Jude Louis A. Millares

Jude is a dynamic and research-driven legal practitioner with a strong foundation in litigation and a steadily growing practice in corporate law and special projects. He graduated summa cum laude from Ateneo de Davao University in 2018 with a degree in Mass Communication, and earned his Juris Doctor from the University of San Carlos, graduating 11th in his class. His law dissertation—on the applicability of Philippine laws to emerging legal issues in virtual and augmented reality—was recognized as a finalist in the Foundation for Liberty and Prosperity Dissertation Writing Contest (2022–2023).

After being admitted to the Philippine Bar in December 2023, Jude joined a mid-sized law firm where he honed a versatile litigation practice. He handled criminal, civil, labor, and appellate cases involving both individual and corporate clients. Notably, he was involved in a high-stakes white-collar criminal case involving business founders in the printing industry, which is now pending before the Supreme Court. He also contributed to a petition for certiorari challenging a pension-related law on equal protection grounds, and worked on a real property dispute involving a telecommunications company, also currently before the Supreme Court. Jude has likewise successfully handled labor matters, demonstrating strength in negotiation, drafting, and case strategy.

At AJA Law, Jude handles a wide range of legal work, including civil and criminal litigation, corporate advisory, and special legal projects. He is known for his strategic mindset, legal precision, and thorough preparation, with a commitment to crafting tailored legal solutions that reflect both the firm’s high standards and the client’s real-world context.

Outside of work, Jude embraces an active lifestyle. He enjoys running, swimming, hiking, and dance, and finds balance through travel—aiming to visit at least one new country each year to explore its cultures and cuisine.