Lex Situs Property Law

Summary

The principle of Lex situs refers to the law governing property based on its location. For property in the Philippines, legal matters are subject to Philippine law, irrespective of the owners nationality or residence. This principle is crucial in real estate and immovable property cases, ensuring that local laws apply to property within a specific jurisdiction.

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In Philippines
The principle of Lex situs means that legal matters involving property are governed by the laws of the place where the property is situated.
- For property in the Philippines, Philippine law will apply regardless of the owner's nationality or residence.
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