STLAF Gives Back Through “Kwentuhan sa Anawim”
Last August 3, members of Sadsad Tamesis Legal and Accountancy Firm (STLAF) spent the day at Anawim, sitting down with the lolos and lolas of the community for an afternoon of “Kwentuhan sa Anawim.”
Last August 3, members of Sadsad Tamesis Legal and Accountancy Firm (STLAF) spent the day at Anawim, sitting down with the lolos and lolas of the community for an afternoon of “Kwentuhan sa Anawim.”
Sadsad Tamesis Legal and Accountancy Firm (STLAF) was honored to send a representative to the Kyiv-Manila Strategic Dialogue, hosted by Ateneo de Manila University last July 24.
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Sadsad Tamesis Legal and Accountancy Firm (STLAF) is proud to share that Atty. Kathrina Mishael Sadsad was invited to speak at QC MSME Week 2026, held last July 8 at Gateway Mall 2, as part of the session “Mastering the Business Pitch: Tips for Success.”
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Sadsad Tamesis Legal and Accountancy Firm (STLAF) is honored to be recognized by Legal 500 as one of the Firms in the Spotlight, a distinction that highlights firms making a notable mark within the legal industry.
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Members of the Sadsad Tamesis Legal and Accountancy Firm (STLAF) leadership team traveled to Singapore for the firm’s Annual Leadership Training, held from July 9 to 11.
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The entire STLAF family congratulates Atty. Adora on this well-deserved milestone. We are proud to see his hard work and commitment recognized in this way, and we look forward to his continued leadership and contributions as he takes on greater responsibilities within the firm. Here’s to many more achievements ahead, Atty. Adora — we are excited to see the impact you will continue to make.
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Investment fraud is one of the oldest cons, but technology now makes it easier than ever to look legitimate. Scammers use spoofed platforms, AI-generated identities, and fabricated testimonials to build trust—often revealing their true nature only when victims try to withdraw funds. With NBI operations uncovering scam networks in the Philippines and global losses topping US$1.03 trillion, knowing how to verify an investment before committing has never mattered more.
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Republic Act No. 11642 made domestic adoption in the Philippines faster and more accessible by shifting it to an administrative process, although key procedures such as case studies, matching, petition filing, and evaluations remain necessary to safeguard the child’s best interests. Delays may still occur due to documentary requirements, assessments, and processing times, but these measures ensure that both the child and prospective adoptive parents are thoroughly evaluated. Applicants can help expedite the process by submitting complete requirements, responding promptly to requests, and seeking legal assistance to ensure compliance with procedural requirements.
In this case, the heirs of a registered landowner sought to recover possession of a property occupied by their relatives, who claimed they had purchased the land decades earlier through an oral agreement with the deceased owner. Although no written deed of sale existed, the buyers had long possessed and cultivated the property and presented tax declarations and receipts showing payment of taxes over the years. The Supreme Court ruled that while the Civil Code requires sales of real property to be in writing for enforceability, an oral sale that has already been partially or fully executed may still be considered valid and binding. The Court emphasized that delivery of the property and continued possession are strong indicators that the sale had been consummated.
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In this case, a Regional Trial Court judge confronted a PAO lawyer who briefly parked near a PWD access ramp inside the Justice Hall of Marikina. Although the lawyer repeatedly apologized, the judge publicly berated him using harsh and demeaning language, later proceeding to the PAO office to continue his tirade in front of witnesses. While the Supreme Court recognized that the judge’s concern for maintaining order and accessibility within court premises was legitimate, it held that his manner of enforcement was improper and disproportionate. The Court ultimately admonished the judge, reminding members of the judiciary that they must always exercise courtesy, restraint, and conduct consistent with the dignity of judicial office.