Section 52Republic Act No. 2260, as amended, and as organized under the Integrated Reorganization Plan may serve as the nucleus of the Civil Service Commission., Sec./Art. 52

Authority of Officers to Administer Oaths, Take Testimony, Prosecute and Defend Cases in Court. Members of the Commission, chiefs of offices, and other officers and employees of the Commission designated in writing by the Chairman may administer such oaths as may be necessary in the transactions of official business and administer oaths and take testimony in connection with any authorized investigation. Attorneys of the Commission may prosecute and defend cases in connection with the functions of the Commission before any court or tribunal.