Integrated Bar of the Philippines

"The IBP greets IBP Governor for Greater Manila Region, Atty. Ma. Elena Go Francisco, a happy birthday, honoring her dedication and service to the legal profession.

The IBP honors the strength and dignity of Filipino workers this Labor Day, champions of progress and justice shaping a future where rights are upheld.

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐝𝐨𝐰𝐧 𝐛𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐬: 𝟕 𝐝𝐚𝐲𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐠𝐨. The 𝐀𝐒𝐄𝐀𝐍 𝐁𝐚𝐫 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬’ 𝐒𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐭, hosted by the 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐁𝐚𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬, arrives in Manila on 4–7 May 2026, bringing together the region’s legal leadership.

ADVISORY: Temporary Suspension of On-site ID Pick-up and Issuance

𝟏𝟎 𝐝𝐚𝐲𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐠𝐨. One region. One legal community. The IBP hosts the ASEAN Bar Leaders’ Summit in Metro Manila, 4–7 May 2026—igniting collaboration and shaping ASEAN’s legal future.

The IBP convened an initial meeting on its proposed ISO certification, discussing the accreditation roadmap, readiness assessment, capacity‑building, and potential technical partnerships with IBP officials and DAP‑TMO representatives.

IBP–DPWH dialogue: Led by IBP National President Atty. Allan G. Panolong, IBP met with DPWH to discuss ULAS compliance and collaborative programs to strengthen access to justice through inter‑agency coordination.

IBP Tower update: IBP National President Atty. Allan G. Panolong inspected the newly installed furniture as preparations continue for the IBP Tower’s opening as the future home of the IBP National Office.

The IBP Lanao del Norte Black & White Honoring Night recognized new appointees, welcomed new lawyers, and honored members with 30+ years of service, reaffirming our shared commitment to justice and excellence.

At the CSW70 Report Back Forum, IBP affirmed the Philippines’ push to advance women’s rights by translating global goals into community‑level action, strengthening access to justice and collaboration. #CSW70 #GenderEquality

Tonight, 18 April 2026, the IBP Lanao del Norte Chapter inducts its newest members and honors members of the Bar with 30+ years of dedicated legal practice, graced by Atty. Allan G. Panolong, IBP National President.

At the 9th CPRA–ULAS Rollout, IBP Director for CBD Atty. Avelino V. Sales, Jr. echoed Socrates’ call to examine our lives and our profession, reminding lawyers that true stature lies in living our values, honoring our oath, and serving with integrity and accountability.

IBP leaders and Justice Gener M. Gito at the 9th CPRA & ULAS Rollout, advancing ethical lawyering.

At the 9th CPRA–ULAS Rollout, Sandiganbayan Justice Gener M. Gito urged lawyers to pause and reflect, reminding the Bar that law is a profession of trust, guided by conscience, integrity, and a duty to make justice fair, accessible, and compassionate.

At the 9th CPRA and ULAS Rollout, IBP National President Atty. Allan G. Panolong stressed that ethics and access to justice must move together—calling on lawyers to live the CPRA daily and strengthen legal aid through service, integrity, and accountability.

At the 9th CPRA and ULAS Rollout, IBP Central Luzon Gov. Atty. Dick F. Fernandez called on lawyers to let the CPRA be their compass, upholding integrity as the legal profession remains a beacon of hope amid the nation’s challenges.

IBP Central Luzon Gov. Atty. Dick F. Fernandez welcomed new IBP Nueva Ecija lawyers with a reminder that the title “Atty.” is a calling—grounded in faith, integrity, lifelong learning, and a daily commitment to serve where justice stands.

Justice demands more than titles. At the IBP Nueva Ecija Induction, new lawyers were reminded by IBP National President Atty. Allan G. Panolong that being an “Attorney” is a responsibility—anchored on ethics, humility, and integrity beyond the Bar.

The IBP Nueva Ecija Chapter inducted its newest lawyers in a night of professionalism, camaraderie, and renewed purpose—marking their transition from the Bar to lives of ethical practice, public service, and the pursuit of justice.

IBP officials paid a courtesy call on Nueva Ecija Gov. Aurelio “Oyie” Umali, expressing appreciation for his support of the legal profession, ahead of the 9th Leg of the CPRA Roll Out and ULAS Updates in Cabanatuan City.