University of the Cordilleras Legal Aid Clinic

University of the Cordilleras Legal Aid Clinic "Community service through legal education"

Official page of the legal aid clinic of the University of the Cordilleras - College of Law

About
The College of Law of the University of the Cordilleras offers both Certification 1 and Certification 2 to students who will take the 2023 bar onwards. Only one certification is required to be compliant. But starting School Year 2022-2023, it will be offered as a stand-alone subject. Vision
To develop through the clinical legal education program a distinctive brand of legal
advocacy that str

engthens our adherence to justice,
equality, and peace. Mission
To serve the community especially the under privileged by providing professional and efficient legal services through its Legal Aid Clinic.

The University of Cordilleras College of Law is grateful for the utmost support of Barangay Poblacion, La Trinidad Bengu...
26/07/2026

The University of Cordilleras College of Law is grateful for the utmost support of Barangay Poblacion, La Trinidad Benguet for accommodating our Law Student Practitioners and esteemed lawyers last July 21 and 22, 2026 at Población Barangay Hall in the conduct of our free Legal Aid Services.

‎Said activity served not only as a learning experience for the students but also showed how noble the law profession is as it serves as a glimpse of hope for a lot of people.
‎While the acronym "SUBLI', means Service, Uphold, Bridge, Learn and Integrity, 'subli' is also an Ilocano word that means return.

‎Indeed, the students will surely return to this humbling experience as they face not only the remaining days of their law school journey but also the career they have chosen.

‎Further, we would also want to extend our deepest gratitude to the lawyers who imparted their knowledge and service during the activity including the following: Atty. Dennis Tovera; Atty. Miller Quintin Jr.; Atty. Wilfred Carbonell; Atty. Jenelyn Lapas; Atty. Cyrus Calaya; and most especially, Atty. Mary Megan Tabora.

‎In the end, this activity will not be successful without the participation and dedication of Población Barangay constituents who have given their full trust and appreciation to this activity.

‎Salasalamat kakailyan! Agbiag!

Justice strengthens enterprises when entrepreneurs are informed, protected, and empowered by the law.The University of t...
25/07/2026

Justice strengthens enterprises when entrepreneurs are informed, protected, and empowered by the law.

The University of the Cordilleras Legal Aid Clinic (UC LAC) participated in the 2026 Cordillera MSME Summit, organized through the partnership of the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) and the University of the Cordilleras, held on July 22–23, 2026 at the UC Theatre.

Guided by the theme, "Navigating the Shift: Building Resilient and Future-Ready MSMEs," the two-day summit brought together entrepreneurs, government agencies, academic institutions, industry partners, and other stakeholders in support of a stronger and more resilient MSME sector.

As part of this collective effort, the UC Legal Aid Clinic rendered free legal aid services to local entrepreneurs and MSMEs, advancing access to justice by providing legal guidance and fostering greater awareness of the rights and obligations of business owners.

The UC LAC extends its sincere appreciation to the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), the University of the Cordilleras, and all participants for this meaningful collaboration. The Clinic also recognizes the invaluable guidance of its supervising lawyers, Atty. Jennifer Aquino, Atty. Marlon Aquino, and Atty. Harvey Lance Ong Garcia. Together, we affirm that access to justice is not only a pillar of the law, but also a foundation for empowered entrepreneurs and thriving communities.

𝐋𝐨𝐨𝐤| 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐫 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐟𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐥𝐚𝐰 𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐬The University of the Cordilleras College of Law Clinical Legal Educati...
22/07/2026

𝐋𝐨𝐨𝐤| 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐫 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐟𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐥𝐚𝐰 𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐬

The University of the Cordilleras College of Law Clinical Legal Education Program 2 students, together with their Supervising Lawyer Atty. Paul Nichol R. De Vera, in partnership with Barangay Pinget, successfully held a Barangay Law Lecture Series focusing on the Safe Spaces Act and the Juvenile Justice and Welfare Act last July 15, 2026. The activity was attended by active community leaders, parents, youth, and organizational representatives (KALIPI, PTA, PDJODA, and Senior Citizens Association) whose enthusiastic participation made this event a resounding success.

Together, let us continue to champion legal awareness, protect the rights of every individual, and build a stronger, more compassionate community that is safe for all.

