Rene A.V. Saguisag Legal Aid Center

25/09/2026

LEGAL AID CONSULTATION AND COMMUNITY TALK ON THE CYBERCRIME PREVENTION ACT OF 2012

On September 20, 2026, the Rene A.V. Saguisag Legal Aid Center (RAVSLAC), in partnership with the Shrine of the Five Wounds of Our Lord Jesus Christ, conducted a free legal aid consultation and community talk on Republic Act No. 10175, or the “Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012.”

Held at the Shrine of the Five Wounds of Our Lord Jesus Christ in Las Piñas, the activity aimed to provide accessible legal assistance and raise community awareness on cybercrime, prohibited acts under the law, the rights and responsibilities of technology users, and measures to help protect individuals from crimes committed in cyberspace.

The program also sought to promote a safer, more informed, and responsible digital community by helping participants better understand their rights and obligations under the law.

The activity was spearheaded by RAVSLAC’s Group 3 consisting of, consisting of Secretary Rocheanne Bonggat, Assistant Case Manager Nicole Margarette R. Morada, Team Leader John Meliton M. Mata, Assitant Team Leader Alexandra Justine A. Book, Andrea D. Delos Reyes, Trixia Jasmin Angeline Encarnacion, Ezralyne O. Amparo, Darryl Paul G. Catalan, Carmela Elaine V. Masakayan, Mae Joy A. Marasigan, Johnard Rey Mauleon Amante, Liana Grace Villones Pastoral, Froilan Andrei B. Tiamzon, Jessa R. Pitallano, Ramsie Legaspi, Francia Marie M. Dimaculangan, Charles Emmanuel A. Palma Gil, Ann Lorraine N. Banzuelo, Rain Joanne C. Villareal, Ma. Joanna Carmela L. Andes, and Christian S. Orillosa, whose collective efforts contributed to the successful conduct of the activity.

The legal aid consultation was conducted under the guidance and supervision of Atty. Rochelle Anne M. Luna, Atty. Christian Robert G. Yalung, Atty. Dante Castillo, Atty. Cris Anonuevo, Atty. Mmyline Manes, and Atty. Franz Dela Cruz, who provided legal guidance and support throughout the consultation.

Through projects such as this, the Rene A.V. Saguisag Legal Aid Center continues to uphold its mission of extending accessible legal assistance, promoting legal education, and fostering greater community awareness of the law for the least, the lost, and the last.

Lex. Actum. Caritas.

25/09/2026

23/09/2026

RAVSLAC CONDUCTS COURTESY MEETING WITH LIPA CITY LGU

On 21 September 2026, the SBCA Rene A.V. Saguisag Legal Aid Center (RAVSLAC) conducted a Courtesy Meeting with the Lipa City Local Government Unit (LGU) in preparation for the free legal aid consultation and community talk scheduled for 11 October 2026.

President Mier Dela Cruz presented RAVSLAC’s plans and proposed activities for the upcoming legal aid outreach to Mayor Eric B. Africa, Vice Mayor Michael Gerard “Mikee” T. Morada, and Councilor Mark Aries “Makmak” T. Luancing (MakMak Luancing), who warmly welcomed the RAVSLAC officers and members.

This partnership was made possible through the efforts of Vice President for External Affairs Tracy Doroteo and Member Sarah Tan, whose coordination helped facilitate the collaboration between RAVSLAC and the Lipa City LGU. Supervising Lawyer Atty. Danneth Gian P. Lat-Amparo was also present during the meeting and provided guidance and support to the RAVSLAC delegation throughout the engagement.

Also in attendance and assisting during the courtesy meeting were Secretary Rocheanne Bonggat, Assistant Case Manager Claudine Gabur, Team Relations Officer Joymee Baga, Cheyanne Arguelles, Maibelle Calites, Johanna Bandong, Mary Beatrice Nicolas, and Maria Cristina Cruz-Caymo.

RAVSLAC looks forward to working alongside the Lipa City LGU in bringing accessible legal assistance and meaningful legal education closer to the community.

Lex. Actum. Caritas. ⚖️

Photos: Andre Lim from The Red Chronicles

16/09/2026

LIBRENG SERBISYONG LEGAL AT TALAKAYAN SA KOMUNIDAD TUNGKOL SA "CYBERCRIME PREVENTION ACT OF 2012, R.A. NO. 10175"

Bilang bahagi ng patuloy na paglilingkod sa komunidad, inaanyayahan ng Rene A.V. Saguisag Legal Aid Center (RAVSLAC), katuwang ang 'Shrine of the Five Wounds of Our Lord Jesus Christ', ang lahat na makiisa sa isang Libreng Serbisyong Legal at Talakayan sa Komunidad tungkol sa Republic Act No. 10175, o ang “Cybercrime Prevention Act of 2012.”

