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This legal opinion seeks to answer your question as to whether or not your
husband Atty. Juan Dela Cruz conducted immoral manner for which he deserves to be
barred from the practice of law.
Facts
Per our discussion and the documents you have shown me, the following are the
pertinent facts:
On 1995 while being married to you, your husband, Atty. Juan Dela Cruz left you
wife to cohabit with another woman. In 1996, you and Juan had reconciliation where
Juan promised to you that he will leave his mistress. But apparently, Juan still continued
to cheat on you and again lived with another woman.
Canon 1. A lawyer shall uphold the constitution, obey the laws of the land and
promote respect for law of and legal processes.
In this instance, your husband conducted immoral manner for which he deserves
to be barred from the practice of law. An applicant for admission to membership
in the bar is required to show that he is possessed of good moral character.
That requirement is not exhausted and dispensed with upon admission to
membership of the bar. That requirement persists as a continuing condition
for membership in the Bar in good standing.
Applicable Jurisprudence
This case is applicable to your case because Atty. Juan still continued to cheat
on you and again lived with another woman even after the reconciliation. Immorality
connotes conduct that shows indifference to the moral norms of society. For such
conduct to warrant disciplinary action, the same must be grossly immoral, it must be as
corrupt and false as to constitute a criminal act or so unprincipled as to be reprehensible
to a high degree.
I appreciate the opportunity to advice you regarding this matter. Please let me
know if you wish to discuss this issue further. Thank you.
Yours faithfully,