MANILA, Philippines — Tokyo Olympics pole-vaulter EJ Obiena has tapped the services of a law firm in preparation for what could be a legal battle against the Philippine Athletics Track and Field Association (PATAFA).
“I have officially engaged Atty. Alex Avisado and the Gana Tan Atienza Avisado Law Offices as my legal counsel to represent me in all current and future investigations including the filing of any possible and appropriate civil, criminal and administrative actions,” said Obiena, 26.
Obiena also tapped Jim Lafferty and Atty. Bobbet Bruce in Manila to address all pertinent questions regarding the current impasse with PATAFA.