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College of Law

Championing Justice, Inspiring Legal Excellence.

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Mindanao State University

Tawi-Tawi College of Technology and Oceanography

AACCUP Accredited

AACCUP Accredited

Level II Re-Accredited Status

CHED

CHED

Commission on Higher Education

ISO 9001:2015 Certified

ISO 9001:2025 Certified

Quality Management System

About the College of Law - Tawi-Tawi Extension

The College of Law – Tawi-Tawi Extension, one of the newly established extension campuses of the Mindanao State University (MSU) College of Law, was formally created and approved by former University President, Atty. Basari Dimakuta Mapupuno, during the 51st Commencement Exercises of the MSU Tawi-Tawi College of Technology and Oceanography, held at the Henry V. Kong Gymnasium on August 2, 2023.

College of Law - Tawi-Tawi Extension

Excellence in Legal Education

Committed to social justice through quality legal education

Est. 2023

The College of Law aims to:

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Prepare its students to the practice of law;

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Inculcate upon our students an awareness and commitment to the needs of the deprived and oppressed sectors of our society;

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Bring legal service to the people through legal aid programs and other external services;

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Assist in the development of Islamic Law and Jurisprudence and the Philippine legal system and legal institution in the light of historical and contemporary development of law in the country and other countries in the world.

Legal Education Excellence

Comprehensive Juris Doctor program that prepares students for the practice of law with competence and integrity

Social Justice Commitment

Developing lawyers who are aware and committed to serving the needs of deprived and oppressed sectors

Community Legal Services

Legal aid programs and external services to bring justice closer to the people

Islamic Law Development

Contributing to the development of Islamic Law and Jurisprudence in the Philippine legal system

Our Impact in Numbers

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Academic Programs

Innovative legal education programs preparing future legal professionals

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Research & Innovation

Pioneering legal research initiatives addressing contemporary challenges in law, justice, and legal education

Legal Education Innovation

Research on innovative legal pedagogy, curriculum development, and assessment strategies to enhance legal education outcomes and prepare competent legal professionals.

Legal Technology & Innovation

Research on legal technology tools, digital law platforms, artificial intelligence in legal practice, and technology integration in legal education and courtroom proceedings.

Access to Justice & Legal Reform

Research on legal aid programs, judicial reform initiatives, alternative dispute resolution mechanisms, and strategies to enhance access to justice for marginalized communities.

Meet Our Research Leaders

Our legal scholars, guest lecturers, and judicial partners advance transformative research in constitutional development, access to justice, and emerging legal technologies—bridging courtroom practice with academic inquiry to build a responsive legal system for Mindanao and beyond.

15+ Legal Publications

Peer-reviewed journals & policy papers

12+ Judicial Innovations

Benchcraft projects & courtroom trainings

8+ Research Partnerships

Courts, law firms, policy institutions

18+ Legal Mentors

Judges, prosecutors, law reform advocates

Judicial Leadership & Courtroom Practice

  • Judge Jamel T. Mamutuk, CPA, CESE, SCL — Executive Judge, RTC Initao Specializations: Criminal Procedure • Civil Procedure • Evidence • Shari’ah Procedure
  • Judge Joventino V. Diamante — Judge, RTC Branch 2-Family Court, Bongao Specializations: Civil Law • Criminal Law • Judicial Processes
  • Provincial Prosecutor J. Jerry Cuento — Provincial Prosecutor, Fiscal’s Office Tawi-Tawi Specializations: Criminal Prosecution • Legal Advocacy • Case Strategy

Legal Advocacy & Access to Justice

  • Prosecutor Jamairah A. Nagamora — National Prosecution Service Tawi-Tawi Specializations: Litigation • Legislation • Human Rights Advocacy
  • Atty. Junaid G. Cader — Attorney II, Public Attorney’s Office Marawi Specializations: Criminal Law • Public Defense • Client Representation
  • Atty. Ymil Rjiv D. Matba — Managing Partner, Batocabe & Partners Law Offices Specializations: Civil & Criminal Litigation • Labor Compliance • Corporate Practice