Layunin ng programang ito na magbigay ng libreng serbisyong legal at kaalaman sa komunidad tungkol sa iba’t ibang uri ng cybercrime, mga ipinagbabawal na gawain sa ilalim ng batas, mga karapatan at pananagutan ng mga gumagamit ng teknolohiya, at mga hakbang upang maprotektahan ang sarili laban sa mga krimeng nagaganap sa cyberspace.

Sa pamamagitan ng talakayang ito, hangad ng RAVSLAC na makatulong sa paghubog ng isang mas ligtas, mapanuri, at responsableng digital community sa pamamagitan ng pagpapalawak ng kaalaman ng bawat isa tungkol sa kanilang mga karapatan at obligasyon sa ilalim ng batas.

📍 September 20, 2026
🕘 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
📍Shrine of the Five Wounds of Our Lord Jesus Christ
365 C Leonardo 1st St, Las Piñas

Makibahagi at matuto — sama-sama nating palakasin ang kaalaman sa batas para sa isang ligtas at maayos na komunidad. ⚖️

Lex. Actum. Caritas

14/09/2026

CASE UPDATE: PRELIMINARY INVESTIGATION AT THE OFFICE OF THE CITY PROSECUTOR, PARAÑAQUE CITY

On 14 September 2026, the Rene A.V. Saguisag Legal Aid Center participated in a preliminary investigation at the Office of the City Prosecutor, Parañaque City, as part of its continuing legal assistance to a client.

Under the supervision of Supervising Lawyers Atty. Aron Menguito and Atty. Janelle Ivy N. Adalim, the preliminary investigation was attended by Case Manager Mark Angelo Cabillo, Team Relations Officer Joymee Baga, Assistant Team Leader Louie Matthew O. Uy, Member Reigniel K. Villegas, and Member Charles Alwin L. Mahinay, with the active participation of Team Leader Andrea Legaspi.

The team actively assisted the clients throughout the proceedings, ensuring that their rights were diligently protected and that they received steadfast support throughout the process.

We extend our sincere gratitude to Atty. Menguito and Atty. Adalim for their guidance and supervision, which continue to strengthen our commitment to delivering competent, compassionate, and service-oriented legal aid.

Lex. Actum. Caritas.

13/09/2026

RAVSLAC BRINGS LEGAL AID CLOSER TO THE COMMUNITY OF BARANGAY NIUGAN IN CABUYAO, LAGUNA

Today, 13 September 2026, the Rene A.V. Saguisag Legal Aid Center (RAVSLAC) conducted a free legal aid consultation and community talk on the Juvenile Justice and Welfare Act (Republic Act No. 9344), as amended by Republic Act No. 10630, in partnership with Barangay Niugan Kapitan Mr. John Cyril Hain and Cabuyao City Councilor Mr. Jomm Alcabasa.

Through the initiative and with the supervision of President Mier Dela Cruz, External Vice President Tracy Doroteo, and Group 1 Team Leader Danzel Fernandez, the project was spearheaded by RAVSLAC’s Group 5 heads, consisting of Case Manager Mark Angelo Cabillo, Office Manager Eduardo Vinuya, Team Leader Andrea Mikaela B. Legaspi, and Assistant Team Leader Louie Matthew O. Uy.

The free legal aid consultation and community talk were conducted under the guidance and supervision of Supervising Lawyer Atty. Joshua Reed Lopez, whose invaluable time, expertise, and commitment greatly contributed to the success of the activity. His dedication to the Center’s mission continues to inspire our members to serve the community with competence, compassion, and integrity.

This event was made possible as well by the members of Group 5, consisting of Doreen Firaza, Garry A. Garcia, Reigniel K. Villegas, Henry Eduard L. De Vera, Freddie Jr. T. Esguerra, Miguel Kallos, Luis Antonio F. Andres, Joshua Kallos, Charles Alwin L. Mahinay, Edhesa Maria Emmanuelle S. Quilao, Michael Garong, Janessa Rose M. Simon, Laura Sophia T. Allan, Jose Gabriel San Buenaventura Cruz, Nicole Lei N. Cabalan, Maria Laika F. Varela, and Tristan Carl Leeroy G. Lambino, whose collective efforts, dedication, and active participation contributed to the successful conduct of the activity. Present also in the event are Assistant Case Manager Claudine Gabur, Secretary Rocheanne Bonggat, and Team Relations Officer Joymee Baga who took part in the legal consultations.

