individuals accountable for false or defamatory statements. These issues highlight the importance of
maintaining ethical standards in the practice of law and the need for a robust system of due process to
protect the rights of all parties involved. The group want to lay down facts about the ethical standards
of lawyers doing such act , examples are lawyers in raffy tulfo in action.

TOPIC 2 : lawyer-blogging, does it constitute improper advertising problem? THIS IS OK BUT

IMPROVE THE STATEMENT OF THE PROBLEM. THIS IS ALSO THE TOPIC OF THE CGL GROUP

Lawyer-blogging, or the practice of lawyers using blogging as a means of promoting their legal
services, can raise ethical concerns related to advertising.

Problem areas in legal ethics that arise from lawyer-blogging include:

Misrepresentation: Blogging can be used to make false or misleading claims about a lawyer's
qualifications, experience, or results, which is prohibited under legal ethics rules.

Confidentiality: Blogging can also raise concerns about confidentiality and the protection of client
information, as lawyers may inadvertently disclose privileged or confidential information in their posts.

Conflicts of Interest: Lawyer-blogging can create conflicts of interest if a lawyer is blogging about a
current client or case.

Solicitation: Blogging can be seen as a form of direct contact with potential clients, which can be
considered improper solicitation in some jurisdictions.

Topic 3 : E-lawyering: a new paradigm for a digital age THIS IS OK BUT IMPROVE THE
STATEMENT OF THE PROBLEM

E-lawyering, or the use of electronic means to provide legal services, is a growing trend in the legal
profession, reflecting the increasing use of technology in all aspects of society.
Problem areas in legal ethics that arise from e-lawyering include:

Confidentiality: Maintaining the confidentiality of client information is a key ethical duty for lawyers, and
the use of electronic means to provide legal services raises concerns about the security of client data.

Unauthorized Practice of Law: Some states or jurisdictions may have restrictions on the use of
technology by lawyers to provide legal services, which can raise questions about the legitimacy of
e-lawyering.

Competence: Lawyers have a duty to maintain their competence and knowledge of the law, and the
use of technology in legal practice may require additional training and resources.

Solicitation: E-lawyering can also raise concerns about the use of electronic means to solicit clients,
which may be considered improper in some jurisdictions.

Jurisdiction: The use of technology to provide legal services across borders raises questions about the
jurisdiction in which a lawyer is practicing and the applicability of different legal ethics rules.

PALE PILSEN EXTRA STRONG TEAM

In making our term paper, our group proposes to conduct research on one of the following topics.

TOPIC 1.
Rule 2.03. A lawyer shall not do or permit to be done any act designed to primarily solicit legal
business.

Nowadays, to advertise products and services is very easy due to existence of social media
applications. We have facebook, Youtube, Twitter etc.., and lot of lawyers have accounts on these
social media apps wherein they give advice or lectures or post comments on matters pertaining legal
issues and later on ask the audience to subscribe and share their pages or account to increase their
followers or subscribers. There are also instances where lawyers appear in TV shows to provide free
consultation or online consultation (e.g. Atty. Percida Acosta, Chief of PAO).

Do these lawyers violate any ethical rules particularly Rule 2.03? To what extent should the
context of their channels and post in social media should be considered as a violation hence
subject to discipline?THIS IS OK BUT IMPROVE THE STATEMENT OF THE PROBLEM
TOPIC 2
Rule 2.04. A lawyer shall not charge rates lower than those customarily prescribed unless the
circumstances so warrant.

Nowadays, due to rising cost of food and services, competition of lawyers to get clients is hard
especially for those new in the profession . A way to entice clients is of course to lower their fees
against their fellow lawyer competitors and sometimes gives a free service even if the client is not
indigent or a person who would have difficulty paying the fee usually charged for such services. Just
an observation among our localities, most clients go to lawyers who charges lower fees regardless of
their experience and expertise in the legal profession.

Should a standard fee be established for the rendering of legal services based on the
experience and expertise of a lawyer in the legal profession? THIS IS OK

TOPIC 3
Canon 1. A lawyer shall uphold the Constitution, obey the laws of the land and promote respect for law
and legal processes.

