30 April 2025
Amicus Curiae
“Neither are your ways my ways”: Pregnancy and immorality in the workplace
Should a teacher working for a Christian educational institution be disciplined for engaging in a pre-marital relationship with her boyfriend that led to her pregnancy?
23 April 2025
Amicus Curiae
Local Government Units Share in Foreign Investments
The Constitution requires Government to promote the preferential use and adopt measures to enhance the competitiveness of Filipino labor, domestic materials and locally produced goods.
10 April 2025
Amicus Curiae
Unsolicited Proposals: Driving Innovation and Growth in Public-Private Partnerships
In the past decades, Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) have been considered as a catalyst for driving and pushing the ends of traditional constraints long plaguing infrastructure development, especially in developing countries.
26 March 2025
Amicus Curiae
From Paper to PDF: The Digital Shift in Philippine Notarization
In today’s tech-driven world — from remote work to electronic court filings — it was only a matter of time before notarization followed suit. On 4 February 2025, the Supreme Court promulgated A.M. No. 24-10-14-SC, also known as the Rules on Electronic Notarization (“Rules”), a long-anticipated innovation that institutionalizes the process of notarizing electronic documents in the Philippines.
19 March 2025
Amicus Curiae
Enhancing the Philippine Tourism Experience: VAT Refunds for Foreign Tourists
The Philippines has long been regarded as a premier tropical destination for foreign tourists from around the world. From the pristine white sands of Boracay and the world-class surfing waves of Siargao, to the vibrant streets of Metro Manila and Cebu, the country offers a diverse range of attractions that cater to all types of travelers.
26 February 2025
Amicus Curiae
New Rules on the Issuance of Alien Employment Permits to Foreign Nationals in the Philippines
The Philippines has long upheld a policy of promoting full employment and the preferential use of Filipino labor. To support this goal, the State regulates the employment of foreign workers through the issuance of the Alien Employment Permit (“AEP”) after strict compliance with the requirements of the law.