Abasa Law Office

24/12/2025

“For unto us a Child is born.” Wishing you and your family a blessed and joyful Christmas. 🎄

09/11/2025

03/09/2025

🎉 We’re Celebrating Our Anniversary with FREE ONSITE LEGAL CONSULTATIONS!🎉

As part of our anniversary celebration, we’re giving back to the community that has supported us.

📣 FREE LEGAL CONSULTATIONS
🗓️ September 10 & 12, 2025 (Wednesday & Friday)
🕘 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
📍 ABASA LAW OFFICE
2nd Floor (above Alfamart)
Lance Anton's Building
Capt. Ciriaco Nazareno St.
Naic, Cavite

Whether you have questions about family law, contracts, property, or other legal concerns, we’re here to help.

📝 Slots are limited. BOOK YOUR APPOINTMENT NOW!

To book an appointment, contact us at +63 966 664 1425 or at 046 481 5235, or send us a message on our page.

25/08/2025

𝐇𝐎𝐍𝐎𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐎𝐔𝐑 𝐇𝐄𝐑𝐎𝐄𝐒

Ngayong Araw ng mga Bayani, nagbibigay-pugay kami sa lahat ng Pilipinong nag-alay ng buhay, oras, at talino para sa kalayaan, katarungan, at dignidad ng ating bayan.

Nawa'y patuloy nating maging inspirasyon ang ating mga bayani, at patuloy natin silang kilalanin upang tayo din, sa ating simpleng paraan, ay maipagpatuloy ang mga aral na kanilang iniwan.

Tandaan natin na ang pagiging bayani ay hindi lamang nasusukat sa laban sa digmaan, kundi sa araw-araw na laban para sa tama at makatarungan.

Mabuhay ang Pilipinas!

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Our office is CLOSED today.
For urgent concerns, you may reach us at:

⚖️ ABASA LAW OFFICE
+63 46 481 5235
+63 966 664 1425
[email protected]

2nd Floor, Lance Anton’s Building (above Alfamart)
Capt. Ciriaco Nazareno St.
Naic, Cavite

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21/08/2025

Remembering and Honoring NINOY AQUINO.

Benigno “Ninoy” Aquino Jr. was not just a brilliant journalist and senator. He was a man who stood firmly for truth, justice, and democracy during one of the most turbulent times in Philippine history.

As a leading voice of the opposition against the Marcos dictatorship, Ninoy was imprisoned, exiled, and ultimately assassinated upon his return to the country in 1983. His death became a powerful catalyst for the People Power Revolution that restored democracy in the Philippines.

What makes Ninoy a hero is not just his sacrifice, but his unwavering belief that the rule of law, freedom of expression, and the voice of the people must always prevail.

Today, we commemorate Ninoy Aquino Day by reaffirming our commitment to uphold justice, defend human rights, and serve the Filipino people with integrity.

We encourage the younger generations to learn more about him, his life, and what he did for our country. And we, older generations, should NEVER FORGET.

“The Filipino is worth dying for.”
— Benigno S. Aquino Jr.

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Our law office is open today.

⚖️ ABASA LAW OFFICE
+63 46 481 5235
+63 966 664 1425
[email protected]

2nd Floor, Lance Anton’s Building (above Alfamart)
Capt. Ciriaco Nazareno St.
Naic, Cavite

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13/08/2025

📍 Welcome to our office! Here's a quick look around.

We are located at:
2nd Floor, Lance Anton's Building
Capt. Ciriaco Nazareno St.
Naic, Cavite, Philippines

You can find us on Waze or Google Maps! Simply search for 'Abasa Law Office'.

Services offered:
- legal consultation
- notarization of documents
- litigation
- drafting of documents and letters

If you have questions or need directions, please feel free to send us a message or contact us at +63 966 664 1425 or at [email protected].

30/07/2025

𝐁𝐮𝐲𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐲 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬? 𝐀 𝐁𝐔𝐘𝐄𝐑’𝐒 𝐆𝐔𝐈𝐃𝐄

Many real property buyers today find themselves in huge legal conflicts after they buy a property. They pay full price only to find out later that the property has many problems - either that the seller turns out to be not the sole owner, or that the property had already been sold to someone else, among others. And then they find themselves in court, having to spend even more money to get a lawyer, and being stressed out because of the land purchase.

Before closing any deal on land or a house, it is your RESPONSIBILITY as the BUYER to make sure you’ve done your LEGAL DUE DILIGENCE:

✅ Is the title clean and authentic?
✅ Are taxes updated and declared properly?
✅ Is the seller the rightful owner?
✅ Are there other people claiming the property?
✅ Are there zoning or land use restrictions?
✅ Any red flags like “rights only” or verbal agreements?

If something seems off, dig deeper or walk away. A few checks now can save you from legal headaches later.

DISCLAIMER: This post is for purposes of general information only and does not create an attorney-client relationship between this law office and the reader. It is best to consult with any lawyer in the Philippines for your particular legal matter.

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⚖️ ABASA LAW OFFICE
+63 46 481 5235
+63 966 664 1425
[email protected]

📍2nd Floor, Lance Anton’s Building (above Alfamart)
Capt. Ciriaco Nazareno St.
Naic, Cavite
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24/07/2025

Our office remains closed today, July 24, 2025, due to inclement weather and flooding in the area.

For inquiries, please send us a message or email us at [email protected].

