De La Salle University Law Moot and Debate Society

De La Salle University Law Moot and Debate Society LAMDES is the premiere moot and debate organization of the DLSU Tañada-Diokno School of Law. Second, it enables students to have a career direction.

Moot Court and Advocacy Training

First, it develops critical thinking skills applied to difficult areas of law. On a pedagogical level, it provides another dimension wherein students can appreciate and learn about the law, from their independent research as well as the insights and research of others. The entire focus of Moot Court is to challenge the students is to comprehend what the law is and

apply it to the circumstances of the case. Every single premise constructed through the hard work of the student. Very rarely do law students have a set path in mind to pursue. In Moot Court, a student is exposed to the nuances of a certain area of law (i.e. human rights and environmental law), which would most likely be a path they would later consider as a practice. Further, it’s a valuable credential Quoting William Mitchell College of Law professor and Intellectual Property Institute director Kenneth Port, “ [...] In determining quality, employers look first to see if a student participated in Law Review and second Moot Court. So, it’s a very important piece of what makes a quality candidate for a job.”

Last, it best brings honor and prestige to DLSU Law. We have gone as far as the semi-finals for The Hague Moot Court Competition in Hong Kong, quarter-finalist twice for the International Humanitarian Law Moot. We even qualified as the only Philippine Asia Cup team in 2015 where our team competed in Japan. In debate competitions, we even fare better, beating law schools that are known for their debate prowess (ALSP Debate Championship 1st Runners Up; ANC 1st Runners Up; Falcon Cup 1st Runners Up etc.). Being a young law school, one of the best avenues to demonstrate our legal education is moot and debate.

The DLSU Law Moot and Debate Society proudly congratulates the DLSU-TDSOL Team on their groundbreaking success, having r...
01/03/2026

The DLSU Law Moot and Debate Society proudly congratulates the DLSU-TDSOL Team on their groundbreaking success, having ranked Top 5 Overall in the Philippine National Rounds of the 2026 Philip C. Jessup International Law Moot Court Competition, held at the University of Santo Tomas from February 25–27, 2026.

The team, composed of Genary Kyna Gonzales (Team Captain), Juan Lorenzo Delfin, Carlie Manayan, and Francesca Sarmiento, was among the 24 competing teams in the National Rounds. In addition to securing an impressive Top 5 Overall ranking, the team also placed Top 8 for their memorial.

Genary Kyna Gonzales was likewise awarded the distinction of 2nd Best Oralist in the Preliminary Rounds.

The team’s hard-earned and well-deserved recognition on the Philippine stage would not have been possible without the mentorship and guidance of Dr. Rebecca E. Khan (Faculty Coach), Atty. Jena Tiongson (Alumni Coach), and the team’s student coaches — Lance Nolasco, Justin De Borja, and Shane Andrew Magnaye who previously served as Jessup oralists.

The team was also ably supported by researchers Sophia Natividad, Ma. Patricia San Juan, and Carlo Sto. Tomas.

LAMDES proudly congratulates the team for their effort, excellence, and determination. Thank you for being an inspiration to us all. ⭐️

The DLSU Law Moot and Debate Society proudly celebrates the remarkable success of the DLSU-TDSOL Team, who emerged as Ch...
30/01/2026

The DLSU Law Moot and Debate Society proudly celebrates the remarkable success of the DLSU-TDSOL Team, who emerged as Champions in the Final Rounds of the 2025 UPICC International Arbitration Moot, held in Rome, Italy, on January 27, 2026.

The team, composed of Juan Lorenzo Delfin, Julia Athena Salvanera, Mark Karlo Parreno, and Savanna Summer Sanares, was the sole Philippine representative in both the Semi-Final and Final Rounds.

The team went up against the National University of Sciences and Technology, Tongji University, and Shanghai Jiao Tong University at the UNIDROIT Headquarters, where they simulated arbitration proceedings and applied the UPICC Principles to a hypothetical commercial arbitration case.

In addition to the team’s milestone achievement in the first edition of the competition, Juan Lorenzo Delfin was also awarded Best Oralist in the Final Rounds.

LAMDES would like to express its utmost gratitude to our mentor and coaches, Dr. Rebecca Khan, Lance Nolasco, Justin de Borja, and Andrew Magnaye, whose wisdom, expertise, and unrelenting support paved the way for the team’s stellar performance. Britney Paderes and Nicole Tolentino also served as researchers for the team.

LAMDES proudly celebrates the culmination of the DLSU-TDSOL team’s hard work, perseverance, and exceptional skill. Congratulations on your historic success, team! ⭐️🏆

The DLSU Law Moot and Debate Society is delighted to congratulate the DLSU-TDSOL Team for their strong finish in the 202...
18/01/2026

The DLSU Law Moot and Debate Society is delighted to congratulate the DLSU-TDSOL Team for their strong finish in the 2026 Southeast Asian Regional Rounds (SEARR) of the Stetson International Environmental Moot Court Competition, held at the University of the Philippines - Diliman from January 15 to 17, 2026.

The team, with Nicole Keith Tolentino as Team Captain, Leonard Antonio Marco, and Iñigo de los Santos, were among the 33 participating teams from four different Southeast Asian countries, a record-breaking number in the history of the SEARR.

LAMDES extends its deepest gratitude to our esteemed mentor and coach, Dr. Rebecca Khan and Maite Zubiri, for their unwavering support throughout the competition. The team was also assisted by Denise Gomez and Airah Tuazon as Researchers.

We commend the team’s dedication and unwavering commitment to representing the University at the regional stage. 🏆

Be excellent. Be LAMDES.

