However qualified she was, Chief Justice Sereno’s deep selection was a President’s vengeance. Chief Justice Sereno has initiated a slew of judicial reforms, arguably more than any other court in recent history. The Sereno court is renowned for its heightened demand for accountability from judges and from lawyers who are also officers of the Court. Chief Justice Sereno and several other Justices are also efficient managers who have not hesitated to take advantage of technology to facilitate the efficiency of systems and processes. Chief Justice Sereno herself is exhibit A of how Justices will tend to align their independence with that of the institution.

Source: Philippine Star December 01, 2017 16:27 UTC