The Effect of the Integration of the Philippine Bar on the Effective Functioning of its Members

Abstract

The integration of the Philippine Bar was initiated basically to serve the purpose of uniting the lawyers and elevate the standards of the legal profession. This study aims to look into the origin, purpose and function of the Integrated Bar of the Philippines. It also seeks to answer questions regarding the inevitable effect of the integration on the performance of its members. The IBP is offering services not only for ordinary people but also for its members. But its significance as an organization of lawyers is still in question. Result would show that the uncooperativeness of some of the members of the organization is a result of poor leadership. The officers of the IBP neglects its duties to its members and wasn't able to project its significance.