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The academic arm of the Chief Justice Claudio Teehankee Foundation Chief Justice Claudio Teehankee was born on April 18, 1918 in Manila, Philippines.

He was married to Pilar D. Javier with whom he has nine children. He received his A.B. summa cm laude in 1938 and LL.B. summa cm laude in 1940 from the Ateneo de Manila. He also garnered first place in the 1940 bar examinations with an average of 94.35 percent. He became Secretary of Justice under the Marcos administration in 1967 before being appointed as associate justice in 1968. After his re

tirement, he was appointed as the Philippine Ambassador to the United Nations, where he died of cancer in Manhattan, New York on November 27, 1989. He is interred at the Libingan ng mga Bayani.
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He was known as the court's "activist" justice because of his dissenting opinions in many vital cases affecting the Marcos administration. He was the lone dissenter in many cases, such the High Tribunal's decision upholding the constitutionality of the Judiciary Reorganization Act of 1980. He also dissented in policies which would seem to curtail the basic liberties of people. For a time, Teehankee and Justice Cecilia Muñoz-Palma would make dissents together. After Muñoz-Palma's retirement, he was joined by Associate Justice Vicente Abad Santos in making dissents. It was this activism that made Marcos 'by-pass' him twice for the position of Chief Justice (the most senior associate justice is most likely to succeed after the retirement of the Chief Justice) in 1985. It was after the ousting of Marcos that did he get appointed as Chief Justice by the Aquino administration in 1986. At the close of the People Power Revolution in 1986, he administered the oath of office to Corazon Aquino at Club Filipino, San Juan at 10:00 am, two hours before Marcos' version of the presidential oath-taking at Malacanang at noon of February 25.

14/02/2026

Only 1 day to go!

The Teehankee Center for the Rule of Law is set to welcome all aspiring law students to the Ateneo Law School Mock Entrance Exam happening tomorrow.

Designed to simulate the actual entrance examination experience, this mock exam will allow incoming ALS applicants to familiarize themselves with the format, pacing, and level of difficulty under timed conditions. It is an opportunity to assess your preparedness, identify areas for improvement, and approach the actual exam with greater confidence.

📅 February 15, 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM
💻 Via Zoom
🔓 The Zoom room will open and participants will be admitted as early as 5:30 PM.

Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89041647803?pwd=QCc7hjM5pDM5Jab2bgypMIj7OCYAx6.1

Open to all incoming Ateneo Law School applicants.

We look forward to seeing you tomorrow.

30/01/2026

The Teehankee Center for the Rule of Law invites all aspiring law students to take part in our Ateneo Law School Mock Entrance Exam.

This mock exam is designed to help incoming ALS applicants familiarize themselves with the format, time pressure, and overall experience of the Ateneo Law School entrance examination. It is an opportunity to assess your readiness, identify areas for improvement, and gain confidence before the actual exam.

🗓 February 15, 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM
💻 Via Zoom

Open to all incoming Ateneo Law School applicants.
More details will be announced soon.

19/02/2025

Hey aspiring Ateneo Law students! The Teehankee Center for the Rule of Law invites you to participate in our Mock Exam this Friday.

The THK Mock Entrance Exams will be held via Zoom on February 21, 2025 at 8:00 p.m.

After the exams, THK members will share valuable tips on answering exam questions and strategies for better preparation for the upcoming ALSAT. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your test-taking and study skills!

Sign up using the QR code. See you there!

19/09/2024

Hey Freshies! The Teehankee Center for the Rule of Law invites you to participate in our Mock Midterms this Saturday!

The THK Mock Midterm Exams will be held via Zoom on September 21, 2024, from 10:00 PM to 11:00 PM, covering the following subjects:

Constitutional Law 1
Criminal Law 1
Persons and Family Law

After the exams, join us for a workshop where THK mentors will share valuable tips on answering exam questions and strategies for better preparation. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your study skills!

Sign up using the QR code. See you there!

01/02/2024

The Teehankee Center for the Rule of Law would like to extend their gratitude to everyone who attended “A Lecture on International Human Rights Law - Freedom of Expression and Opinion”

14/01/2024

In line with our goal of advocating for a socially-conscious legal education, this event, sponsored by the Teehankee Center for the Rule of Law, aims to assist Ateneo Law School (ALS) applicants in their journey to become an Atenean Lawyer.

This event is open to all aspiring ALS applicants. However, please note that limited virtual slots are available and that registration for this event will close by January 19, 11:59PM.

Details of the event:
January 20, 2024
6:30PM - 8:00PM

Registration Link: https://bitly.ws/38pqU

09/01/2024

The rule of law and freedom of expression and opinion are intertwined as essential pillars of a democratic society. Together, they create a relationship that is fundamental to safeguarding individual liberties, fostering social cohesion, and upholding the principles of justice within a democratic framework.

The Claudio Teehankee Center for the Rule of Law invites you to a lecture entitled “A Lecture on International Human Rights Law - Freedom of Expression and Opinion” on January 31, 2024 from 9AM to 12PM at the B1 Auditorium, Ateneo Professional Schools, 20 Rockwell Drive, Rockwell Center, Makati, Metro Manila.

Join us as Ms. Irene Khan, a trailblazer in the field, sheds light on the fundamental rights of expression and opinion — an insightful exploration that transcends borders and resonates with our shared commitment to freedom. Don't miss this opportunity to deepen your understanding!

You may sign up using the QR code in the photo or by clicking this link: https://shorturl.at/kpBM8.

26/05/2023

One day left before our Webinar entitled "From Principle to Practice: The Rule of Law and the Sustainable Development Goals."

Don't forget to sign-up through the link below:
https://forms.gle/iodv1VFGhQmu9VX77

See you there!

Zoom details
Meeting ID: 853 9382 7822
Passcode: 447228

25/05/2023

See you at our webinar on May 27, 2023 from 6-8PM entitled "From Principle to Practice: The Rule of Law and the Sustainable Development Goals"

Know more about the relation of the Rule of Law and the Sustainable Development Goals from our speakers, Ms. Natividad Gruet and Dr. Leland dela Cruz!

If you haven't signed up yet, it is not too late as you may sign up through the link below:
https://forms.gle/iodv1VFGhQmu9VX77

This event is is partnership with San Beda Debate Society and The Repvblic.

21/05/2023

The rule of law plays an important role in achieving sustainable development and advancing the SDGs, including the environmental sustainability, economic development, human rights, social justice, and policy coherence.

The Claudio Teehankee Center for the Rule of Law invites you to our Zoom Webinar on May 27, 2023 from 5-7PM entitled "From Principle to Practice: The Rule of Law and the Sustainable Development Goals"

Join us and learn more about the connections between the rule of law and sustainable development in different sectors.

You may sign-up through the link below:
https://forms.gle/iodv1VFGhQmu9VX77

25/02/2023

In accordance with the Rule of Law and Good Governance, the Teehankee Center for the Rule of Law commemorates the 37th Anniversary of the EDSA People Power Revolution.

Let us remember that the freedom of speech and the freedom of expression are Constitutionally-protected rights.

We will never be silenced. Never again.

Address

Integritas Hall 4th Flr. Ateneo Professional Schools, Rockwell Center
Makati City

Website

http://teehankeeruleoflaw.org/

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