NDV Law is composed of dedicated professionals who pursue excellence in every field. The lawyers of NDV Law possess stellar backgrounds and are in common unison to deliver cutting edge legal service. With unquenchable passion for law and sincere devotion to clients, our lawyers always strive to exceed the client’s expectations. In addition to this, the non-legal staff of NDV Law is a powerhouse of focused, dynamic and responsive individuals. Our professionalism coupled with the excellent service which we always endeavor to uphold, are catapults to developing a long-standing professional relationships with our clients. Indeed, it is our goal to contribute to the success of our clients. To learn more about our people, please click on the corresponding links below.
Atty. Norieva D. de Vega – Managing Partner, Philippine Intellectual Property, Civil and Political Lawyer
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.
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 and entertainment law. She has extensive experience in litigation, particularly in the fields of tax law, family law, immigration law, intellectual property litigation and enforcement actions.
Before forming the firm, Atty. de Vega was connected with Carpio Villaraza & Cruz (CVC Law), where she practiced Intellectual Property Law, Corporate Law and Litigation.
Atty. De Vega is a law professor 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 she teaches Political Law Review to graduating law students and Constitutional Law to freshmen 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. In fact, she has hosted the radio show "Mind Your Own Business" at DZRJ 810 AM, the first English format AM station in the Philippines from 2011 to 2015. She 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. At present, she is the President of the prestigious Philippine Chamber of Commerce & Industry - Mandaluyong . She is likewise the Chairman of the Advocacy Committee of the Philippine Chamber of Commerce & Industry – NCR (PCCI-NCR), an organization of all chambers of commerce in the National Capital Region. Moreover, she is the Vice- Chairman of the Mandaluyong Micro Small Medium Enterprise Development Council (MSMED Council).
Currently, she serves as a Director of the Valle Verde VI Homeowners’ Association and Chairman of its Grievance Committee. In addition, she is a Director of the Philippine National Police Mandaluyong Station Advisory Council on Police Transformation and Development. She is also a member of the Integrated Bar of the Philippines, Federacion Internacional De Abogadas, Licensing Executives Society (LES Philippines), Association on Overseas Technical Scholarship Alumni Association, The Law Association for Asia and the Pacific (LAWASIA)International, LAWASIA Philippines, Legal Management Council of the Philippines, International Association for Contract and Commercial Management and Sigma Delta Phi.
A humanitarian leader, Atty. De Vega has implemented numerous service and charitable projects in the community of Mandaluyong pertaining to nutrition, maternal health, legal aid, education, etc. as a past President of the Rotary Club of Mandaluyong Uptown (RY 2013-2014) and District Chairman for Public Image of Rotary District 3800 (RY 2015 – 2016).
Atty. Krisanto Karlo E. Nicolas – Senior Partner, Philippine Criminal, Civil & Corporate Lawyer
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, 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.
Before forming the firm, Atty. Nicolas was connected with Sycip Salazar Hernandez & Gatmaitan Law Offices, where he practiced Litigation, Labor and Employment Law, Corporate Law and Corporate Services, and Intellectual Property Law.
Atty. Nicolas is also 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 teaches Legal Ethics. He also serves as a thesis/dissertation defense panelist for the same esteemed academic institution.
Pertinently, he is the President of the Rotary Club of Mandaluyong Uptown.
Atty. Jan Paulo DL. Dino – Partner, Philippine Litigation Lawyer
Atty. Dino has a Bachelor of Laws degree from the University of Santo Tomas. In addition, he holds a Bachelor of Science Degree, Major in Business Administration from the same university.
Prior to joining the firm, Atty. Dino worked as a legal editor and lawyer for a provider of digital content services and solutions.
Atty. Dino specializes in civil and criminal litigation. He has successfully defended many clients against frivolous, malicious, oppressive and trumped-up criminal cases. In the same vein, Atty. Dino has also efficiently filed and prosecuted criminal cases and has secured numerous victories for victims of crimes and felonies. In civil cases, Atty. Dino has secured justice for the firm’s clients whether they be enforcing a civil claim or thwarting an unjust civil liability. With Atty. Dino at the forefront of the Legal Team, the Firm’s clients are assured of only the best legal representation.
Atty. Carlo B. Marquez – Senior Associate, Philippine Trial Lawyer
Atty. Marquez has a Juris Doctor degree in Law from the Ateneo de Manila School of Law. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from the Ateneo de Manila University.
Prior to joining the firm, Atty. Marquez served as a research assistant for the Ateneo Human Rights Center.
As a Senior Associate, Atty. Marquez supervises the Firm's accounts pertaining to labor, intellectual property and civil litigation. Armed with a solid foundation of Philippine labor, intellectual property and civil law coupled with a dedication to excellent legal service, Atty. Marquez has handled numerous cases before Philippine labor arbiters, the National Labor Relations Commission (NLRC), Department of Labor & Employment (DOLE), Office of the City Prosecutor, Metropolitan Trial Courts, Regional Trial Courts, Court of Appeals and the Supreme Court of the Philippines. He has served numerous individuals, corporations and businesses by delivering expert legal assistance. The true epitome of an efficient and competent legal counsel, Atty. Marquez has not faltered in his quest for legal excellence.
Atty. Joeben T. De Jesus. – Senior Associate, Philippine Criminal and Corporate Lawyer
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. Unica Amor R. Mananquil – Junior Associate, Philippine Criminal & Civil Litigation Attorney
Atty. Mananquil obtained both her Bachelor of Arts degree Major in Legal Management and Bachelor of Laws degree from the University of Santo Tomas where she won accolades on various debate competitions and served as a leader in numerous organizations. She is also a prolific writer such that her literary works have been published on various fora including the Philippine Daily Inquirer. In addition, she was the topnotcher in the 2009 Professional Civil Service Exam.
Before joining the Firm, she worked as a direct assistant to a regional trial court judge in Manila and a legal researcher for an Assistant Prosecutor in Quezon City. Moreover, she served as a paralegal at the Optical Media Board, a government agency charged with the regulation of the manufacture, use, sale, distribution, exportation and importation of optical media in the country. Pertinently, she interned at the Public Attorney’s Office during law school.
Atty. Mananquil brings to the Firm's Civil and Criminal Litigation department her legal acumen and exemplary legal writing skills. Her top-notch attitude typifies NDV Law's commitment to outstanding legal service. A lawyer with debate prowess, strong background in legal research and passion for justice, Atty. Mananquil is a formidable force to be reckoned with.
Atty. Jesa Kristi R. Torno – Junior Associate, Philippine Corporate & Litigation Lawyer
Atty. Torno has a Bachelor of Laws degree from San Beda College – Alabang School of Law. Moreover, she possesses a degree in Bachelor of Science major in Business Management from the University of the Philippines where she was recognized as a Dean’s Lister.
The aptitude of Atty. Torno in addressing the legal concerns of the Firm’s clients is unrivaled. Her keen attention to detail coupled with her passion for justice complement NDV Law’s vision of providing legal services that exceed the clients’ expectations. With consummate research and first-rate legal skills, Atty. Torno is a valuable addition to the pool of great legal minds forming the Litigation and Corporate Departments of NDV Law.
