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Question XIV
Czarina died single. She left all her properties by will to her friend Duqueza. In the will, Czarina stated that she did not recognize Marco as an adopted son because of his disrespectful conduct towards her. Duqueza soon instituted an action for probate of Czarina's will. Marco, on the other hand, instituted intestate proceedings. Both actions were consolidated before the RTC of Pasig. On motion of Marco, Duqueza's petition was ordered dismissed on the ground that the will is void for depriving him of his legitime. Argue for Duqueza. (5%)
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