Extension Program

The College of Law conducts legal extension programs to provide free legal assistance, promote legal awareness, and educate communities about their rights and responsibilities under the law. 

On May 9, 2026, the NWU College of Law conducted an Legal Extension Service Program entitled “DAKAMI KEN TI LINTEG” at Barangay 55-B, Salet-Bulangon, Laoag City, with approximately 150 participants.

The program began with opening remarks from Ret. Prosecutor Manuel F. Aurelio, Dean of the College of Law, followed by a welcome address from Hon. Fernando F. Baracao Jr., Barangay Captain.

The activity featured lectures on:

• Family and Property Law by Ms. Christel Janela Baptista, 

• The Family Code of the Philippines by Mrs. Rosella A. Villegas, 

• Criminal Law by Mr. Jordan S. Saluta, Business Permit 

• Licensing by Mr. Brenford Jake M. Nicolas. 

The speakers provided practical information to help residents understand their legal rights, responsibilities, and the proper procedures for addressing common legal concerns.

An open forum followed, where residents raised questions about their concerns. Fiscal Edmund Turqueza and Fiscal Mariegold Cabrales provided legal guidance and clarified the issues raised by the participants.

The program concluded at 12:00 noon, successfully promoting legal awareness and strengthening the partnership between the College of Law and the local community. This initiative reflects the institution’s continuing commitment to community service, legal education, and public empowerment.