MANILA, Philippines — Jhenroniel Rhey Timola Sanchez, a University of the Philippines (UP) Law graduate, topped the 2025 Bar Examinations with a score of 92.70%, the Supreme Court announced on Wednesday, January 7.
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| Jhenroniel Rhey Timola Sanchez. Photo courtesy: UP Law Center |
He outperformed 11,420 examinees and joined 5,594 successful candidates set to become licensed lawyers, achieving this feat on his first attempt.
A total of 5,594 examinees, or 48.98 percent, passed the rigorous three-day exams held on September 7, 10, and 14 across 14 testing centers nationwide.
The exams were conducted under the supervision of Supreme Court Associate Justice Amy C. Lazaro-Javier, chairman of the Court’s Committee on Bar Examinations, ensuring fairness and integrity in the process.
Before studying law, Sanchez earned a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from UP Los Baños in 2017 and became a Registered Electrical Engineer (REE) later that year.
While completing his Juris Doctor at UP Diliman College of Law, he served as a research assistant in the UP Law Center’s Information and Publication Division, gaining hands-on experience in legal research and publication.
The successful examinees, including Sanchez, are scheduled to take their oath and sign the Roll of Attorneys on February 6, 2026 (Friday) at the Philippine Arena, officially joining the ranks of Philippine lawyers.
Sanchez’s journey from registered electrical engineer to topnotcher highlights his dedication, perseverance, and bold pursuit of a new professional path.
— The Summit Express