Photos from Sangguniang Kabataan Pinget

𝐉𝐔𝐒𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐄 𝐓𝐎 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐏𝐄𝐎𝐏𝐋𝐄 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐏𝐀𝐖𝐒 🧑‍🤝‍🧑🐾Furthering the spirit of 𝑩𝒊𝒏𝒏𝒂𝒅𝒂𝒏𝒈, the University of the Cordilleras College of La...
21/07/2026

𝐉𝐔𝐒𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐄 𝐓𝐎 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐏𝐄𝐎𝐏𝐋𝐄 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐏𝐀𝐖𝐒 🧑‍🤝‍🧑🐾

Furthering the spirit of 𝑩𝒊𝒏𝒏𝒂𝒅𝒂𝒏𝒈, the University of the Cordilleras College of Law (Clinical Legal Education Program) - Law Student Practitioners as supervised by 𝗔𝘁𝘁𝘆. 𝗝𝗼𝗲𝘆 𝗔𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗺 𝗧𝗼𝗿𝗿𝗲𝘀, the 𝙇𝙪𝙥𝙤𝙣 𝙏𝙖𝙜𝙖𝙥𝙖𝙢𝙖𝙮𝙖𝙥𝙖 and 𝘽𝙖𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙜𝙖𝙮 𝙋𝙚𝙖𝙘𝙚𝙠𝙚𝙚𝙥𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝘼𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙏𝙚𝙖𝙢𝙨 (𝘽𝙋𝘼𝙏𝙨) of 𝘽𝙖𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙜𝙖𝙮 𝙋𝙞𝙣𝙨𝙖𝙤 𝙋𝙧𝙤𝙥𝙚𝙧, 𝘽𝙖𝙜𝙪𝙞𝙤 𝘾𝙞𝙩𝙮, gathered on July 18, 2025, for an impactful legal learning session on the 𝗞𝗮𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘂𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗮𝗺𝗯𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗮𝘆 𝗟𝗮𝘄 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝗻𝗶𝗺𝗮𝗹 𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗳𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗔𝗰𝘁.

The session focused on sharpening our peacemakers' practical skills in resolving community disputes -- from unpaid debts and property damages to understanding legal liabilities and penalties surrounding animal abuse & neglect, and responsible dog ownership.

Because true 𝑩𝒊𝒏𝒏𝒂𝒅𝒂𝒏𝒈 means looking out for everyone in our community -- 𝘁𝘄𝗼-𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗴𝗲𝗱 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗳𝗼𝘂𝗿-𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗴𝗲𝗱 𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗸𝗲.

A big thank you to our local frontliners and peacemakers for their dedication and active participation. As Punong Barangay Hon. Raymund Laxamana wisely shared during the session: "𝐇𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐢 𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐠 𝐧𝐚𝐬𝐚 𝐮𝐭𝐚𝐤, 𝐧𝐚𝐬𝐚 𝐩𝐮𝐬𝐨 𝐝𝐢𝐧.." -- a true showing of serving with brains and leading with heart.

𝙆𝙣𝙤𝙬 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙇𝙖𝙬. 𝙋𝙧𝙤𝙩𝙚𝙘𝙩 𝙊𝙪𝙧 𝙍𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩𝙨. 𝙀𝙢𝙥𝙤𝙬𝙚𝙧 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙪𝙣𝙞𝙩𝙮.

Agyaman unay ti UC College of Law Legal Aid Clinic iti Barangay Irisan gapu iti naimpuyogan a panangawat yo iti Legal Ai...
21/07/2026

Agyaman unay ti UC College of Law Legal Aid Clinic iti Barangay Irisan gapu iti naimpuyogan a panangawat yo iti Legal Aid SUBLI: Service, Uphold, Bridge, Learn, Integrity — Serving Communities by Providing Accessible Legal Assistance.

Nauneg met ti panagyamanmi kadagiti amin nga umili ti Barangay Irisan nga nangitalek kadagiti legal a pakaseknan da kadagiti supervising lawyers mi nga ni Atty. Antonette Navarro kenni Atty. Joey Torres, ken dagiti Law Student Practitioners.

Agyaman kami iti pannakikadua, panangsuporta, ken panagtalek yo. Sapay koma ta daytoy a panagkaykaysa ket agtultuloy a mangpabileg iti panangisangsangayan iti hustisia ken panagserbi iti tunggal komunidad.

