Frequently Asked Questions

You can schedule a consultation by calling our office at 0939 920 7932, sending an email to info@edanglaw.com, or by filling out the contact form on our Contact page. We also offer online consultations via Google Meet - you can book a time slot directly through our online scheduling page. Our office is located at the 2nd Floor, JACQ Commercial Building, San Miguel, Jordan, Guimaras. Office hours are Monday to Saturday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

No. Edang Law serves anyone with legal matters in Guimaras, regardless of where you are based. If you have a case filed in Guimaras courts, property in the province, or a transaction that involves Guimaras, we can help. Many of our clients come from Iloilo and other areas but have legal needs here. Our office is in Jordan, and we handle cases across all five municipalities: Jordan, Buenavista, Nueva Valencia, San Lorenzo, and Sibunag.

Atty. Rommel John Edang maintains a general practice covering five main areas: Criminal Law (defense against criminal charges), Civil Law (property disputes, contracts, collection cases), Annulment (declaration of nullity, legal separation), Real Estate (land titles, property transfers, land disputes), and Labor Law (illegal dismissal, unpaid wages, NLRC complaints). Visit our Practice Areas page for details.

We offer consultations where you can discuss your legal situation and understand your options. Fees vary depending on the nature and complexity of the case. Contact our office to discuss the specifics of your matter and we will provide you with a clear explanation of the expected costs and payment arrangements.

Yes. We offer online legal consultations via Google Meet for clients who cannot visit our office in person. This is ideal for clients based in Iloilo, Manila, abroad, or anywhere with a stable internet connection. You can book a time slot through our online scheduling page or visit our Contact page for more options.

For an online consultation, you will need: (1) a stable internet connection, (2) a device with a camera and microphone (laptop, tablet, or smartphone), and (3) access to Google Meet (free - no account required to join). After booking, you will receive a Google Meet link via email. Have any relevant documents ready to share on screen if needed.

Annulment and declaration of nullity are two different legal remedies under Philippine family law. Annulment applies to marriages that are voidable — meaning they were valid at the time of celebration but can be annulled due to specific grounds such as lack of parental consent, insanity, fraud, force or intimidation, or physical incapacity. Declaration of nullity, on the other hand, applies to marriages that are void from the beginning, such as those involving psychological incapacity under Article 36 of the Family Code. Both require filing a petition in court and undergoing trial.

The annulment process in the Philippines typically takes one to three years, depending on factors such as the court's schedule, the complexity of the case, the cooperation of both parties, and whether the case is contested. The process includes filing the petition, the Office of the Solicitor General's involvement, psychological evaluation, court hearings, and the issuance of a decision. We guide clients through every step of this process.

Psychological incapacity, under Article 36 of the Family Code, refers to a party's inability to comply with the essential marital obligations. The Supreme Court of the Philippines has ruled that this must be characterized by gravity, juridical antecedence (existing before the marriage), and incurability. A psychological evaluation is typically required as part of the evidence. Recent jurisprudence, particularly the Tan-Andal ruling, has broadened the interpretation of this ground.

If you are arrested or charged with a crime, exercise your right to remain silent and your right to have a lawyer present during any questioning. Do not sign any documents without consulting a lawyer first. Contact Edang Law immediately at 0939 920 7932 so that we can provide legal assistance as early as possible. Early legal intervention can be critical to the outcome of your case.

Bail is generally a matter of right for offenses not punishable by death, reclusion perpetua, or life imprisonment before conviction. For capital offenses, bail is discretionary and depends on the strength of the evidence against the accused. We can assist with filing a bail petition and representing you at bail hearings to help secure your temporary liberty while the case is pending.

Illegal dismissal occurs when an employer terminates an employee without just cause or authorized cause, or fails to observe proper due process (notice and hearing requirements). Under Philippine labor law, an illegally dismissed employee may be entitled to reinstatement without loss of seniority rights, full back wages, and other benefits. If reinstatement is no longer feasible, separation pay may be awarded instead.

To file a labor complaint, you first need to determine whether it falls under the jurisdiction of the National Labor Relations Commission (NLRC) or the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE). Cases involving illegal dismissal and monetary claims exceeding a certain threshold are filed with the NLRC, while labor standards violations and smaller claims go to DOLE. We can help you prepare and file the appropriate complaint and represent you throughout the proceedings.

Under the Labor Code of the Philippines, employees are entitled to receive their wages on time and in full. This includes regular wages, overtime pay, holiday pay, 13th month pay, and other legally mandated benefits. If your employer fails to pay these, you may file a complaint with the DOLE or NLRC. The law also provides for penalties against employers who willfully withhold wages.

Transferring a land title involves several steps: executing a Deed of Absolute Sale or appropriate conveyance document, paying capital gains tax and documentary stamp tax at the BIR, obtaining a Certificate Authorizing Registration (CAR), paying transfer tax at the local Treasurer's office, and registering the transfer at the Register of Deeds. We can handle the entire process to ensure that the transfer is properly documented and legally valid.

An extrajudicial settlement of estate is a legal process where the heirs of a deceased person agree to divide the estate among themselves without going to court. This is allowed under Rule 74 of the Rules of Court when the deceased left no will, has no outstanding debts, and all heirs are of legal age and agree to the partition. The settlement must be published in a newspaper of general circulation once a week for three consecutive weeks and filed with the Register of Deeds.

An ejectment case is a summary proceeding filed to recover possession of a property. There are two types: forcible entry (when someone occupies your property by force, intimidation, threat, strategy, or stealth) and unlawful detainer (when a person's right to possess the property has expired, such as after lease termination). These cases must be filed within one year from the date of unlawful entry or the last demand to vacate, respectively, at the Municipal Trial Court.

To collect a debt, you typically start by sending a formal demand letter to the debtor. If the debtor does not pay, you may file a collection case (sum of money) in the appropriate court. For claims not exceeding a certain threshold, the case may be filed under the Rules of Procedure for Small Claims, which provides a faster and more simplified process without the need for a lawyer during hearings. We can advise you on the best approach based on the amount and circumstances of the debt.