I had represented both leftists and rightists and even centrists.

There is a lot to be desired in terms of representing poor litigants. 

Says there is no central record system determining if those convicted are indeed in jail.

Discussing the need for pre-trials as a way to speed up the judicial system

I would want to make sure that the courts can deliver justice.

"Flip-flopping" affects credibility of SC; Says final decision should be left as is ("leave it and move on").


SC is the highest court in the land and the buck should stop there.

Solicitor General Francis Jardeleza 5th interviewee

To be worthy of respect, SC must speak in clear and compelling voice in every decision.

My vision for the judiciary is an independent branch of gov't that earns the trust of the people.

When an attorney signs a pleading, it is a certification by him that there is merit in that claim.


I took up the position of Solicitor General because of the challenges it poses.

Opportunity to touch lives of others is satisfying. My 7mos in the Ombudsman has made me a better person, prepared me.

If appointed as Chief Justice, I will inhibit from all cases involving San Miguel Corporation.

 Experience is important but not indispensable in the function of a Chief Justice. 

Atty. Katrina Legarda 6th interviewee

She cleaned up GSIS law department, organized manpower.


People know the concept of fairness, impartiality.

It wasnt on the list of what I wanted to do but I realized after my nomination, I didnt want to let them down 

If they think I can manage the court, then I stand to be counted with everything that I have.

Corruption in judiciary outrages me; There are honest judges in system, sweeping condemnation outrages me.

The problem now is that all judges are being evaluated based on the same standards.

I would have earlier begged SC to implement Family Courts Act.

The concept of restorative justice will bring back a lot of goodwill in the courts.


We should change criteria for judges, monitor their case load to ensure speedy resolution of cases.


I have always addressed cases from the point of view of those who will be affected the most/ those who don't have counsel.

No regrets in the cases she's handled. 

' I treat people as fairly as possible.'

I felt that the grounds vs Corona are not impeachable, that the impeachment proceedings encroached on judicial independence.

The moral ascendancy of CJ is not among coequals, but those below. I can ask justices to help rebuild SC's reputation.

I hope I can persuade present SC justices that I'm not there to spy on them or report any shenanigans.


Investigation of crimes is so bad that it's easy for a police officer to grab a child off the streets and report him.

LGUs have to be persuaded to build facilities for juvenile delinquents & give them therapy

Same sex marriage not allowed; 1988 Family Code specifically states man, woman as marrying parties.


Sex education is not mentioned in family code as obligation of parents. Problem is we have a high number of child parents.

Many don't understand what sex is. The cloak that veils it is not good. There should be age-appropriate sex education.

 "Yes your honor, use of contraceptives prevents conception. Only when there is conception is the child created"

"my position on divorce is its time for us to have a divorce law, not as far as the no fault divorce"

I'd like to be remembered as someone who's always been fair. 

Well done Interviewees and JBC !!!!!
Tomorrow again Charmers. 
See you then.