Francisco Chavez

Solicitor General of the Philippines

Francisco Chavez - Solicitor General of the Philippines
Born

1947
78 years ago

Died

September 11th, 2013
12 years ago — 66 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Philippines

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Served as Solicitor General of the Philippines, representing the government in legal matters before the Supreme Court. Played a significant role in various high-profile cases and legal reforms. Also held positions in the judiciary and contributed to public service through legal advocacy and training programs for future lawyers. Engaged in the analysis of legal policy and provided counsel on constitutional issues. Continued to influence the legal landscape in the Philippines throughout his career.

Represented the Philippine government in major Supreme Court cases

Contributed to legal training programs for lawyers

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