Constitutional & Policy Leadership

  • Assoc. Prof. Atty. Datu Esma Mikee P. Maruhom — Assistant Dean, College of Law Specializations: Constitutional Law • Peacebuilding • Shari’ah Legal Education
  • Atty. Mohamad M. Rayyan Domado, SCL — Attorney IV, Bangsamoro Attorney General’s Office Specializations: Islamic Law • Administrative Law • Climate Justice
  • Atty. Rashid V. Pandi, LL.M. — Legal Practitioner & Guest Lecturer Specializations: Advanced Legal Studies • Comparative Law • Legal Research Methods

Discover more about our mentors in the Guest Lecturer and Faculty Spotlight sections.

Guest Lecturer

Distinguished legal professionals who share their expertise and insights with our students

Judge Jamel T. Mamutuk

Judge Jamel T. Mamutuk, CPA, CESE, SCL

Executive Judge, Regional Trial Court of Initao

Executive Judge
Specializations: Criminal Procedure • Civil Procedure • Evidence • Shari'ah Procedure

Executive Judge at the Regional Trial Court of Initao with CPA, CESE, and SCL credentials, bringing judicial expertise and administrative excellence to legal education.

Judge Joventino V. Diamante

Judge Joventino V. Diamante

Judge, Regional Trial Court Branch 2-Family Court, Bongao, Tawi-Tawi

Judge, RTC Branch 2-FC
Specializations: Civil Law • Criminal Law • Judicial Processes

Judge at the Regional Trial Court Branch 2-Family Court in Bongao, Tawi-Tawi, sharing insights on court procedures and judicial decision-making processes.

Provincial Prosecutor J. Jerry Cuento

Provincial Prosecutor J. Jerry Cuento

Provincial Prosecutor, Fiscal's Office – Tawi-Tawi

Provincial Prosecutor
Specializations: Criminal Prosecution • Criminal Law • Legal Advocacy

Provincial Prosecutor at the Fiscal's Office – Tawi-Tawi with extensive experience in criminal prosecution, bringing practical insights into the prosecutorial process and criminal justice system.

Personnel Spotlight

Meet our dedicated personnel who are committed to excellence in legal education and academic leadership.

Prof. Norhabib B. Barodi

Prof. Norhabib B. Barodi, Ll.M., SCL

Dean

Assoc. Prof. Atty. Datu Esma Mikee P. Maruhom

Assoc. Prof. Atty. Datu Esma Mikee P. Maruhom

Assistant Dean

Ms. Norsheen B. Sanuddin

Ms. Norsheen B. Sanuddin, MSci

Senior Supervising Officer

Mr. Asnawi C. Edris

Mr. Asnawi C. Edris, RL

Librarian I

Ms. Phriea M. Jumat

Ms. Phriea M. Jumat, LPT

Administrative Aide IV

Mr. Najer S. Panandigan

Mr. Najer S. Panandigan

Administrative Aide IV

Mr. Nur R. Jaafar

Mr. Nur R. Jaafar

Administrative Aide I

Contact Us

Have questions about our programs or admission process? Reach out to us through any of the channels below.

Email

law.tawitawicampus@msumain.edu.ph or mikeemaruhom@msutcto.edu.ph

Contact Person: Ms. Phriea M. Jumat, LPT

Phone

+63 927 892 1411

Address

2/F Indanan Anni Hall, MSU-TCTO

Sanga Sanga Bridge, Bongao, Tawi-Tawi

Office Hours

Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

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Our Location

2/F Indanan Anni Hall, MSU-TCTO
Sanga Sanga Bridge, Bongao, Tawi-Tawi

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Contact Information

Main Campus

Boheh Sallang, Sanga-Sanga
Bongao, Tawi-Tawi 7500

Manila Liason

MSU Manila Information and Liaison Office Rm 203, Leticia Bldg.
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Chancellor's Office

+63 917 310 7843
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