21/07/2025

🌧️ Office Closed Today (July 22, 2025)

Due to inclement weather, our office will be closed today, Tuesday, July 22, 2025 We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

For assistance or inquiries, feel free to connect with us via Messenger or email at [email protected].

Please stay alert and follow guidance from local authorities and government alerts. Your safety is our top priority—take care and stay safe.

04/07/2025

Originally published by the Supreme Court Public Information Office.
https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=757256280299202&set=a.112126301478873

The (SC) has ruled that a land sale made through a verbal, unwritten agreement can be considered valid and binding—as long as it has been partly or fully carried out.

In a Decision written by Associate Justice Samuel H. Gaerlan, the SC’s Third Division upheld the verbal sale of land between Marcos Batara (Batara) and his nephew Benedicto Ocampo (Ocampo). Even without a written contract, the SC found the sale valid because Ocampo had already received the land title, moved into the property, and made improvements on it.

The land was registered in the name of Batara, who passed away in 1974. His children, Noblesa and Ernesto, only learned of their father’s ownership of the property in 2007, when they received a notice to pay unpaid real estate taxes on the land and found out that the same was being occupied by their cousin, Ocampo.

Noblesa and Ernesto filed a case to reclaim the land from Ocampo, saying they were the rightful heirs. Ocampo, on the other hand, claimed he bought the land from Batara while the latter was still alive. After Batara died, Ocampo kept paying installments to Marcelo, Batara’s brother.

Ocampo admitted that the sale was not evidenced by any written document because Batara died before they could execute the necessary instruments. But Ocampo provided the owner’s copy of land title as proof, claiming Batara gave it to him after the initial payment in 1972.

Ruling in Ocampo’s favor, the SC said that under the Civil Code, a sale of land must be in writing to be enforced in court. This written document serves as proof that both parties agreed to the sale.

However, the sale is still considered valid even without a written contract if it has already been fully or partly carried out. In such cases, a verbal agreement can still be legally binding, and witnesses may be allowed to testify to prove that the sale happened.

In this case, the sale was partially executed as Ocampo had partially paid for the land, taken possession of it, received the land title, and paid real property taxes. The SC thus admitted the testimonies of Ocampo and his witnesses, which proved the sale.

The SC, however, found that Ocampo’s payments to Batara’s brother Marcelo were ineffective because he was not authorized to accept them on behalf of his brother’s heirs.

Therefore, while the sale remains valid, Ocampo must pay the remaining balance of the purchase price, with interest, to Noblesa and Ernesto.

Read the full text of the Press Release at https://tinyurl.com/yeapyzcd.

Read the full text of the Decision at https://tinyurl.com/msxr7hsd.

Copying of this content is subject to the SC PIO’s Credit Attribution Policy: https://sc.judiciary.gov.ph/credit-attribution-policy/.

04/07/2025

🏠 𝐒𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐲 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧? 𝐎𝐫 𝐚 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐫 𝐥𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐞/𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐰𝐨𝐧’𝐭 𝐦𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧 𝐚𝐟𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐲𝐨𝐮’𝐯𝐞 𝐚𝐬𝐤𝐞𝐝?

These are common issues in property ownership. Under Philippine law, you can file an EJECTMENT CASE to regain possession.

There are two types:

🔹 Forcible Entry – when someone takes over your property using force, intimidation, threats, strategy, or stealth

🔹 Unlawful Detainer – when someone was allowed to stay (like a renter), but refuses to leave after their right to stay ends

📌 These cases must be filed within 1 year, and they focus on physical possession, not ownership.

If you're facing a situation like this, it’s important to know the proper legal steps. Using physical force to get them to leave is not the answer.

DISCLAIMER: This post is for purposes of general information only and does not constitute legal advice. It is best to consult with any lawyer in the Philippines for your particular legal matter.

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⚖️ ABASA LAW OFFICE
+63 46 481 5235
+63 966 664 1425
[email protected]

📍2nd Floor, Lance Anton’s Building (above Alfamart)
Capt. Ciriaco Nazareno St.
Naic, Cavite

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26/06/2025

📄 𝗕𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗖𝗛 𝗢𝗙 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗖𝗧: 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗡𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝗧𝗼 𝗞𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝗨𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗣𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗟𝗮𝘄

We all sign contracts—whether it's for a new job, hiring a contractor, renting an apartment, or making a big purchase. A BREACH OF CONTRACT happens when one person doesn’t do what they promised to do in that agreement.

For example:
* A contractor takes your deposit but never finishes the work.
* A lessor refuses to make agreed-upon repairs.
* A service you paid for doesn't meet the terms you agreed to.

These situations can be frustrating, stressful, and sometimes costly. The good news? Contracts are legally binding, which means you may have options if someone doesn’t hold up their end of the deal.

Not every broken promise is a legal breach, but if the agreement was clear and one side didn’t follow through, it’s worth understanding your rights. Sometimes the solution is a simple conversation, other times it might involve legal action.

💡 Tip: Always read what you sign, keep records, and don’t be afraid to ask questions before agreeing to anything.

DISCLAIMER: This post is for purposes of general information only and does not constitute legal advice. It is best to consult with any lawyer in the Philippines for your particular legal matter.

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⚖️ ABASA LAW OFFICE
+63 46 481 5235
+63 966 664 1425
[email protected]

📍2nd Floor, Lance Anton’s Building (above Alfamart)
Capt. Ciriaco Nazareno St.
Naic, Cavite, Philippines

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