𝐓𝐫𝐮𝐞 𝙗𝙞𝙣𝙣𝙖𝙙𝙖𝙣𝙜 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐬 𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐰𝐞 𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫. Through the Clinical Legal Education Program (CLEP): Barangay L...
16/07/2026

𝐓𝐫𝐮𝐞 𝙗𝙞𝙣𝙣𝙖𝙙𝙖𝙣𝙜 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐬 𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐰𝐞 𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫.

Through the Clinical Legal Education Program (CLEP): Barangay Law Lecture Series of the University of the Cordilleras – College of Law, law student practitioners and supervising lawyer Atty. Rane D. Ramos partnered with our 𝘓𝘶𝘱𝘰𝘯𝘨 𝘛𝘢𝘨𝘢𝘱𝘢𝘮𝘢𝘺𝘢𝘱𝘢 of 𝐁𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐲 𝐈𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐚𝐧, 𝐁𝐚𝐠𝐮𝐢𝐨 𝐂𝐢𝐭𝐲 on July 14, 2026 for a grounded lecture on the Safe Spaces Act, Indigenous Peoples Rights Act (IPRA), and Rights of Complainants and Respondents.

𝑨 𝒘𝒆𝒍𝒍-𝒊𝒏𝒇𝒐𝒓𝒎𝒆𝒅 𝘓𝘶𝘱𝘰𝘯 𝒊𝒔 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒉𝒆𝒂𝒓𝒕 𝒐𝒇 𝒂 𝒑𝒆𝒂𝒄𝒆𝒇𝒖𝒍 𝒄𝒐𝒎𝒎𝒖𝒏𝒊𝒕𝒚. Huge salute to our local peacemakers, who are now more equipped than ever to mediate with wisdom, protect our cultural heritage, and uphold barangay justice with integrity!

𝙆𝙣𝙤𝙬 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙡𝙖𝙬. 𝙋𝙧𝙤𝙩𝙚𝙘𝙩 𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙧𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩𝙨. 𝙀𝙢𝙥𝙤𝙬𝙚𝙧 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙪𝙣𝙞𝙩𝙮.

⚖️𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞 𝐬𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐬 𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐛𝐲 𝐚𝐥𝐥, 𝐛𝐞𝐜𝐚𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐢𝐭 𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐬 𝐚 𝐯𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐚 𝐟𝐞𝐰 𝐥𝐚𝐰𝐬. ⚖️Knowledge is power, and knowing our rights...
11/07/2026

⚖️𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞 𝐬𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐬 𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐛𝐲 𝐚𝐥𝐥, 𝐛𝐞𝐜𝐚𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐢𝐭 𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐬 𝐚 𝐯𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐚 𝐟𝐞𝐰 𝐥𝐚𝐰𝐬. ⚖️

Knowledge is power, and knowing our rights and laws is the first step toward building a safer, more supportive community for everyone.

Understand fundamental rights and safety measures,by joining us as we discuss important community laws, safe spaces, and the rights of our youth and citizens.

Below is the schedule of our upcoming community lectures:

📍𝐉𝐮𝐥𝐲 𝟏𝟓, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 (𝐖𝐞𝐝𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲) 𝐁𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐲 𝐏𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐭
𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐞: 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM
𝐓𝐚𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐀𝐮𝐝𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞: Youth, Parents, and Barangay Council Members
𝐓𝐨𝐩𝐢𝐜: Safe Spaces Act & Juvenile Justice and Welfare Act

📍𝐉𝐮𝐥𝐲 𝟐𝟒, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 (𝐅𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐲) 𝐁𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐲 𝐂𝐚𝐦𝐩 𝟕
𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐞: 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM
𝐓𝐚𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐀𝐮𝐝𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞: Grade 6 students of Camp 7 Elementary School
𝐓𝐨𝐩𝐢𝐜: Safe Spaces Act & Juvenile Justice and Welfare Act

📍𝐉𝐮𝐥𝐲 𝟐𝟓, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 (𝐒𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐝𝐚𝐲) 𝐁𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐲 𝐂𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐨 𝐅𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐨
𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐞: 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM
𝐓𝐚𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐀𝐮𝐝𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞: Youth and Barangay Council members
𝐓𝐨𝐩𝐢𝐜: Safe Spaces Act & The Bill of Rights

