DAVAO CITY — Ateneo de Davao University (AdDU) has been recognized as one of the top-performing law schools in the country, achieving an impressive passing rate among first-time takers of the recent bar examination.
Among law schools with more than 100 first-time test takers, Ateneo de Manila University (ADMU) ranked first with 165 examinees, 159 of whom passed, recording a remarkable 96.36% passing rate.
The Polytechnic University of the Philippines (PUP) secured the second spot, followed by Ateneo de Davao University in third, showcasing the institution’s consistent excellence in legal education.
Ateneo de Davao Law School stood out among schools with 51 to 100 examinees, claiming the top position in this category.
Ateneo de Davao University had 48 first-time takers, 47 of whom passed the bar exams, achieving a passing percentage of 92.97%.
There were 55 bar takers from AdDU, and 52 successfully passed the bar exam, achieving an outstanding 94.55% passing rate.
The new lawyers include: Atty. Don Victorio Advincula, Atty. Miguel Alleandro Alag, Atty. Dania Alcoran, Atty. Frances Noreen Arellano, Atty. Leah Lisette Aying, Atty. Patricia Anne Ballos, Atty, Ezekiel Biter, Atty. Mae Bungabong, Atty, Ma. Luisa Rose Caybot, Atty. Gerifel Cerillo, Atty. Mary Grace Chew, Atty, Trisha Marie Cruz, Atty, Marc Daniel Cullo, Atty. John Richard Delfin, Atty. Angelica Dilan, Atty. Geno Franco Espinosa, Atty. Pearl Leanne Eugenio, Atty. John Dy Flauta, Atty. Shekinah Mae Fortuna, Atty. Justine Faye Frias, Atty. Ezarianne Diana Rose Gido, Atty. Najim Guinomla, Atty. Jamaica Hechanova, Atty. Rosella Angelica Junsay, Atty. Khurshid Kalabud Jr., Atty. Dyanarah Rose Lazo, Stty/ Victorio Malicay Jr., Atty. Dexter Vaughn Mancao, Atty. Christian Angelo Mariano, Atty. Karen Joy Masapol, Atty. Jann Noel Melchor Jr., Atty. Angeli Chiara Mesiona, Atty. Benjo Romil Nono, Atty. Nico Wesley Ong, Atty. Katrina Marie Oralde, Atty. Jefferson Louie Pasagui, Atty. Al Qadir Pasawilan, Atty. Phedora Mariella Peñamante, Atty. Praisah Marjorey Picot, Atty. Katrina Angelica Plaza, Atty. Renzo Polinar, Atty. Jackie Quiñones, Atty. Ma. Nia-Josel Ramos, Atty. Michael Renz Ramos, Atty. Rovi Kennth Ramos, Atty. Rojean Romanes, Atty. Sarah Melisse Sosoban, Atty. Kristine Mae Tadique, Atty. Marvin Uy, Atty. Cassandra Kristel Verana, Atty. Trishma Marie Villa-Abrille and, Atty. Marie Myrtle Viva.
This achievement reflects the school’s commitment to academic excellence and its comprehensive training programs designed to prepare law students for success.
Ateneo de Davao University’s law school is known for its rigorous curriculum, dedicated faculty, and emphasis on ethical lawyering.
With its mission rooted in justice and service, AdDU continues to produce competent and socially responsible legal professionals who contribute to nation-building and uphold the values of Jesuit education.
Edith Z Caduaya studied Bachelor of Science in Development Communication at the University of Southern Mindanao.
The chairperson of Mindanao Independent Press Council (MIPC) Inc.