More than providing legal information, the project reflects RAVSLAC’s continuing commitment to bringing legal services closer to communities and making access to legal assistance more convenient, inclusive, and responsive to the needs of the people. By bringing legal aid directly into the community, RAVSLAC hopes to help bridge the distance between the people and the legal services available to them.

With the continued support of our partners, supervising lawyers, officers, members, interns, and volunteers, RAVSLAC remains committed to making the law more accessible to the people it serves — to the least, lost, and the last.

Lex. Actum. Caritas.

13/09/2026

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐚𝐫 𝐄𝐱𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐨𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫. ⚖️

To our dear Bar takers, today marks the end of a journey filled with sacrifices, sleepless nights, prayers, perseverance, and unwavering determination.

You have given your all. You faced one of the greatest challenges of your lives with courage and grit, and we could not be prouder of each and every one of you.

You made it to the finish line.

Now, take a well-deserved rest. The waiting begins, but whatever comes next, remember that the entire Bedan community stands with you and celebrates the strength, faith, and dedication that brought you this far.

Congratulations, Bar takers! You finished bravely. You finished strong. May your prayers be answered and your dreams fulfilled.

𝑼𝒕 𝒊𝒏 𝒐𝒎𝒏𝒊𝒃𝒖𝒔 𝒈𝒍𝒐𝒓𝒊𝒇𝒊𝒄𝒆𝒕𝒖𝒓 𝑫𝒆𝒖𝒔! ⚖️

09/09/2026

LIBRENG SERBISYONG LEGAL AT TALAKAYAN SA KOMUNIDAD TUNGKOL SA "THE JUVENILE JUSTICE AND WELFARE ACT AS AMENDED"

Bilang patuloy na paglilingkod sa komunidad, inaanyayahan ng Rene A.V. Saguisag Legal Aid Center (RAVSLAC), katuwang ang Barangay Niugan, Cabuyao City, Laguna, ang lahat na makiisa sa isang Free Legal Aid and Community Talk tungkol sa Republic Act No. 9344, as amended, o ang "Juvenile Justice and Welfare Act of 2006."

Layunin ng programang ito na magbigay ng libreng serbisyong legal at dagdag na kaalaman sa mga miyembro ng komunidad tungkol sa mga karapatan, proteksyon, at mga prosesong nakapaloob sa batas para sa mga batang nasasangkot sa batas.

📍 September 13, 2026
🕘 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
📍Southville Niugan Court, Brgy. Niugan, Cabuyao, Laguna

Makibahagi at matuto — sama-sama nating palakasin ang kaalaman sa batas para sa isang ligtas at maayos na komunidad. ⚖️

Lex. Actum. Caritas.

04/09/2026

⚖️ TO OUR RAVSLAC 2026 BARRISTERS, GOOD LUCK!

As you take on the Bar on September 6, 9, and 13, 2026, may the cases you have handled, the people you have served, and the experiences you have gained through the Legal Aid Center guide and strengthen you every step of the way. May your hard work, courage, and heart for service carry you toward success.

We are proud of how far you have come, and we will be cheering you on as you take this next step in your journey. May you continue to uphold the law with courage and serve with compassion, always remembering the least, the lost, and the last among our fellow Filipinos.

We hope that one day, we will see you back at RAVSLAC—not just as our former barristers, but as supervising lawyers, guiding the next generation of Bedan law students in the same spirit of service. ❤️⚖️

Good luck, RAVSLAC 2026 Barristers! We believe in you!

Lex. Actum. Caritas.

02/09/2026

CASE UPDATE: HEARING AT MeTC BRANCH 77, PARAÑAQUE CITY

On 2 September 2026, the Rene A.V. Saguisag Legal Aid Center attended a hearing before the Metropolitan Trial Court of Parañaque City, Branch 77 for the reception of defense evidence.

Under the supervision of Supervising Lawyer Atty. Rodrick Martinez, the hearing was attended by Intern Mark Cohen Gatdula, Assistant Case Manager and Intern Laarmie Goce, Lauren Lopez, Aisea De Guzman, Case Manager Mark Cabillo, and Assistant Case Manager Claudine Gabur. Team Leader Ralph Joseph R. Tesorero and Assistant Team Leader Leanne Kay C. Novilla played an integral role in preparing and coordinating the group for the hearing.

The team actively assisted the client, ensuring that his rights were diligently protected and that he received steadfast support throughout the proceedings.

We extend our sincere gratitude to Atty. Rodrick Martinez for his guidance and mentorship, which continue to strengthen our commitment to delivering competent, compassionate, and service-oriented legal aid center.

Lex. Actum. Caritas.