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He should file the petition with the Supreme Court, through the Bar Confidant, accompanied by the original or certified copies of the following…

2012 Bar Exam · Legal Ethics · Question 2 · Essay

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He should file the petition with the Supreme Court, through the Bar Confidant, accompanied by the original or certified copies of the following documents: 1. Showing that he is still a Filipino citizen. “The Court reiterates that Filipino citizenship is a requirement for admission to the bar and is, in fact, a continuing requirement for the practice of law.” (Ibid.) Having retained Philippine citizenship could be evidenced by the Philippine passport, the U.S. Green Card showing Philippine citizenship and U.S. residency, or other authentic documents which the Supreme Court may require. On the other hand, if Atty. Repatriar has lost his Philippine citizenship, he must submit the following:

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