House probe: Roque ‘effectively’ lawyered for POGO

Summary

The transcript centers around a legal discussion where Attorney Roque addresses the establishment of a lawyer-client relationship, referencing a case between Eusebio Season and Attorney Lourdes Dumlao. The conversation emphasizes that such a relationship can form even without a written contract or payment of legal fees, simply through the provision of legal advice. Further, Attorney Roque's involvement in the ongoing application of Lucky South 99 for an internet gaming license is clarified, with no involvement in other matters, such as whirlwind-related issues, confirming the limited scope of his participation.

Takeaways

• 😀 The speaker confirms that there is no attorney-client relationship with Lucky South 99 or any of its shareholders or officers.
• 😀 The speaker references a legal case involving Eusebio Season vs. Attorney Lourdes Dumlao, emphasizing the definition of an attorney-client relationship.
• 😀 An attorney-client relationship is formed when a lawyer provides legal advice to a person, even without a formal contract or payment for services.
• 😀 The speaker clarifies that the attorney-client relationship does not require a written agreement or payment of legal fees.
• 😀 The speaker refers to the involvement of Attorney Roque in discussions about the ongoing application of Lucky South 99 for an internet gaming license.
• 😀 The speaker asserts that no discussions occurred regarding Whirlwind, as there is no contractual or relationship with it.
• 😀 Attorney Roque was involved in discussions regarding missing documents for Lucky South 99's application, not regarding any issues related to payment or fees.
• 😀 Attorney Roque made follow-up calls related to Lucky South 99's internet gaming license application, but no discussions were made regarding Whirlwind.
• 😀 The speaker confirms that the phone calls received from Attorney Roque were solely related to Lucky South 99 and not any other entities.
• 😀 The nature of the conversations focused on completing the documentation necessary for the accreditation of Lucky South 99, not other business or legal concerns.

Q & A

Did the speaker confirm a lawyer-client relationship with Lucky South 99?

No, the speaker clarified that they do not have any attorney-client relationship with any shareholder or officer of Lucky South 99.

What case did the speaker reference during the discussion?

The speaker referenced the case of Eusebio season versus Attorney Lourdes Dumlao, AC number 1199, dated April 20, 2021.

What constitutes the establishment of a lawyer-client relationship, according to the speaker?

A lawyer-client relationship is established when a lawyer consistently indicates to a person seeking advice that they would provide legal representation or assistance, regardless of the lack of a written contract or payment of legal fees.

Is it necessary for a written contract or payment of legal fees to establish a lawyer-client relationship?

No, the speaker emphasized that even in the absence of a written contract or payment, the relationship can still be established when legal advice is provided.

Did the speaker have any consultations with anyone from Lucky South 99?

No, the speaker confirmed that there were no consultations or interactions with anyone from Lucky South 99.

What was the nature of the communication between Attorney Roque and the speaker?

Attorney Roque inquired about any missing documents related to the accreditation of Lucky South 99 for an internet gaming license.

Was the discussion limited to the payment of arrears (ARAR) as mentioned by Attorney Roque?

No, the speaker clarified that the discussion was related to the ongoing application of Lucky South 99 for an internet gaming license, not just about the payment of arrears.

Did the speaker have any involvement with 'Whirlwind' in the context of the discussions?

No, the speaker stated that there was no involvement or relationship with 'Whirlwind,' as it had no accreditation or contractual relationship with the relevant parties.

Did the speaker receive any phone calls from Attorney Roque that involved Whirlwind?

No, the speaker confirmed that all phone calls from Attorney Roque were about Lucky South 99 and did not involve Whirlwind.

What was the purpose of the phone calls the speaker received from Attorney Roque?

The phone calls were to follow up on the application of Lucky South 99 for an internet gaming license, ensuring that all necessary documents were in order.