📍𝐉𝐮𝐥𝐲 𝟑𝟏, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 (𝐅𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐲) 𝐁𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐲 𝐀𝐬𝐢𝐧
𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐞: 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM
𝐓𝐚𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐀𝐮𝐝𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞: Students of Joaquin Smith National High School
𝐓𝐨𝐩𝐢𝐜: Safe Spaces Act & Juvenile Justice and Welfare Act

Naragsak nga agipaay iti panangipakaammo iti SUBLI: (Service, Uphold, Bridge, Learn, Integrity) Serving Communities by P...
10/07/2026

Naragsak nga agipaay iti panangipakaammo iti SUBLI: (Service, Uphold, Bridge, Learn, Integrity) Serving Communities by Providing Accessible Legal Assistance iti University of the Cordilleras - College of Law, Legal Aid Clinic.

Maysa a programa nga agserbi kadagiti komunidad babaen ti panangipaay iti libre ken magun-od a tulong legal.

🗓️ Hulyo 16–17, 2026 (Huwebes – Biyernes)
8:00 ti agsapa – 4:00 ti malem
Irisan New Barangay Hall, Irisan, Baguio City

🗓️ Hulyo 21–22, 2026 (Martes – Miyerkules)
8:00 ti agsapa – 4:00 ti malem
Poblacion Barangay Hall, Western Buyagan Road, La Trinidad, Benguet

🗓️ Hulyo 24 & 31, 2026 (Biyernes)
8:00 ti agsapa – 4:00 ti malem
Balili Barangay Hall, BSU Compound, KM 5, La Trinidad, Benguet

🗓️ Hulyo 29–30, 2026 (Miyerkules – Huwebes)
8:00 ti agsapa – 4:00 ti malem
Ucab Evacuation Center, Ucab, Itogon, Benguet

🗓️ Agosto 3–4, 2026 (Biyernes – Sabado)
8:00 ti agsapa – 4:00 ti malem
Padre Zamora Barangay Hall, Padre Zamora, Baguio City

Law student practitioners from the University of the Cordilleras proudly joined the IBP Baguio-Benguet Chapter in its Le...
02/07/2026

Law student practitioners from the University of the Cordilleras proudly joined the IBP Baguio-Benguet Chapter in its Legal Aid activity during the La Trinidad Equality Expo held on June 24–27, 2026, at La Trinidad Municipal Gym.

Throughout the four-day activity, the law student practitioners gained invaluable hands-on experience by assisting volunteer lawyers in providing legal aid services to the public. They had the opportunity to engage directly with clients, conduct initial interviews, and listen firsthand to individuals seeking guidance on their legal concerns. This practical exposure allowed them to develop essential client-interviewing skills while appreciating the importance of empathy, professionalism, and confidentiality in the practice of law.

Under the guidance and supervision of experienced legal practitioners, the students also assisted in the preparation and drafting of affidavits and other legal documents tailored to the specific needs of the clients. This experience strengthened their legal writing and analytical skills while reinforcing the significance of providing accessible and responsive legal services to the community.

On June 6, 2026, the UC COL Legal Aid Office successfully conducted its Legal Outreach Program at the Ampucao Barangay H...
07/06/2026

On June 6, 2026, the UC COL Legal Aid Office successfully conducted its Legal Outreach Program at the Ampucao Barangay Hall under the Clinical Legal Education Program (CLEP 2).

Despite the rainy weather, our CLEP 2 Law Student Practitioners (LSPs) actively assisted in providing free legal assistance to the residents.

We extend our deepest gratitude to the dedicated volunteer lawyers from private practice, the Integrated Bar of the Philippines, and the Bureau of Internal Revenue for generously sharing their time and expertise to guide our students and serve the public.

Special thanks are likewise extended to the Ampucao Barangay Officials and staff for providing meals, invaluable logistical support, and warm hospitality, ensuring the smooth ex*****on of this program.

Through CLEP 2, the UC COL Legal Aid Office remains steadfast in molding future lawyers dedicated to public service and legal excellence.

#𝐀𝐠𝐛𝐢𝐚𝐠𝐓𝐢𝐔𝐂𝐋𝐚𝐰

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