CML Platon Law Office

15/05/2026

⚠️ URGENT NOTICE FROM THE IBP NATIONAL OFFICE ⚠️

The Integrated Bar of the Philippines (IBP) reminds the public to always verify the credentials of anyone claiming to provide legal services or representing themselves as connected to any court or government agency.

We are officially warning the public regarding an individual using the name "Atty. Allyssa Ann Nordstrome Agustin." Please be informed that this individual is NOT authorized by, employed at, or affiliated with the government and legal offices she claims a connection to.

Protect yourself from unauthorized legal transactions and misrepresentation. Before paying any fees or sharing case details, it is your right to:
✅ Check the official Supreme Court Roll of Attorneys.
✅ Demand to see their Roll Number, IBP Number, and current MCLE compliance.
✅ Contact our National Office or your local IBP Chapter to confirm their standing.

Do not fall victim to individuals refusing to show proper identification. Report suspicious transactions and preserve your evidence.

Contact the IBP to verify legal credentials today:
📞 Helpdesk: 8634-4696 / 8634-4697
📱 Viber: 0919-095-5859
📧 Email: [email protected]

Mag-ingat. Mag-verify. Huwag basta magtiwala sa nagpapakilalang abogado. ⚖️

22/04/2026

14/04/2026

𝗔𝗡𝗡𝗨𝗔𝗟 𝗜𝗡𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗘 𝗧𝗔𝗫 𝗥𝗘𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗡 𝗗𝗘𝗔𝗗𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗘 𝗠𝗢𝗩𝗘𝗗 𝗧𝗢 𝗠𝗔𝗬 𝟭𝟱, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲

The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) has issued Revenue Memorandum Circular No. 30-2026, extending the deadline to May 15, 2026 for the filing of 2025 Annual Income Tax Returns, payment of the corresponding taxes due thereon, and submission of required attachments.

“In line with the directive of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., this extension is meant to make tax compliance easier for taxpayers at a time when many are managing added strain from the ongoing energy crisis,” Commissioner Charlito Martin R. Mendoza said.

Taxpayers may file through the BIR’s electronic filing platforms and pay electronically through available payment platforms, or manually through the nearest Authorized Agent Banks.

RMC No. 30-2026: https://tinyurl.com/RMC302026

06/04/2026

SC suspended a lawyer for notarizing the "KASUNDUAN NG PAGHIHIWALAY" |

The Supreme Court suspended a lawyer for preparing and notarizing a document that purported to dissolve a marriage, stressing that such acts violate legal ethics and public policy.

In A.C. No. 9081 (October 12, 2011), the Court found Atty. Julieta A. Omaña liable for violating Rule 1.01, Canon 1 of the Code of Professional Responsibility.

Spouses Rodolfo Espinosa and Elena Marantal sought legal advice on separation. Respondent prepared and notarized a “Kasunduan ng Paghihiwalay,” [see the full text in the comment ] which allowed them to separate, divide custody, and treat future properties as separate. The parties implemented the agreement believing it to be valid.

Respondent denied preparing the document and claimed it was notarized without her authority. The Integrated Bar of the Philippines rejected her defense and found her responsible.

The Court held that the agreement is void, reiterating that marriage and conjugal partnership cannot be dissolved extrajudicially. It emphasized that a lawyer must not facilitate such arrangements and that a notary public is personally accountable for notarized documents.
The Court stressed that respondent knew the agreement had “no legal effect and is against public policy,” yet still prepared and notarized it.

Preparing or notarizing a document that purports to dissolve a marriage extrajudicially constitutes unlawful and unethical conduct under Rule 1.01, Canon 1 of the Code of Professional Responsibility.

"[a] lawyer shall not engage in unlawful..conduct." the Decision reads.

Respondent was suspended from the practice of law for one (1) year. Her notarial commission was revoked, and she was suspended as notary public for two (2) years.
[A.C. No. 9081, Espinosa v. Omaña, October 12, 2011, Second Division, per Carpio, J.]

26/03/2026

Time for prayer and reflection 🙏

Please be advised of our office schedule this Holy Week.

15/03/2026

Inihayag ng IBP-Batangas Chapter na magiging valid ang deed of sale at maging valid din ang deed of donation ng isang property kung ito ay notaryado.

Ayon kay Atty. Joel Atienza, sa bentahan ng ari-arian ay karaniwang may kasulatan na tinatawag na deed of absolute sale.

Samantala, sa donation naman ay maaaring gawin sa pamamagitan ng donation inter vivos o donation mortis causa.

Aniya pa, kung sulat-kamay lamang ang kasunduan, maaari itong maging valid sa pagitan ng dalawang partido ngunit kinakailangan pa ring ma-notarize ang deed of sale o deed of donation upang mailipat nang pormal ang pagmamay-ari ng property.

24/02/2026

Office Announcement 📣

27/10/2025

22/10/2025

Paalala mula sa IBP: Protektahan ang sarili laban sa pekeng abogado.

Verify before you trust.

18/07/2025

15/07/2025

The Supreme Court has annulled the marriage of a woman whose husband hid his homosexuality, ruling that hiding one's homosexuality in marriage may be a ground for annulment.

Read more:
https://www.gmanetwork.com/news/topstories/nation/952598/sc-hiding-homosexuality-spouse-fraud-ground-for-annulment/story/