I can't believe it when I was reading the entire story of the case in a news article that was just decided upon by the Philippines Supreme Court. Yes, this person I'm referring to is a Filipino and his story is not exactly like Mike Ross from Suits but it's definitely close.
In August, 2012, respondent Richard Caronan was arrested by the police on cases of estafa. It turns out that he's using the name of his sibling as Atty. Patrick Caronan, and presented himself in clients as professional lawyer.
The facts of this case is that of a classic swindler who presents himself in front of clients as a professional when in truth and in fact, he is not.
What's I find very interesting in this case is the fact that Richard Caronan never really finished his undergrad study. But even so, he was able to enter into a law school.
Not only that, he passed the Bar exams and practiced law before he got arrested!
He was even attending MCLE (Mandatory Continuing Legal Education) classes required for lawyers.
Sounds familiar?
His brother, through their mother, found out that he passed the bar and used his name but he didn't give too much attention to it until he was summoned by the police and questioned him regarding criminal activities.
His brother eventually filed a case against him in fear of what might happen to him next if Richard continue using his name.
Richard is now disbarred from the practice of law and faces possible criminal charges.
Still, I think that what the world will always remember about him is that he never even finished his undergrad studies and he still managed to enter into a law school, pass the bar and practiced law like a boss.
