TO keep abreast of the latest developments in the legal profession, lawyer-employees of the House of Representatives on Monday began the four-day Mandatory Continuing Legal Education (MCLE).
The subjects covered in the first day of the program include Criminal Procedures, Environmental Law and Rules of Civil Procedures.
Muntinlupa Regional Trial Court (RTC) Judge Gener Gito lectured on the “2019 Rules On Evidence As Applied in Criminal Cases” and the significant amendments of the Rules of Civil Procedure.
He covered lessons concerning evidence integrity and reliability, various types of documentary evidence and the Original Document Rule.
Gito offered insights into the essential aspects of the Rules of Civil Procedure, including motions, court documents and the procedural framework of civil litigation.
Atty. Galahad Richard Pe Benito, also an MCLE lecturer, delved into the repercussions of the country’s traffic crisis, highlighting its connection to Republic Act 8749, also known as the “Clean Air Act,” which he regarded as one of Congress’ most commendable legislative achievements.
Atty. Fina Bernadette dela Cuesta-Tantuico taught the Code of Professional Responsibility and Accountability, explaining that the role of modern lawyers has now expanded from advocates to peacemakers, from solicitors to specialists, and from counterparts to collaborators.
“Whereas, there have been significant developments in our laws and socio-economic life as a people, as well as rapid technological advancements around the world that have shaped the way lawyers interact with society, the legal profession, the courts, and their clients,” she said.
The HRep organized the MCLE in partnership with the Integrated Bar of the Philippine – Quezon City Chapter.
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