About
Melissa G. Manzo (MGM) is a Philippine lawyer based in Makati City. Her practice is focused on litigation and dispute resolution, criminal cases, contracts and commercial matters, employment and administrative proceedings, and legal advisory.Her work includes assessing legal issues, reviewing evidence and documents, conducting legal research, preparing pleadings and other legal submissions, drafting and reviewing agreements, and advising clients on available remedies and practical next steps.Before entering legal practice, MGM worked in general accounting operations in the corporate sector. That background gives her additional familiarity with financial processes, internal controls, documentation, and the commercial considerations that often accompany legal disputes.MGM passed the 2024 Philippine Bar Examinations and was admitted to the Philippine Bar in 2025.Melissa G. Manzo
Attorney · Makati City, PhilippinesApproach
Every matter begins with the facts. MGM's approach is to understand the client's objective, examine the relevant documents and evidence, identify the legal issues and risks, and determine the available options before developing a course of action.MGMHer work emphasizes careful preparation, straightforward communication, discretion, and legal solutions that take into account both the law and the practical circumstances of the client.
Professional Credentials
AttorneyPhilippine Bar — Admitted 2025
The information contained on this website is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Accessing or using this website, or communicating through it, does not by itself create an attorney-client relationship. Past experience or results do not guarantee a similar outcome in any future matter.© 2026 Melissa G. Manzo | MGM. All rights reserved.Photos via Wikimedia Commons: Supreme Court of the Philippines by Aerous (Elmer B. Domingo), licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0; Makati skyline by Red marquis, dedicated to the public domain under CC0 1.0; Rizal Monument by Venusmarie, licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0.