Atty. Krisanto Karlo Nicolas, one of the Founding Partners, obtained his Juris Doctor degree in Law from the Ateneo de Manila University School of Law, where he graduated with Honors and was awarded the Silver Medal Second Honors award. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Public Administration from the University of the Philippines in Diliman.
Atty. Nicolas specializes in corporate law and commercial litigation and arbitration, franchise law, data privacy, tax law, labor and employment law and admiralty and maritime law. He is an experienced litigator, having handled countless civil, criminal and administrative cases before various courts and quasi-judicial tribunals in the country. Furthermore, he is an expert on data privacy law and has assisted companies on data privacy compliance.
Aside from legal work, he is also the host of the radio show entitled "Ang Buhay at Batas" aired at DZRJ 810AM together with Atty. Nikki de Vega. Likewise, he is currently a regular columnist and legal adviser for the magazine Franchise Today. He also writes as a regular columnist for the publication Builders Today.
Atty. Nicolas was a professorial lecturer at the De La Salle Graduate School of Business -Far Eastern University Institute of Law, the Philippines' first Juris Doctor-M.B.A. program, where he taught Legal Ethics. He also served as a thesis/dissertation defense panelist for the same esteemed academic institution.
Atty. Norieva “Nikki” de Vega is the Managing Partner of Nicolas & De Vega Law Offices (NDV Law). She obtained her Juris Doctor degree in Law from the Ateneo de Manila University School of Law where she graduated Class Salutatorian . She also received the Silver Medal Second Honors award. Moreover, she was bestowed the Silver Medal for Academic Excellence for her achievements in the field of academics. She also holds a bachelor’s degree in Public Administration from the University of the Philippines in Diliman. In addition, she has finished the Intellectual Property Law School Program of the Instituto de Estudos Europeus de Macau. Furthermore, she has successfully completed the Intellectual Property Training for Lawyers held in Tokyo, Japan and sponsored by the Japan Patent Office in coordination with the Association on Overseas Technical Scholarship. She also holds a Certificate from the World Intellectual Property Office (WIPO) for her completion of the WIPO Summer School on Intellectual Property held in Daejeon, Republic of Korea. Atty. de Vega is currently taking up Masters of Law in Global Competition and Consumer Law at the University of Melbourne.
A duly registered resident representative accredited by the Philippine Intellectual Property Office, Atty. de Vega primarily practices intellectual property law, including licensing and technology transfer agreements and the prosecution and maintenance of trademarks, copyrights, patents, utility models, industrial designs. She also specializes in all areas of local and international taxation, election law, competition and antitrust law and entertainment law. She has extensive experience in litigation, particularly in the fields of tax law, family law, intellectual property litigation and enforcement actions.
Atty. De Vega is a law professor at the Far Eastern University Institute of Law where she teaches Political Law Review to graduating law students. She is also a thesis/dissertation defense panelist. Pertinently, she is duly accredited as a Trainer by the Licensing Executives Society International.
In addition to teaching, Atty. De Vega is a media practitioner and a member of the Kapisanan nang mga Brodkaster ng Pilipinas. At present, she is the host of the radio show entitled "Ang Buhay at Batas" aired at DZRJ 810AM together with Atty. Karlo Nicolas. Likewise, she was the host of the radio show "Mind Your Own Business" from 2011 to 2015 aired also at DZRJ 810 AM. In addition, she was a radio announcer at DWLA-FM 105.9 from 1997 to 1998. Atty. De Vega is also a regular columnist at FranchisingPH, one of the leading resources in franchising in the Philippines. Moreover, she also writes for OFWHotjobs, a magazine devoted to Filipino overseas workers. Pertinently, Atty. De Vega has appeared in numerous television shows and radio programs as a legal expert in various fields of law such as business, labor, election, family and the like.
Atty. de Vega is also active in the community. She served as President of the prestigious Philippine Chamber of Commerce & Industry – Mandaluyong from 2014 to 2017. Further, she is the Director and Chairman of the Welfare Service Committee of the Philippine Red Cross Rizal Chapter- Mandaluyong Branch.
Atty. De Jesus has a Bachelor of Laws degree from the University of Sto. Tomas, the oldest existing university in Asia. Furthermore, he holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Political Science from the same university where he was bestowed with the Best Thesis Award.
A passionate and dedicated advocate, Atty. De Jesus is adept at drafting pleadings filed in courts and administrative agencies. He specializes in criminal and civil litigation and actively appears before the Office of the City Prosecutor where he has assisted victims of crimes and felonies achieve justice.
Atty. De Jesus also specializes in contract, corporate and business law and is very skilled in assisting companies and businesses in the Philippines. His dedication and passion for the client’s cause coupled with his extensive knowledge of business law comprise a winning formula for the best legal representation. With Atty. De Jesus leading the roster of associates, the Firm's clients can rest easy as they are in the best hands.
Atty. Melissa Roe Mendoza obtained her Juris Doctor degree from San Beda University in Mendiola, Manila. She also holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Political Science from the University of the Philippines in Diliman. A born achiever, Melissa was the Head of the Academics Committee of the UP Sigma Delta Pi Bar Operations.
A multi-faceted individual, Melissa has vast knowledge in legal research, legal writing, legal document preparation, legal terminologies, file organization, Microsoft Offices and Adobe Photoshop. Such a compendium of skills was honed by Melissa through her winning attitude coupled with a dedication to the pursuit of excellence.
Melissa lends her expertise and topnotch work ethics to NDV Law’s Criminal and Civil Litigation Department. Armed with an indomitable commitment to excellence, strong foundation in law and fervor for the client’s cause, Melissa complements NDV Law’s formidable legal team.
Atty. Karlyn Mae E. Agcaoili has a Juris Doctor degree from the University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Civil Law, where she graduated cum laude and ranked 7th in her class. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Behavioral Science from the same university, where she also graduated cum laude.
As a law student, Karlyn participated in various international debate competitions, and led the University of Santo Tomas Law Debate and Moot Society, serving as Vice President for Moot in 2017 and as President in 2018. Karlyn was also an Editor of the University of Santo Tomas Law Review, as well as an active member of the Golden Notes Committee.
Prior to her senior year in the law school, Atty. Karlyn served as a legal intern in the Public Attorney’s Office, where she assisted lawyers in preparing cases through research, formulating arguments, and drafting documents and pleadings.
Her devotion to research and clients’ cause helps the firm stay true to its mission of providing unparalleled legal services at a reasonable cost. A lawyer with debate prowess, strong academic background and passion for justice, Karlyn is a formidable force to be reckoned with and is a valuable addition to the pool of great legal minds forming the Litigation Department of NDV Law.
Atty. Anna Gabrielle L. Sunga obtained her Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from the University of the Philippines-Manila, where she graduated with Latin honors, as well as a candidate for the Best Thesis. Furthermore, she is armed with a Juris Doctor degree from the Ateneo de Manila University School of Law.
During her time in law school, Anna was an active student associate at the Ateneo Legal Services Center and the Ateneo Human Rights Center. It was though these organizations that she first experienced handling criminal, civil, and administrative cases. She also honed her legal writing and legal research skills when she served as an intern at the Office of the Solicitor General.
Diligent, detail-oriented, and analytical, Anna is undeniably an asset to NDV Law. Her highly relevant skills combined with a compassionate heart, Anna brings value, not only to the Firm, but also to its clients. Undoubtedly, she is instrumental in enabling NDV Law to maintain its status as one of the best law firms in the country.