4. Analyze whether the lawyers are allowed to appear or practice the situations below.
Decide.
A. Atty. Peter, appearing in behalf of his mother, before barangay conciliation proceedings.
Yes, Atty. Peter can appear before barangay conciliation proceedings in behalf of
his mother.
B. Atty. Bruce, a Congressman, appearing in behalf of the petitioner in a declaration of
nullity of marriage case.
No, Atty. Bruce who is a Congressman cannot appear in behalf of the petitioner in
a declaration of nullity of marriage case.
C. Atty. Stephen, owner of ABC Lending Co., represents the company in small claim cases
against non-paying borrowers.
Yes, Atty. Stephen who is the owner of ABC Lending Co. can represent the company
in small claim cases against non-paying borrowers.