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Madrinan vs. Madrinan

FELIPE N. MADRINAN, Petitioner, versus FRANCISCA R. MADRINAN, Respondent.

G.R. No. 159374 | 2007-07-12

FIRST DIVISION
 
D E C I S I O N 
 
CORONA, J.: 
 
When a family breaks up, the children are always the victims. The ensuing battle for custody of the minor children is not only a thorny issue but also a highly sensitive and heart-rending affair. Such is the case here. Even the usually technical subject of jurisdiction became emotionally charged. 
 
Petitioner Felipe N. Madriñan and respondent Francisca R. Madriñan were married on July 7, 1993 in Parañaque City. They resided in San Agustin Village, Brgy. Moonwalk, Parañaque City. 
 
Their union was blessed with three sons and a...