Power, Politics and the Chief Justice: Zalameda is 28th Supreme Court Chief Justice

Written by Ryan Julianne Monzon, Aasta Varela, and Ridwan Anam Throughout history, the Supreme Court’s leadership succession has been marred by contentious disputes and controversies. Today, Supreme Court Associate Justice Rodil V. Zalameda’s assumption as the 28th Chief Justice has likewise become a subject of discourse, further thrusting the transition into questions over mechanisms that … Continue reading Power, Politics and the Chief Justice: Zalameda is 28th Supreme Court Chief Justice

thebarrister Archives: THE CLASS VALEDICTORIAN:THE BEDAN EMPRESS

Written by Maria Erica L. Dela Cruz and Lois Danielle P. Dimaano Czarina Maybellyne V. Pacis Valedictorian Judge Agustin P. Montesa Memorial Award (Most Outstanding Law Graduate) Justice Florenz D. Regalado Memorial Award Dean's Award Perhaps befitting, the word "Czarina" literally means empress. Leading this year's graduating class is Czarina Maybellyne V. Pacis, known a … Continue reading thebarrister Archives: THE CLASS VALEDICTORIAN:THE BEDAN EMPRESS

#AweSAMbar2026 Sets Record with 12,010 Examinees; Results Out in January

Written by Ella Isabel Abad, Ryan Julianne Monzon, and Karmela MelgarejoMANILA – The 2026 Bar Examinations, chaired by Associate Justice Samuel H. Gaerlan, concluded its three-day run on September 13, with a historic record of 12,010 examinees returning for the final day. This maintained a 99.9% examination returnee rate despite the heavy downpour of rain … Continue reading #AweSAMbar2026 Sets Record with 12,010 Examinees; Results Out in January