Election Law
Decisive representation in Philippine electoral contests, disqualification cases, and campaign compliance.
Philippine elections are governed by the Omnibus Election Code, the automated election laws, and the rules of the Commission on Elections (COMELEC). We represent candidates, political parties, and voters in election contests, disqualification proceedings, pre-proclamation controversies, and campaign finance matters. Our work is time-sensitive and strategic — electoral disputes move on strict deadlines, and the right filings at the right moment often determine the outcome.
Services
- Election contests before the COMELEC and House of Representatives Electoral Tribunal
- Disqualification and nuisance candidate petitions
- Pre-proclamation controversies and correction of election returns
- Vote buying, electoral sabotage, and election offense defense
- Campaign finance compliance and Statement of Contributions and Expenditures (SOCE) matters
- Candidate qualification and residency requirements
- Recall and initiative proceedings
- Proclamation and certificate of canvass disputes
How we work
1. Intake and deadline check: We assess the matter and confirm the strict electoral deadlines that govern it.
2. Strategy and filing: We prepare petitions, oppositions, or defenses and file within the prescribed periods.
3. Proceedings: We represent clients in COMELEC hearings, recounts, and litigation.
4. Resolution: We pursue or defend appeals to the Supreme Court where the outcome demands it.
Frequently asked questions
How long do I have to file an election contest after the proclamation?
You have ten days from the proclamation of the winning candidate to file a regular election contest for a provincial or city elective position. Pre-proclamation controversies run on shorter periods. We confirm the exact deadline for your position and jurisdiction, and file within it.
What is a disqualification case under the Omnibus Election Code?
A disqualification case challenges a candidate's eligibility to run or hold office. Grounds include failing constitutional or statutory qualifications, material misrepresentation, nuisance candidacy, and election law violations. Petitions must be filed within COMELEC's prescribed periods, which we monitor closely.
Are there spending limits for political candidates in the Philippines?
Yes — candidates face per-voter spending caps set by law, with higher caps for president and vice president. Every candidate must also file a Statement of Contributions and Expenditures within 30 days after election day. We advise on compliance and represent clients in SOCE proceedings.
Contact Eleazar Bangi & Associates Law Firm
Office: 511 Bell Mansion, Bagong Pag-asa, Quezon City, Metro Manila 1105, Philippines. Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Email: rjbangi@reblegal.com. WhatsApp and Viber available. Contact us.