Lawyers are heavily involved in Politics. Many of them have taken many seats in the
government position and has Political Families/Dynasties who held the seats for a long time.
“Article II, Section 26 of the 1987 Constitution provides that "the state shall guarantee equal access to
opportunities for public service, and prohibit political dynasties as may be defined by law.”

Does (IS) the act (WHAT ACT?) of these lawyers contrary to Canon 1 of CPR? If yes, can they
be disciplined under CPR? (CHECK GRAMMAR)

PALEnggi Group

(1) Advertisement and Solicitation in the Guise of Vlogging: An Analysis

Brief Explanation: The Supreme Court of the Philippines prohibits attorneys to advertise or solicit their
legal services to the public as the law firms are required to be in their names. Hence, the term paper
seeks to determine whether there is a possibility of violating the rules on advertisement and solicitation
in the guise of vlogging in the Philippines. VAGUE. BE MORE SPECIFIC.

(2) Chat with a Lawyer: Its Impact and Possible Violations VAGUE. BE MORE SPECIFIC. ARE
YOU LIMITED TO CHATS? CHATS WHERE?

Brief Explanation: Some law firms are offering online consultations to assist its clients on legal matters.
The term paper therefore seeks to determine if there exist lawyer-client relationships through online
chats / consultations and whether there is a possibility of violating any provision in the Code of
Professional Responsibility.

(3) The Dilemma of tracing identity of perpetrators creating, maintaining and operating social
media accounts for the purpose of circumventing the law. HOW IS THIS EVEN RELATED TO
LEGAL AND JUDICIAL ETHICS?

Brief Explanation: Today’s information/digital age offers widespread use of social media. The use of
social media is ubiquitous and cuts across all age groups, social classes and cultures. However, the
increased use of these media is accompanied by privacy issues and ethical concerns. These privacy
issues can have far-reaching professional, personal and security implications. Ultimate privacy in the
social media domain is very difficult because these media are designed for sharing information.
Participating in social media requires persons to ignore some personal, privacy constraints resulting in
some vulnerability. The weak individual privacy safeguards in this space have resulted in unethical and
undesirable behaviors resulting in privacy and security breaches, especially for the most vulnerable
group of users. (Social Media Ethics, Privacy and Paradox by Nadine Barrett-Maitland and Jenice
Lynch). The only way to prove identity and location of perpetrators is through I.P. Address which can
be concealed and manipulated to appear that your location is somewhere else using varied IP
Addresses. The term paper seeks to determine the extent of proving the identity of perpetrator for fake
accounts.

(4) Same-sex dating among members of the bench and the bar: A review

Brief Explanation: This paper seeks to review whether or not there is an ethical breach if same sex
couples appear as opposing counsels on cases. It also seeks to discover if there would be an ethical
breach if a judge has a same sex lover appearing as counsel in his/her sala. It must be clarified,
however, that this only applies to members of the bar and bench who have no other impediments to
enter into such relationships. THIS IS ANSWERED BY THE CPR PROVISIONS ON CONFLICT OF
INTEREST. NOT A PROBLEM AREA. IF YOU WANT TO EXPLORE THIS, YOU CAN DISCUSS
WHY THIS INVOLVES CONFLICT OF INTEREST. YOU MAY CITE EXAMPLES OR EVEN
JURISPRUDENCE.

(5) The Relationship between Giving Legal Advice on-air and the Illegal Practice of Law: The
Case of RTIA Lawyers. RESTATE THE PROBLEM. MAKE IT MORE SPECIFIC. THIS MAY BE
RELATED TO ILLEGAL SOLICITATION & ADVERTISING

Brief Explanation: At times, lawyers are seen to be appearing on the show of Tulfo which aims to help
the marginalized group who are alleged victims. They are commenting and giving legal advice based
on the narrations of the victims which draws negative comments against the alleged perpetrator.
Would the acts therefore constitute a trial by publicity and would the lawyer involved can be
considered an agent of such?

