Lanzona Law and Realty

12/08/2026

📌 OFFICE CLOSED DURING HOLIDAYS

Aug 14, Fri - Kadayawan (local holiday)
Aug 21, Fri - Ninoy Aquino Day
Aug 31, Mon - National Heroes Day

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*Mon to Fri - 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM
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03/07/2026

The (SC) has ruled that a husband and wife’s mutual desire to end their marriage, by itself, is not enough to prove collusion in a petition for declaration of nullity of marriage. A lack of objection is not the same as collusion.

In a Decision written by Associate Justice Maria Filomena D. Singh, the SC’s Third Division ruled that there was no collusion between the spouses in a petition to declare their marriage void. “Collusion” means that the spouses secretly agreed to fake or misrepresent facts in order to nullify their marriage.

The SC voided the marriage due to the husband’s psychological incapacity.

The wife filed the petition before the Regional Trial Court (RTC) alleging that her husband was unable to fulfill his marital duties because of continued physical, psychological, and economic abuse, which she said began even before their marriage.

When the husband did not file his answer to the petition, the RTC directed the Provincial Prosecutor to investigate possible collusion between the spouses. The Associate Provincial Prosecutor reported that there was no collusion.

During trial, the wife presented several witnesses while the husband presented none. He also did not oppose the petition.

Despite this, the RTC dismissed the case, ruling that the evidence did not sufficiently prove psychological incapacity.

The RTC pointed out that the husband’s father admitted discussing his testimony with his son, and that the husband was willing to have the marriage dissolved.

Explaining that collusion is a secret agreement to defraud or obtain something illegal, the SC noted that although the RTC observed suspicious circumstances, these did not clearly prove that the spouses conspired to fake grounds to nullify their marriage.

The SC emphasized that a mutual desire to end the marriage does not automatically mean collusion. A spouse’s agreement or lack of objection is not the same as a secret scheme to mislead the court.

Without proof that the spouses faked evidence or suppressed valid defenses, collusion cannot be established.

It added that the husband’s failure to file an answer or present evidence does not, by itself, prove collusion.

Read the full text of the Press Release at https://sc.judiciary.gov.ph/?p=168319.

Read the full text of the Decision at https://sc.judiciary.gov.ph/?p=165664.

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11/04/2026

For Sale 300 sqm-lot with an old building in Central Park Subdivision

Why this is a MUST-BUY:
- Commercial Frontage: Direct access to Cordillera Street—perfect for retail, offices, or a café!
- The "Ateneo" Factor: Just a stone's throw from Ateneo de Davao High School. Think: Student Dorms, Faculty Housing, or Study Hubs! 🎓
- Main Road Visibility: High foot traffic and constant vehicle flow.
- Blank Canvas: 300sqm of prime land ready for your vision (3 old structures for clearing).

Stop saving your money in the bank—invest it in a location that grows with Davao!

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03/04/2026

General Membership Meeting
CREBA - Chamber of Real Estate & Builders’ Assoc., Inc.
Davao City Chapter

“Sustainable Urban Growth: Integrating Transport Systems and Real Estate Development.”

With speakers from the -

1. Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH Region XI)

2. Davao City Police Office (DCPO)

3. City Transport and Traffic Management Office (CTTMO)

03/04/2026

Processing the transfer of land title registration with land use conversion (from agricultural to residential) at the Department of Agrarian Reform Regional Office No. IX, Davao City

11/03/2026

Davao City Assessor Engr. Jaime G. Adalin expounds on the "Relevant Laws in the Preparation of the Schedule of Market Values (Republic Act No. 12001)" during the Monthly General Membership Meeting of the Davao Board of Realtors Foundation, Inc.

27/02/2026

“DCPO acting chief Col. Mannan Muarip ### issued a stern warning to the public regarding land ownership.

“To our fellow citizens, if you do not own the land, let us reflect. Do not invest in improving land that isn’t yours because the time will come when it must be returned. Some cases involve land being sold to victims who are then surprised that there is already a demolition order,” Muarip added.”

A NEARLY 20-year legal battle over the Arroyo Compound in Barangay Matina Crossing reached its final chapter on Friday, Feb. 27, 2026, as authorities enforced a Supreme Court-mandated demolition of approximately 500 houses.

Full story link in the comments.

17/01/2026

To all interested Applicants:

Please check list of requirements below and e-mail at [email protected]. Interview of qualified applicants will start next week.

17/01/2026

Davao Appraisers
General Meeting

22/12/2025

To our valued Clients,

Kindly take note of our office schedule for this Christmas season:

Dec 24, Wed - Special Non-working Holiday -CLOSED
Dec 25, Thu - Christmas - CLOSED
Dec 26, Fri - By appointment
Dec 27, Sat - By appointment
Dec 28, Sun - CLOSED
Dec 29, Mon - By appointment
Dec 30, Tue - Rizal Day - CLOSED
Dec 31, Wed - Special Non-working Holiday - CLOSED

Jan 01, Thu - New Year's Day - CLOSED
Jan 02, Fri - By appointment
Jan 03, Sat - By appointment
Jan 04, Sun - CLOSED

*Regular office schedule starts on Monday, 05 January 2026:
Monday to Friday - 8AM to 5PM
Saturdays - 10AM to 5PM
Sundays and holidays - by appointment

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