Written by Jesse Edep While there are many qualities that we appreciate in judges across the gamut of judicial philosophy, there are few that are noticeable: mastery of the law and recognition of the limits of the judicial role. However, these qualities alone are not enough for anyone who would sit in our nation's appellate … Continue reading thebarrister Archives: Justice Samuel Gaerlan: It has been all about experience
San Beda College of Law Sends Off Class of 2026 to the Bar
By Mary Philline C. Rodriguez and Ryan Julianne L. Monzon The San Beda University College of Law (SBU-COL) celebrated its 83 Juris Doctor graduates in the Hooding and Recognition Ceremony on July 29 at Jonathan Sy Auditorium, followed by the Institutional Commencement Exercises at the Philippine International Convention Center (PICC) on July 30. Leading the … Continue reading San Beda College of Law Sends Off Class of 2026 to the Bar
Lighting New Paths: the New Faculty Members for Second Semester
There is inspiration in realizing that the newest faculty members for the second semester of academic year 2025-2026 were once regular students just like us – stayed in the same classrooms, dealt with the same anxiety during recitations, and faced the same uncertainties of the future.
Passing the Torch: SBU-COL Welcomes its New Professors
In the ever-evolving landscape of legal education, San Beda University College of Law (SBU-COL) stands at the crossroads of tradition and transformation. This year, the college welcomes a new roster of professors composed of distinguished judges and lawyers.
The Filipino Reality: Paying the Price 5,000 miles away from Middle East
When the Strait of Hormuz closed in early March 2026, the immediate problem for the Philippines was: How long will we last with our oil reserves? With a transport system that heavily relies on the immediate availability of diesel and gasoline in petrol stations, the more severe effects of the Hormuz crisis were looming. Data showed the Philippines could empty its oil reserves in only 60 days, much less compared to our Asian counterparts like Japan and South Korea.