Practice question
A Philippine Lawyer Based Abroad is duly recognized for the relevant compliance period and otherwise satisfies the beneficiary and service requirements. In May 2026 she provides free legal assistance abroad involving local foreign law. Her report is challenged solely because the service did not involve Philippine law. What is the sound response under the April 2026 amendment?
- The lack of Philippine-law content alone no longer disqualifies the service
- The service is automatically excluded under the unamended wording of Rule 12
- Every foreign activity qualifies without beneficiary or proof requirements
- Only lawyers who have permanently surrendered Philippine Bar membership may claim credit
- The amendment abolished all ULAS obligations of lawyers abroad
Legal references
- https://elibrary.judiciary.gov.ph/thebookshelf/showdocs/11/99241 — A.M. 22-11-01-SC, Manual, Rules 1, 2, 4, 7 and 12.
- https://sc.judiciary.gov.ph/ulas/ — Advisory No. 3, s. 2026, April 13, 2026, deleting the Philippine-law requirement in Rule 12, Section 2.
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