TEAM SEXBOMB

Topic 1: Lawyers giving legal advice and advertising their services on social media or TV/radio
program. RESTATE THE PROBLEM. MAKE IT MORE SPECIFIC.

There are legal figures/personalities providing legal views and expertise on television and
social networks. They share their experiences in the legal field in order to educate the public on
matters relating to laws. In so doing, they are in essence boosting their reputations. So the question
would now be, are they indirectly advertising their practice?

Topic 2: The impact on legal profession in the development and use of artificial intelligence (AI)
in the practice of law. RESTATE THE PROBLEM.

Nearly every business and profession is being significantly impacted by Artificial Intelligence
(AI), and the legal profession is not exempted. AI is already being used to examine contracts, uncover
pertinent documents during the discovery phase, and carry out legal research.

Recently, AI has started to be applied to contract drafting, legal outcome prediction, and even
judicial recommendations for sentencing or bail. In the US, it was reported an AI-powered legal
assistant set to advise a defendant in court. In the near future, AI is more likely to replace lawyers
rather than support them, which will undoubtedly raise ethical concerns as well as create havoc in the
legal profession.

Topic 3: A study of ethical challenges faced by lawyers in representing clients in human rights
cases in the Philippines.

The number and intensity of attacks against lawyers have increased significantly. Some were
being harassed and intimidated. They are subjected to (death) threats, surveillance, labeling, and
other forms of attacks. In most cases, the killings and attacks took place as a result of discharging
their professional duties or are believed to be otherwise work-related. Lawyers who participate in
public discussions about human rights issues or who provide legal representation in high-profile cases
that have an impact on established interests also faced reprisals.

With the issue presented, will lawyers be administratively liable if they decline cases that will
pose threats to their lives? - THIS MAY BE THE PROPER TITLE BUT YOUR RESEARCH WOULD
BE VERY LIMITED IN SCOPE.

TEAM GRAY AREAS

1. ETHICAL ASPECT OF SOCIAL MEDIA PRESENCE VIS-A-VIS THE EXTENT OF WHAT

‘RESPONSIBLE USE’ MEANS FOR MEMBERS OF THE LEGAL PROFESSION” I DONT REALLY
UNDERSTAND THE PROBLEM. THE TOPIC IS VAGUE. SO WHAT DO YOU WANT TO KNOW?

The topic primarily anchors on the timeliness of the idea of researching, writing about, and
having a discussion of what is ethical and what is not when it comes to use of social media by
members of the legal profession in this time of social media. Social media is a platform by which
people build or join communities to interact to or even communicate with people they know in real life.
On the other hand, legal ethics is a standard by which lawyers uphold the dignity of the legal
profession. Hence, the matter of concern lies in the thin line as to which acts and when can an act
within the realm of social media interactions become unethical or not; whether all acts that pertain to
‘responsible use’ may be considered within the standards of legal ethics; or whether these matters can
even absolutely co-exist without leaving a gray area or a matter of concern for members of the legal
profession and the dignity they must uphold.

This topic is also proposed in view of the recently decided disbarment case of a lawyer whose
violation rooted from a Facebook post of him regarding a complaint he filed, and the Proposed Code
of Professional Responsibility and Accountability which includes provisions on the responsible use of
social media, specifically on the upholding of the dignity of the legal profession in “all social media
interactions”.

2. IMPLICATIONS OF POLITICS AND SOCIAL RELATIONS TO THE PRACTICE OF LAW I

DONT REALLY UNDERSTAND THE PROBLEM. THE TOPIC IS VAGUE. SO WHAT DO YOU
WANT TO KNOW?

It is the goal of our legal system to provide justice, equality and equity. However, it must be
noted that there are various factors which continue to influence our legal system. People of influence
often associate themselves with lawyers and such association creates connections that somehow
affect the administration of this goal. It is not illegal but ethically wrong as this may deprive another
party of their rights. These social relations are already embedded in our culture and thus there is a
need to reconcile this with the goal of our legal system.

3. CONFLICT ON RELIGIOUS BELIEFS AND ETHICAL STANDARDS OF LAWYERS I DONT

REALLY UNDERSTAND THE PROBLEM. THE TOPIC IS VAGUE. SO WHAT DO YOU WANT TO
KNOW?

