MEMORANDUM CIRCULAR NO. 14

: The main purpose of Memorandum Circular No. 14 is to encourage all government lawyers to participate in the 19th Integrated Bar of the Philippines National Convention of Lawyers.
: The convention is scheduled from February 16 to 18, 2023, at the SMX Convention Center in Davao City.
: All lawyers employed in government departments, agencies, offices, government-owned or controlled corporations, government financial institutions, and state universities and colleges are encouraged to participate.
: Yes, government lawyers may attend the convention on official time provided they have the necessary clearances or authorities from their respective heads of office.
: Compliance with Civil Service Commission Memorandum Circular No. 43 (s. 1993) and National Budget Circular No. 563 (s. 2016) is required.
: Participation must not adversely affect the operations of their offices or the delivery of public services, and they must secure clearance from their heads of office.
: The theme is 'IBP at 50: Looking Back, Moving Forward.'
: The circular took effect immediately upon issuance on January 20, 2023.
: Participation fosters professional development, collaboration among government lawyers, and engagement in the legal community through the IBP.