President Ferdinand R. Marcos and First Lady Liza Araneta Marcos recently celebrated her 65th birthday in Baguio City. True to her preference for privacy, the First Lady chose a quiet family gathering to mark the occasion.
A Quiet Family Celebration
In an interview at Malacañan Palace, President Marcos provided details about the birthday celebration. He mentioned that the First Lady prefers a low-key event for her birthdays, stating:
"Si First Lady 'pag birthday niya, nagtatago lagi. Gusto niya tahimik na tahimik lang. Kaya 'yung party niya was last Thursday pa."
He added:
"I came from Baguio. We stayed in Baguio for her birthday. Very quiet, family lang."
The celebration, held a day before her actual birthday, was attended by just their immediate family. The First Lady later shared a photo on social media with the President and a birthday cake from the Philippine Coast Guard.
A Distinguished Career
Atty. Liza Araneta Marcos has built a notable career in law and education. She is currently a founding partner at M& Associate in Taguig, a position she has held since September 2019. She also teaches at Mariano Marcos State University (MMSU), where she covers topics such as Criminal Law and Environmental Law.
Her career highlights include:
- Founding Partner at Most Law (formerly Marcos, Ochoa, Serapio & Tan) in Pasig from September 2006 to February 2019.
- Professor at St. Louis University in Baguio City from 2014 to 2018, where she taught Criminal Law, Legal Ethics, and other subjects.
- Professor at Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila (PLM) from 2010 to 2014, covering Criminal Law and Election Law.
- Professor at Northeastern University College of Law in Ilocos Norte from 1998 to 2010, where she taught various legal subjects.
- Professor at Far Eastern College of Law in Manila from 1996 to 1998.
- Senior Associate at De Borja Medialdea Ala Hello Guevara & Serapio in Makati from 1990 to 1995.
- Senior Associate at Bell Kalnick Klee & Green in New York from 1989 to 1990.
- Associate at Jeffrey Ween & Associate in New York from 1986 to 1989.
She holds a Juris Doctor degree from Ateneo de Manila Law School and completed masteral units in Criminal Procedure at New York University. Her undergraduate degree is a Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies from Ateneo de Manila University.
Reflecting on Their Journey
The couple's story began in New York in 1988, where they first met while Liza was studying law. They married in Fiesole, Italy, on April 17, 1993. They have three sons: Ferdinand Alexander, Joseph Simon, and William Vincent.
The First Lady's 65th birthday celebration in Baguio City was a testament to her preference for privacy and family-centered events, showcasing both her personal and professional life.