There is an argument presented by Lesli Griffins in which she said that religion critics legal
ethics while religion and theology cannot alter the nature of the law. Arguably, there is an interplay
between religion and ethics, theology and ethics and religion and the law. While it is true that religion
is a separate from that of the law, it is still important contributor of legal ethics. In their legal practice,
lawyers are often caught up between their religious beliefs and responsibilities as lawyers. Their
beliefs are sometimes intertwined with their judgement and conscience. Legal ethics focuses on
lawyer’s professional standard through adopted code or rules while religious belief offers a different
purview. Hence, there is recurring question in professional responsibility whether the legal profession`s
own standard is adequate for a professional ethics or whether they need to be supplemented by
non-legal perspective.

It can be anticipated that a conduct of a religious lawyer will be influenced by their religious or
moral commitments not just the moral guidelines set by the code of professional responsibility. In
addressing this gap, and in order for lawyers to understand the role of religion in their profession, they
are forced to confront their religious beliefs and legal obligations and seeks to reconcile the two. It
could happen for example if a lawyer refused to render legal service on the ground of religious belief,
a lawyer who discloses confidential information because of religious convictions, a judge forcing his
staff to recite a prayer or a judge refusing to hear cases on a certain day.

Clearly, some of the examples cited above are considered gray area in legal ethics due to its
complexity. Rule 2.01 of Canon 2 explicitly declares that A lawyer shall not reject, except for valid
reasons, the cause of the defenseless or the oppressed. Now the question rests as to whether
religious belief is an exception and a valid reason contemplated in the law. Hence, the group endears
to explore the plurality of law when confronted by religious belief of an officer of the court.

“TEAM GO GO GO”

PROPOSED TOPIC OF TERM PAPER # 1:

“WILL ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE PUT LAWYERS OUT OF BUSINESS”? WHY THIS
TOPIC ON PUTTING LAWYERS OUT OF BUSINESS? YOU'RE SUPPOSED TO FOCUS ON
ETHICS, NOT ON LAWYERING AS A BUSINESS BECAUSE LAWYERING IS NOT REALLY A
BUSINESS.

- There was a report that came out entitled” Robot Lawyer” to present arguments in world’s first
AI- defended legal trial in February. It is said that an AI will argue the first legal case ever in a court of
law in February this year, in a case about a speeding ticket. The defendant will have an iPhone and an
earpiece where the AI will provide the user with the appropriate responses to arguments during the
hearing. The court’s location and defendant’s name was not disclosed to ensure a controlled
environment for the experiment the report added. This is a clear question of Chapter IV (The Lawyer
and the Client) of CODE OF PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITY, which questions the representation
of lawyers with his clients.

PROPOSED TOPIC OF TERM PAPER # 2:

“OFFERING LEGAL ADVICES THROUGH DIFFERENT SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS,
LEADING TO PROMOTION OF AVAILABILITY OF LEGAL SERVICES OF A LAWYER, AN
ETHICAL OR UNETHICAL DILEMMA?” VAGUE. STATE THE PROBLEM CLEARLY.

- With the advent of today’s technology, people tends to do things and transact through
different social media or any online platforms, even availing the advices of a lawyer. However, based
on “Canon 2, Rule 2.03 - A lawyer shall not do or permit to be done any act designed primarily to
solicit legal business” of the Code of Professional Responsibility, a lawyer shall not openly advertise
his legal services to the public, which in this case, the public tends to avail more of the services of a
lawyer who is famously known in different social media and online platforms.

PROPOSED TOPIC OF TERM PAPER # 3 & # 4:

“MAY A LAWYER PAY A REFERRAL FEE TO ANYONE WHO REFERRED HIS/HER
SERVICES?” - THIS IS PLAIN AND SIMPLE ILLEGAL SOLICITATION.
“IS THE ACT OF PROMOTING AND SELLING OTHER BUSINESSES (LIKE WHAT?) IN
THE LAW OFFICE BE CONSIDERED AS UNETHICAL PRACTICE OF LAW?”
VERY LIMITED IN SCOPE.

