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Prenuptial Agreement in the Philippines Prenuptial agreement or otherwise known as “marriage settlements” under Family Code is a contract entered into by a man and a woman who are planning to get married. It is called “prenuptial” agreement because it must be executed before marriage and any modification or changes thereof shall be in writing…

DOMESTIC ADOPTION (RA 8552) WHO MAY ADOPT? Any Filipino citizen: Of legal age In possession of full civil capacity and legal rights Of good moral character Has not been convicted of any crime involving moral turpitude Emotionally and psychologically capable of caring for children At least 16 years older than the adoptee (waived when the…

Procedure for Filing a Petition for Annulment or Declaration of Nullity of Marriage for Filipinos Abroad The Philippines do not adhere to divorce for it continues to promote the sanctity of marriage.  This is usually overlooked by Filipinos abroad. They think that since they are no longer within the Philippine islands, then they are no…

How to File a Petition for Annulment of Marriage in the Philippines As the Philippines treasure family values so much, it is quite difficult to obtain annulment. There are many things to consider, much to pay, lots of time to render, and extreme efforts to   exert. In the end, it is not assured that…