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
#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
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
San Beda Law welcomes over 600 freshmen for AY 2026-2027
By Ella Isabel R. Abad Photos by Ellie Oblepias, John Rolan Valencia, Romella Lorraine Kirong, Elysha Enki Pavo Manzano | thebarrister Over 600 incoming first-year law students participated in the inaugural Freshmen Orientation Week of the San Beda University-College of Law (SBU-COL), hosted by the Student Affairs Society (SAS), from July 13 to 16 at … Continue reading San Beda Law welcomes over 600 freshmen for AY 2026-2027
Commissioner Charlito Mendoza: At the Helm of Public Trust
Commissioner Charlito Mendoza: At the Helm of Public Trust The Bureau of Internal Revenue has long stood as one of the most scrutinized offices – one in which every decision carried the weight of public trust. As the agency tasked with the lifeblood of the State, it exists at the intersection of power and criticism, placing insurmountable pressure on those chosen to lead it.