ACKNOWLEDGMENT

The researcher wishes to convey his deepest gratitude to the following, who have

been instrumental in the making of this paper:

The Higher Being, for giving purpose and meaning to the life of the researcher,

enabling him to share his passion and interest of the law to the people who need it the

most;

Researcher’s sisters, brother, and family, for always supporting the researcher in

his endeavors, in his highs and in his lows, and for enabling him to live out his dreams;

Luzviminda Clabisellas, researcher’s departed mother, for guiding the researcher

in his journey, and for always motivating him to achieve their shared dream of becoming

a good lawyer when she was still alive;

` Researcher’s nieces and nephews, for being researcher’s stress relievers and for

inspiring him to be a better tito;

The UC Law Mooting Team, for their valuable contribution in the study, and for

being the researcher’s family in law school;

Atty. Merachelle Borracho, researcher’s thesis adviser, for the friendship,

wisdom, and her useful insights throughout the making of this paper;

Atty. Rose-Liza Eisma-Osorio, thesis supervisor, for her guidance and patience

in helping the researcher make, develop, and improve this paper; and
 To all persons who, in one way or another, extended their help in making this

study successful.

CARMELITO D. CLABISELLAS JR.