The Law Moot and Debate Society proudly congratulates all our barristers for successfully hurdling the 2025 Bar Examinat...
07/01/2026

The Law Moot and Debate Society proudly congratulates all our barristers for successfully hurdling the 2025 Bar Examinations!

Your hard work, sacrifice, and dedication have finally paid off. We wish you all the best in your endeavors as you enter the legal profession.

Congratulations once again to our newly minted attorneys! 💚

Be Excellent. Be LAMDES. 🏆

The De La Salle University Tañada-Diokno School of Law Moot and Debate Society would like to proudly congratulate the Cl...
20/11/2025

The De La Salle University Tañada-Diokno School of Law Moot and Debate Society would like to proudly congratulate the Class of 2025! 🎓✨

Your dedication, perseverance, and your pursuit of justice and truth have truly been inspiring. Your LAMDES family is incredibly proud of all that you have accomplished, and we are excited to see all of you shape the future of the legal landscape.

Congratulations on your well-deserved successes! We wish you all the best in all your endeavors.

Be excellent. Be LAMDES. 🏹

The DLSU Law Moot and Debate Society proudly congratulates the DLSU-TDSOL Team for their groundbreaking performance as o...
06/11/2025

The DLSU Law Moot and Debate Society proudly congratulates the DLSU-TDSOL Team for their groundbreaking performance as one of the Top 4 teams in the Preliminary Rounds of the 2025 UPICC International Arbitration Moot, held in Shanghai, China from November 3 to 5, 2025.

The team, consisting of Juan Lorenzo Delfin, Julia Athena Salvanera, Savanna Summer Sanares, and Mark Karlo Parreno as oralists, marked a monumental win in the first edition of the competition. Among the 28 competing teams across the Asia-Pacific region, the team was the sole Philippine representative in the Preliminary Rounds and was selected as one of the 4 teams that shall be advancing to Rome, Italy, to compete in the Final Rounds.

The team also proudly earned the following distinctions:

Juan Lorenzo Delfin and Julia Athena Salvanera were recognized among the Top 10 Best Oralists of the Preliminary Rounds, and the team was awarded the Best Arbitration Practice Award.

LAMDES extends its heartfelt gratitude to our mentor and coaches, Dr. Rebecca Khan, Lance Nolasco, Justin de Borja, and Andrew Magnaye, whose unwavering support and guidance made the team’s shining success possible. The team is supported by Britney Paderes and Nicole Tolentino as Researchers.

We commend the team’s embodiment of excellence, from their tireless preparations to their stellar performance in the competition. You are an inspiration to us all. 🏆

Be Excellent. Be LAMDES.

Every great advocate has a story about the moment they truly found their voice.For many of our alumni and members, LAMDE...
15/08/2025

Every great advocate has a story about the moment they truly found their voice.

For many of our alumni and members, LAMDES was one of the places where that journey took shape — through moots, training, and a community that pushed them to grow.

Read their testimonies and see how mooting became a stepping stone for them to excel in both law school and their careers.

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Let’s kick off an exciting year ahead together at our first General Assembly this Saturday. See you there! 🎉Registration...
14/08/2025

Let’s kick off an exciting year ahead together at our first General Assembly this Saturday. See you there! 🎉

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12/08/2025

From campus halls to international courts—get ready for an adventure of a lifetime. ⚖️

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Your journey to the podium starts here. LAMDES Recruitment is now open! ⚖️🔗 bit.ly/LAMDES2526-RecruitmentFormKindly use ...
11/08/2025

Your journey to the podium starts here. LAMDES Recruitment is now open! ⚖️

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The DLSU Law Moot and Debate Society (LAMDES) proudly honors the monumental achievement of Justin de Borja, who was awar...
10/08/2025

The DLSU Law Moot and Debate Society (LAMDES) proudly honors the monumental achievement of Justin de Borja, who was awarded 2nd place in the Space Policy and Law Essay Writing Contest hosted by the Philippine Space Agency.

Justin’s essay, titled “Drawing the Line with the Pen of Law: Defining Outer Space,” was shortlisted as one of the top three entries submitted by law school students nationwide and was given the distinction of 2nd place in the awarding ceremony held by PhilSA.

Marian Garcia, LAMDES member, served as editor of the piece.

Your LAMDES family is so proud of you, Justin! 🏆

A new year of excellence awaits ⭐️
10/08/2025

A new year of excellence awaits ⭐️

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Moot Court and Advocacy Training First, it develops critical thinking skills applied to difficult areas of law. On a pedagogical level, it provides another dimension wherein students can appreciate and learn about the law, from their independent research as well as the insights and research of others. The entire focus of Moot Court is to challenge the students is to comprehend what the law is and apply it to the circumstances of the case. Every single premise constructed through the hard work of the student. Second, it enables students to have a career direction. Very rarely do law students have a set path in mind to pursue. In Moot Court, a student is exposed to the nuances of a certain area of law (i.e. human rights and environmental law), which would most likely be a path they would later consider as a practice. Further, it’s a valuable credential Quoting William Mitchell College of Law professor and Intellectual Property Institute director Kenneth Port, “ [...] In determining quality, employers look first to see if a student participated in Law Review and second Moot Court. So, it’s a very important piece of what makes a quality candidate for a job.” Last, it best brings honor and prestige to DLSU Law. We have gone as far as the semi-finals for The Hague Moot Court Competition in Hong Kong, quarter-finalist twice for the International Humanitarian Law Moot. We even qualified as the only Philippine Asia Cup team in 2015 where our team competed in Japan. In debate competitions, we even fare better, beating law schools that are known for their debate prowess (ALSP Debate Championship 1st Runners Up; ANC 1st Runners Up; Falcon Cup 1st Runners Up etc.). Being a young law school, one of the best avenues to demonstrate our legal education is moot and debate.