- Lawyers tend to promote and sell other businesses aside from offering legal services in their
Law Offices. Based on “Canon 2, Rule 2.03 - A lawyer shall not do or permit to be done any act
designed primarily to solicit legal business.”

CGL GROUP 
1. Lawyering and vlogging. Does vlogging (video blog) of legal advice constitute advertising? If
so, does it constitute improper advertising? THIS IS ALSO THE TOPIC OF TEAM N JERRY. THIS
IS OK BUT ONLY ONE GROUP SHOULD DISCUSS THIS.

It is important to note that the act of advertising one’s own talents and skills is being frowned
upon and prohibited according to the Code of Professional Responsibility. This is under the belief that
the practice of law is a profession and not a business. Many lawyers creating contents on YouTube
about law, their rights or the do`s and don’ts about a trial. Does it violate the advertising rule of the
Professional Code of conduct?

2. Ethical dilemmas of corporate counsels — should a lawyer in all respects uphold the
integrity of his client or should he assist in the administration of justice as required by the
Courts. NOT A PROBLEM AREA. ALL PHIL-LICENSED LAWYERS, REGARDLESS OF THEIR
PLACE OR NATURE OF WORK, ARE GOVERNED BY THE CPR.

Corporate lawyers frequently struggle with deciding whether to remain loyal to their employers
or to uphold their professional obligation to act morally at all times. It is undeniable that there is a
significant discrepancy that creates a conflict between a corporate lawyer's need to fulfill his
obligations and his persona of upholding company loyalty. To address the moral conundrums faced by
a corporate counsel, this study question is posed.

3. Private Practice of Government Lawyers: Supervision of Usage of Government Resources in

Private Practice. NOT A PROBLEM AREA. THE CPR AND LOCAL GOVT CODE ANSWER THIS.

Is it a form of corruption for government lawyers to engage in private practice and use
government resources to defend clients, given that they use government assets to defend private
individuals outside the scope and functions of their offices?

4. A Judge's attendance at social events, bar association gatherings, civic and charitable
functions, and as well as political gatherings. VAGUE. RESTATE THE PROBLEM.

The code of judicial conduct permits lawyers to participate in the aforementioned activities;
however, are we certain that their participation does not interfere with the performance of their judicial
duties, as expressly prohibited by the code.

5. A Judge's membership to fraternal organizations, sororities, social clubs, alumni

associations and civic organizations.
 It is true that a Judge may be a member of organizations as stated in Canon 4 Section 12 of
the New Judicial Conduct Code. However, what if the fraternal organizations joined by the judge is not
connected to their interest, for example a brotherhood like Tau Gama or Mason. Would it interfere the
performance of the Judge? THIS IS ANSWERED BY THE CODE OF JUDICIAL CONDUCT
PARTICULARLY ON THE PROVISION ON INHIBITIONS & DISQUALIFICATIONS OF JUDGES

Suprema Miriam Defensores Group

PROPOSED TOPICS FOR TERM PAPER

1) The posted tweet of a law professor. "I always tell my students 'quite bluntly' that if
they like they will end up like Gadon, Panelo or Roque when they become lawyers to do the
legal profession and the Philippine society in favor and tell me. I'd gladly fail them".
By: Atty. Ryan Quan, February2022

Was the behavior of the professor not biased towards freedom on political beliefs? WHY
FOCUS ONLY ON THAT STATEMENT? I SUGGEST THAT YOU EXPAND THE COVERAGE OF
YOUR TOPIC.

2) There is a Facebook page for lawyers (Musta Atty) which promotes the Tiktok contest.
Some lawyers portray lewd resemblance on their videos by wearing inappropriate dress and
performs crazy dance that would probably be misled by the public and bring malicious
imputation to the Legal profession.

Was it reasonable to be tolerated? WHAT IS THE PROBLEM STATEMENT?

3) Posting of decided cases by a lawyer in social media by Advertising his services to

the public as a competent lawyer for possible clients. WHAT IS THE PROBLEM STATEMENT?

Was it reasonable to be tolerated?