Question

Consider the following scenario:

John, a law student, is working as a legal intern at a prestigious law firm in the Philippines. One day, the firm assigns him to assist in a criminal case involving a robbery. As part of his tasks, John is required to research and analyze the applicable laws and procedures.

Based on the given scenario, explain the differences between substantive law and adjective law, and discuss how these concepts are relevant to John's tasks as a legal intern in the criminal case.

• Discuss the elements and purpose of substantive law.
• Explain the elements and purpose of adjective law.
• Analyze how John's understanding of substantive and adjective law can help him in his research and analysis of the criminal case.