AKBAYAN Party-list First Nominee Chel Diokno is recommending the deployment of law graduates who have not passed the Bar exams as legal consultants for barangays.

“Isa sa mga isinusulong namin sa Akbayan ay magkaroon ng legal consultant ang bawat barangay. Kayang gawin ‘yan dahil napakaraming law graduate na nagtatapos sa mga law school natin na hindi pa kumukuha o nakakapasa sa Bar,” Diokno said.

“Dahil graduate na sila, puwede natin silang i-deploy sa bawat barangay para makatulong sa mga Lupong Tagapamayapa at makapagbigay ng libreng konsultasyon sa mga residente,” he added.

Diokno also called for more training for Lupong Tagapamayapa members to enhance their ability to effectively mediate disputes and promote peaceful conflict resolution at the barangay level.

“Sa tulong ng mga law graduates, mapapalakas natin ang legal na kaalaman ng ating mga opisyal ng barangay at mapapabilis ang pagresolba ng mga alitan sa ating mga komunidad,” Diokno stressed.

The legal consultants may also provide free legal guidance to residents on common concerns such as land disputes, domestic issues, and labor-related matters—giving them quick access to legal information without having to leave their barangay.

The initiative will also provide meaningful opportunities for law graduates who have not yet passed the Bar, enabling them to practice their legal skills and gain experience while serving their communities.

Diokno visited Bohol to meet with supporters and volunteers from various areas of the province and paid a courtesy call to Tagbilaran City Mayor Jane Yap.