22/09/2026
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The Integrated Bar of the Philippines (IBP), through the IBP Bulacan Chapter led by Chapter President Atty. Rosario R. Bautista, joined the Department of Justice Action Center (DOJAC) Katarungan Caravan held on 21 September 2026 in Guiguinto, Bulacan.
The activity brought together members of the legal community, government officials, and partner institutions in a shared effort to make legal assistance more accessible to the public.
Present during the activity were President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., Justice Secretary Fredderick A. Vida, DOJ Undersecretary Margarita Gutierrez, Representative Atty. Agatha Paula A. Cruz, and Guiguinto Mayor Ambrosio C. Cruz Jr., together with lawyers and representatives of participating agencies.
IBP lawyers took part in providing legal consultation and assistance to members of the community. President Marcos also personally engaged with beneficiaries during the consultation activities and shared inputs on how the IBP can further strengthen and expand its legal aid services, including the involvement of law students in the preparation of legal documents under the guidance and supervision of lawyers.
Such an approach can serve a dual purpose: expanding assistance available to those in need while providing law students with meaningful, supervised practical exposure to the work of the legal profession.
By bringing together experienced lawyers, future members of the Bar, government institutions, and local communities, legal aid becomes not only an avenue for public service but also a valuable training ground for developing competent, compassionate, and service-oriented future lawyers.
The IBP remains committed to strengthening partnerships that bring legal services closer to the people and advance meaningful access to justice for all. βοΈ