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    The document outlines the lawyer's oath and code of professional responsibility in the Philippines. The lawyer's oath includes pledges to uphold the constitution, obey laws, not engage in falsehoods in court, and conduct oneself ethically as a lawyer. The code of professional responsibility establishes 22 canons that govern a lawyer's duties to society, the legal profession, courts, and clients. The canons mandate upholding the law and integrity of the legal system, serving clients competently and diligently, and maintaining confidentiality.

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    The document outlines the lawyer's oath and code of professional responsibility in the Philippines. The lawyer's oath includes pledges to uphold the constitution, obey laws, not engage in falsehoods in court, and conduct oneself ethically as a lawyer. The code of professional responsibility establishes 22 canons that govern a lawyer's duties to society, the legal profession, courts, and clients. The canons mandate upholding the law and integrity of the legal system, serving clients competently and diligently, and maintaining confidentiality.

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    The document outlines the lawyer's oath and code of professional responsibility in the Philippines. The lawyer's oath includes pledges to uphold the constitution, obey laws, not engage in falsehoods in court, and conduct oneself ethically as a lawyer. The code of professional responsibility establishes 22 canons that govern a lawyer's duties to society, the legal profession, courts, and clients. The canons mandate upholding the law and integrity of the legal system, serving clients competently and diligently, and maintaining confidentiality.

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    LAWYER'S OATH

    I, do solemnly swear that I will maintain allegiance to the Republic of the Philippines, I will
    support the Constitution and obey the laws as well as the legal orders of the duly constituted
    authorities therein; I will do no falsehood, nor consent to the doing of any in court; I will not
    wittingly or willingly promote or sue any groundless, false or unlawful suit, or give aid nor
    consent to the same; I will delay no man for money or malice, and will conduct myself as a
    lawyer according to the best of my knowledge and discretion, with all good fidelity as well to the
    courts as to my clients; and I impose upon myself these voluntary obligations without any mental
    reservation or purpose of evasion. So help me God.

    CODE OF PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITY


    (Promulgated June 21, 1988)

    CHAPTER I. THE LAWYER AND SOCIETY

    Canon 1 - a lawyer shall uphold the constitution, obey the laws of the land and promote respect
    for law of and legal processes.

    Canon 2 - a lawyer shall make his legal services available in an efficient and convenient manner
    compatible with the independence, integrity and effectiveness of the profession.

    Canon 3 - a lawyer in making known his legal services shall use only true, honest, fair, dignified
    and objective information or statement of facts.

    Canon 4 - a lawyer shall participate in the development of the legal system by initiating or
    supporting efforts in law reform and in the improvement of the administration of justice.

    Canon 5 - a lawyer shall keep abreast of legal developments, participate in continuing legal
    education programs, support efforts to achieve high standards in law schools as well as in the
    practical training of law students and assist in disseminating the law and jurisprudence.

    Canon 6 - these canons shall apply to lawyers in government services in the discharge of their
    tasks.

    CHAPTER II. THE LAWYER AND THE LEGAL PROFESSION

    Canon 7 - a lawyer shall at all times uphold the integrity and dignity of the legal profession and
    support the activities of the integrated bar.

    Canon 8 - a lawyer shall conduct himself with courtesy, fairness and candor towards his
    professional colleagues, and shall avoid harassing tactics against opposing counsel.

    Canon 9 - a lawyer shall not, directly or indirectly, assist in the unauthorized practice of law.
    CHAPTER III. THE LAWYER AND THE COURTS

    Canon 10 - a lawyer owes candor, fairness and good faith to the court.

    Canon 11 - a lawyer shall observe and maintain the respect due to the courts and to judicial
    officers and should insist on similar conduct by others.

    Canon 12 - a lawyer shall exert every effort and consider it his duty to assist in the speedy and
    efficient administration of justice.

    Canon 13 - a lawyer shall rely upon the merits of his cause and refrain from any impropriety
    which tends to influence, or gives the appearance of influencing the court.

    Chapter iv. The lawyer and the client


    Canon 14 - a lawyer shall not refuse his services to the needy.

    Canon 15 - a lawyer shall observe candor, fairness and loyalty in all his dealings and transactions
    with his clients.

    Canon 16 - a lawyer shall hold in trust all moneys and properties of his client that may come into
    his profession.

    Canon 17 - a lawyer owes fidelity to the cause of his client and he shall be mindful of the trust
    and confidence reposed in him.

    Canon 18 - a lawyer shall serve his client with competence and diligence.

    Canon 19 - a lawyer shall represent his client with zeal within the bounds of the law.

    Canon 20 - a lawyer shall charge only fair and reasonable fees.

    Canon 21 - a lawyer shall preserve the confidence and secrets of his client even after the
    attorney-client relation is terminated.

    Canon 22 - a lawyer shall withdraw his services only for good cause and upon notice appropriate
    in the circumstances.

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